Research Assistant​/Lab Technician

Research Assistant/Technician position available in the Brain Glycogen in Health and Disease Group headed by Dr. Jordi Duran (Bioengineering Dept, Institut Químic de Sarrià - University Ramon Llull in Barcelona).

About the lab

Our research focuses on understanding the role of glycogen in the brain under physiological and pathological conditions. Glycogen is stored at low concentrations in the brain compared to other tissues, but its abnormal accumulation is linked to severe neurodegenerative diseases such as Lafora disease (LD). Using mouse models, we investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration caused by glycogen accumulation and explore its involvement in other neurological disorders.

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and maintaining mouse colonies
, ensuring proper breeding and genotyping, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the laboratory. Additional responsibilities include assisting with experiments and maintaining an efficient and well-organized research environment.

• Animal care and colony management: Breeding, genotyping, and maintaining mouse colonies according to ethical and legal standards. Monitoring animal health and coordinating with animal facilities.
• Laboratory organization and maintenance: Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Maintaining equipment and work spaces in optimal condition.
• Experimental support: Assisting researchers with sample preparation and basic experimental procedures. Assisting researchers with animal experimentation, collecting and organizing data when required.

The candidate is expected to work collaboratively with PhD students, external collaborators and the PI as well as in an independent manner. We are open to receive applications from both junior and senior candidates, as long as they meet the work experience requirements.

Conditions

• A dynamic and collaborative research environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Full-time position with a competitive salary based on experience.

• Full working hours (38.5 hours/week).

• Contract duration: 2 years with the possibility of extension linked to the duration of the project.

• Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and merits.

• Expected start date:
As soon as possible.