Laboratory Technician

Education and qualifications: Required: Certificate of Higher Education in: Biomedical Laboratory or Clinic Diagnostic Laboratory or similar Desired: Fluency in Catalan (C1 preferable), Spanish, English Experience and knowledge: Required: Experience (minimum 1 year) in in commercial management and pre-analytical tasks in a biosanitary environment: biological sample reception and shipment, customer service, incident management and report elaboration Experience (minimum 1 year) in molecular biology and microbiology techniques Experience (minimum 2 years) working following Quality standards (ISO 9001:2015) Experience (minimum 2 years) in maintenance of laboratory equipment. Experience (minimum 2 years) in preparations of reagents and material stocks Desired: Experience in viral vector production processes Main responsibilities and duties: Coordinate and manage activities related to customer services: orders, reports, satisfaction surveys, incident management Responsible of biological sample reception and shipment Generate and manage sample databases Perform molecular biology techniques Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment, stock of reagents and consumables Participation in viral vector production Labour conditions: Full-time position: 40h/week. Starting date: immediate Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale. Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities. What can we offer? Incorporation to Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS). A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed. Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment. Individual training opportunities. Flexible working hours. 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days. Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more) Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports... among many others. Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you. International Mobility Support (Welcome Services): We aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information, guidance on required procedures, access to the International Welcome Desk, family recommendations, and support in finding accommodation Deadline to apply: How We Hire: Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills, qualifications, and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs. Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager. Practical assessment: Depending on the role, candidates may complete a case study, technical task, presentation, or written exercise, on-site or remotely. Checks: Education, references, and other job-related verifications may be carried out. Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process. VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.