Scientific Researcher in Translational Medicine

hace 3 semanas


Barcelona, Barcelona, España Somma A tiempo completo

About Somma

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Somma is a biomedical research center driven by the mission to cure cancer and other diseases linked to aging. We strive for excellence in our research, pushing the boundaries of knowledge at the interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our team in the Amino Acid Transporters and Disease laboratory led by Professor Manuel Palacín. The successful candidate will participate in a translational project focused on developing a new biological drug that sequesters the uptake of essential amino acids to deliver cytotoxic payloads in the treatment of colorectal cancer.

Responsibilities:

The selected researcher will conduct experimental research related to amino acid transporters, including transport activity, reconstitution, expression, purification, and structure determination. They will assist in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, collaborate with senior researchers on project development, and maintain laboratory equipment and manage lab organization.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, or a related field
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Highly motivated and collaborative person
  • Willing to keep on learning
  • Ability to work independently in a demanding research environment
  • Languages: Fluent in English

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in a relevant field or 1-2 years of laboratory research experience
  • Experience in molecular biology techniques, cell culture, protein expression and purification, and/or protein analysis
  • Experience in membrane proteins
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

  • Deep training in membrane proteins, including functional and protein structure determination
  • Closely collaborating with pharmaceutical companies in a multidisciplinary team to drive cutting-edge research and innovation
  • Participating in meaningful research to achieve a society free of diseases

Working Conditions:

The selected candidate will be employed under a full-time contract with benefits covering sickness, maternity/paternity leave, and injuries at work. Estimated annual gross salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, providing a competitive compensation package.

About Our Environment:

Somma is an international environment with nearly 500 researchers, technical staff, and support staff from 45 countries. Our multidisciplinary research environment fosters collaboration and innovation, making us an ideal place for professionals looking to contribute to groundbreaking research.



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