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IdiPAZ
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  • Spain
  • IdiPAZ
  • Posted on: 22 March 2024

IdiPAZ seeks Senior Laboratory Technicians to join a research project in the area of HIV and infectious diseases. (FORTJRA)

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The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
22 Mar 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
IdiPAZ
Department
HIV and infectious diseases
Research Field
Biological sciences » Other
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Spain
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Permanent
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
37,50 hours
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

IdiPAZ seeks Senior Laboratory Technicians to join a research project in the area of HIV and infectious diseases directed by Dr. José Ramón Arribas López, Head of Section of the Internal Medicine Service (Infectious Diseases Unit) at the Hospital de la Paz.

The IdiPAZ Health Research Institute is the result of a partnership between the Hospital Universitario La Paz, the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, the Healthcare Advisory Council of the Community of Madrid and the Foundation for Biomedical Research of Hospital Universitario La Paz, which will be the managing body of the Institute. This strategic alliance has made it possible to tackle research projects through joint multidisciplinary teams belonging to these institutions, making the most of the human and material resources available to these entities for research and promoting research fundraising.

In 2021, the scientific production of IdiPAZ included more than 1,600 publications (articles, editorials, letters, reviews, etc), 43% of the publications being our own documents. Original research and review articles by IdiPAZ researchers exceeded 1,200, more than 45% in the first quartile and more than 16% were published in journals of the first decile. Researchers from our institute have shown their participation in national and international scientific networks, with more than 81% of the total number of papers published in collaboration (81.3%). As for collaborative publications, almost 56% were national collaborations and 45% were international collaborations.

Since our formal incorporation as an Institute in 2009, we have been implementing measures and actions of particular importance that have laid the foundations for a new organizational culture based on equality, diversity and non-discrimination. Our values are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, the 2030 Agenda and the Corporate Social Responsibility policy of the Hospital Universitario La Paz, within whose scope the Foundation is included. This commitment leads to all workers being involved in a common project that ensures continuous improvement in our institution, in this line, the Institute / Foundation is certified in ISO 9001:2015 and UNE 166002:2021.

Where to apply

E-mail
recursoshumanos@idipaz.es

Requirements

Research Field
Biological sciences » Other
Education Level
Undergraduate
Skills/Qualifications

We are seeking a highly motivated  Laboratory Technicians

-Strong proactive and resolute attitude.

- Analytical skills.

-High organisational skills.

-Teamwork

Specific Requirements

Experience in the following areas is an asset:

  Experience in the general management of work in a virology/microbiology laboratory. Design and management of protocols

  Training in traceability. Management of laboratory notebooks (analytical worksheets).

  Knowledge of biosafety associated with the microbiology/virology laboratory.

  Experience in molecular techniques (PCR, sequencing, ELISA, WB etc).

  Experience in cell culture

  Experience in cytometry

  Experience in laboratory management systems. Records of samples, reagents, assays and instruments.

It would be advantageous to have a handicap certificate of 33% or more.

 

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Good
Languages
SPANISH
Level
Excellent
Research Field
Biological sciences » Other
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information

Benefits

 

  • Indefinite-term employment contract for scientific and technical activities.
  • Professional category of Higher Level Technician, Group IV, Area 2, according to the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Full time of 37.5 hours per week.
  • Gross annual salary: €19.500
  • Private matters: 6 working days per year.
  • Vacation: 22 working days per year.
  • December 24 and 31 are non-business days.
Eligibility criteria

The selection process will consist of two phases and the following scale will be applied, out of a maximum of 10 points:

-Training and curricular merits: 6 points.

-Personal interview: 4 points

In the event that two or more candidates match the values and needs of the institution and meet the conditions required for the post, and where there is a tie, the candidate with a certificate attesting to a minimum degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 per cent shall prevail.

 

Selection process

Once candidates send their application to the IdiPAZ email address, their applications are stored until the deadline for receipt of applications for the offer is up. The HR department of IdiPAZ will make a first selection of applications selecting those who meet the criteria required in the offer. The selected applications are then evaluated by the selection committee, composed of the head of human resources at IdiPAZ, the President of the IdiPAZ Internal Scientific Committee and the Project Manager which will apply the scales described in each. call for applications. Once the candidate is selected, he/she will be contacted by the HR department of IdiPAZ to provide the required documentation.

Additional comments

 

1) Documentation to be submitted by each candidate:

  • Updated curriculum vitae.
  • Voluntarily inform if you belong to a disadvantaged group or justify any possible career leaps.

2) Incorporation and place of work

  • Contract start date: April/May 2024
  • Place of work: Foundation/IdiPAZ

3) Documents of interest to candidates.

They can be consulted on the official IdiPAZ website: https://www.idipaz.es/PaginaDinamica.aspx?IdPag=9&Lang=ES

- Collective Bargaining Agreement of the Group of Companies of the Biomedical Research Foundations of the Health Institutions attached to the Madrid Health Service (SERMAS).

-Scales to be used to evaluate the applications (varies according to the offer)

- Professional development opportunities within the institution:

-OTM-R Policy

- IdiPAZ equal opportunity policies

- Data Protection Manual

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Fundación para la Investigación Biomédica del Hospital Universitario La Paz
Country
Spain
State/Province
Madrid
City
Madrid
Postal Code
28046
Street
Paseo Castellana 261

Contact

State/Province
Madrid
City
Madrid
Website
Street
Paseo Castellana 261
Postal Code
28046
E-Mail
recursoshumanos@idipaz.es

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