Lab Manager- Cell Division and Organelle Biology

Lab Manager
- Cell Division and Organelle Biology

The Institute

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed by an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies.

We are seeking a highly skilled Lab Manager to support the newly established Bettencourt-Dias Lab s role ensures a well‑organized, high‑functioning laboratory environment (all reagents, lab books, lab meetings, retreats, project reports, follow up project needs, linking with: pre and post awards, HR and Finances, facility manager, core technologies); provides hands‑on training in imaging, image analysis, cell culture and core molecular techniques;

contributes intellectually to scientific discussions; and plays a central part in maintaining a positive, collaborative, and inclusive lab culture.

The successful candidate will contribute to building the scientific, operational, and social foundations of the lab, supporting both day‑to‑day research and the broader development of a cohesive, motivated team.

The Bettencourt-Dias Lab studies fundamental mechanisms of cell organisation, cell division, and the evolution of cellular structures, with a particular focus on centrioles, centrosomes, cilia, and cytoskeletal organisation. The lab combines cell biology, advanced microscopy, quantitative image analysis, proteomics, and comparative approaches to address how cellular structures are built, maintained, and adapted across evolution and disease contexts.

The group is currently being established at CRG and will grow over the coming years. It is an international, collaborative, and interdisciplinary lab, closely interacting with CRG Core Technologies and other research groups. Particular emphasis is placed on data quality, reproducibility, training, and open scientific discussion.

The lab values a supportive, respectful, and inclusive working environment, where members are encouraged to share ideas, help each other, and develop both scientifically and professionally. The Lab Manager will play a central role in shaping the lab’s organisation, training culture, and overall atmosphere.

• Enjoys organising and structuring laboratory work while remaining hands‑on at the bench.
• Has a solid background in cell biology techniques, microscopy, and quantitative approaches.
• Takes pleasure in training, mentoring, and supporting others, particularly students and early‑career researchers.
• Feels comfortable participating in lab meetings, providing constructive feedback, and contributing ideas.
• Actively helps to maintain a positive, collaborative, and well‑functioning lab environment, including organising lab activities such as retreats, onboarding of new members, and team‑building moments.
• Is seeking a stable, long‑term position within a dynamic and internationally visible research institute.

This role is central to the success of the lab and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to both its scientific output and its culture.

• >5 years laboratory experience in a biomedical research environment
• Expertise in cell culture
• Hands‑on experience with cloning, western blotting, immunofluorescence
• Experience with advanced light microscopy and imaging workflows
• Quantitative image analysis skills (Fiji, Imaris, Cell Profiler, Napari)
• Experience organising laboratory operations and SOPs
• Training and mentoring experience
• Ability to support a positive and collaborative lab atmosphere

• Experience with super‑resolution or high‑content imaging
• Experience with onboarding lab people
• Experience with CRISPR

PhD or MSc in Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedicine, Bioengineering, Biophysics, or related fields. Highly experienced senior technicians without a PhD are also encouraged to apply.

• Proficiency in English is required

• Microscopy operation and troubleshooting
• Image…