Lab Manager

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.

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the ‘HR Excellence in Research’ (https://(Usted puede enviar una solicitud o contactar con nosotros por email usando el Buzón de Solicitud online de abajo)) Award from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute’s commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers ( ) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code) ( ).(

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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 Labstudies fundamental mechanisms ofcell organisation, cell division, and the evolution of cellular structures, with a particular focus oncentrioles, centrosomes, cilia, and cytoskeletal organisation. The lab combinescell 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 ondata quality, reproducibility, training, and open scientific discussion.

The lab values asupportive, 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.

We are looking for a highly experienced, proactive, and people-oriented Lab Manager who combines strong technical expertise with organisational skills and scientific maturity.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• 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.

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