Junior Researcher

Responsibilities

• Process and handle human biological samples from pediatric liver cancer patients and control tissues
• Support sample processing, cataloguing, and maintenance of the group's biological collection
• Manage and update laboratory databases and experimental records using Excel and R
• Perform bioinformatic and statistical analyses of high-throughput proteomic datasets
• Integrate molecular and clinical data to support translational research and precision medicine
• Participate in data interpretation and the preparation of scientific reports, presentations, and manuscripts
• Collaborate in general laboratory maintenance, inventory checks, and reagent ordering

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology
• Minimum of 6 months of previous experience in research laboratories or clinical environments
• Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques including PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and Western Blot
• Fluency in Spanish and/or Catalan
• Intermediate level of English (B2 or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in proteomic analyses and statistical assessment of molecular markers
• Experience in data analysis and handling of biological samples
• Knowledge of pediatric liver cancer

Benefits

• Training contract with full-time hours
• Competitive gross annual remuneration based on experience
• Flexible payment options (childminding vouchers)
• 23 days of holiday plus 5 days for personal matters
• Access to professional training capsules
• Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge
• Located at the Can Ruti Campus, a premier translational research environment in the Barcelona area

About the Company

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Our mission is to transform scientific knowledge into solutions that improve health and medical care for patients and the community. As part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus, we offer a supportive, friendly, and collaborative ecosystem designed to promote professional development and achieve high-impact research goals.