Research Officer-Histopathology Core Facility (ref. CF/24/07)

IRB Barcelona is seeking a Research Officer, motivated scientific biomedical professional, (veterinarian, biologist, biotechnologist or from a similar area of knowledge) with proven skills in histology, molecular pathology, comparative/experimental pathology, spatial biology and/or image analysis to cover a position in the Histopathology Facility.


DUTIES:

- Provide expertise and drive ideas in histopathology of experimental models of diseases

- Histopathology studies: contribute to the histological characterization of different experimental models of disease (cancer, aging,
inflammation,...).
- Molecular pathology: contribute to the the development of assays for the investigation of new targets and disease biomarkers of human
diseases - antibody based immunofluorescence tissue assays (IHC, IF, multiplexing assays) and fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH)
techniques.
- Computerized pathology: Use of the different image analysis tools for the interpretation of the tissue data. Able to build new solutions and
challenges in biomedical image and spatial biology.

- Integrate the information obtained by histology, molecular, image analysis and spatial assays.


EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:

Must Have – Required:

Experience:
- PhD, postdoc or Master in Veterinary, Biology, Biotechnology degree or equivalent with proven experience in a laboratory of pathology, biomedicine or similar.
- Diplomate of the European or American College of Veterinary Pathologists (DECVP or DACVP) would be a plus but not required.
- Tissue-based pathobiology and molecular pathology expertise. Experience in developing antibody based pathology assays (IHC, IF) and other molecular assays (FISH assays among others).

Knowledge: Histology, Comparative/Experimental Pathology, Antibody based and Molecular Pathology and other related fields.

Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Proven collaboration and communication skills
- Self-motivated, pro-activity and eager to drive innovation in the area of molecular pathology
- Fluent English (written and oral)
- Informatics and Statistical skills.

Desirable:

Experience:
- Experience in spatial biology/omics techniques.
- Rodent necropsy and tissue sample collection. FELASA accreditation.

Knowledge: Digital pathology and image analysis and related methods.

Skills: Custom orientation


WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS:

- Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.

- Estimated annual gross salary: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

- International environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious, diverse and inclusive international research institution and to become a member of an established core facility.

- Benefits: Continuous training in a high-quality environment with unique professional career opportunities. Furthermore, the IRB Barcelona is committed to reconcile work and family life offering an extended vacation period and other work-life balance benefits.