The GRENBA research group at the IGTP is seeking a predoctoral researcher with experience in neuromuscular disease research, specifically in genomic and epigenomic analysis.
2026_150_PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER FOR GRENBA GROUP
BADALONA
Full-time
Permanent employee
28,000 € per year
JOB DESCRIPTION
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Extraction of high molecular weight DNA from blood samples.
- Library preparation and sequencing runs.
- Monitoring data acquisition processes.
- Data entry and database maintenance, as well as participation in data analysis.
- Participation in patient workshops and scientific events.
- Attendance at regular project meetings.
- Reporting results, challenges and achievements.
- Preparation of scientific reports and manuscripts arising from the project.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- A Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in a discipline related to Health Sciences.
- A high level of spoken and written English.
- Strong organisational, communication and documentation skills.
- At least two years of previous experience in neuromuscular disease research.
- Experience in DNA extraction, DNA quantification and post-extraction procedures, including different PCR methodologies and third-generation sequencing library preparation.
- Experience in database management and statistical analysis.
- A well-organised, proactive, self-motivated and enthusiastic attitude, with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Type of contract and working hours: Fixed-term, full-time employment contract (Predoctoral contract under the Spanish Science Law / Ley de la Ciencia).
- Gross annual salary of €28,000.
- Expected starting date: 1 January 2027.
- 23 working days of annual leave plus 5 personal leave days.
- Flexible compensation benefits (childcare voucher scheme).
- Company-funded training opportunities.
- The opportunity to join an outstanding multidisciplinary research institute holding the HRS4R distinction.
- Location at the Can Ruti Campus, a leading translational research environment within the Barcelona area. IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem that promotes professional development and helps researchers achieve their scientific goals.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons must attach to the application:
- Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
- Updated CV.
- Contact of 2-3 references.
- Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.
- Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
The deadline for applications is 16 November 2026.
About us
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Its main objective is to increase scientific knowledge in order to transform it into solutions to improve the health and medical care of patients and the community.
The Institute is associated with one of the major university hospitals in the Barcelona area, the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital, and is part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a CERCA centre and is also accredited as a centre of excellence by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII) and is in charge of coordinating the management and scientific strategy of the campus, working in close collaboration with the other centres.
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute carries out research within 9 areas:
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases
- Community Health
- Diseases of the Liver and Digestive Tract
- Endocrine and Diseases of the Metabolism, Bones and Kidneys
- Immunology and Inflammation
- Infectious Diseases
- Neuroscience
- Science of Behaviour and Substance Abuse
The following video is a bird's eye view of Campus Can Ruti a top-tier translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.
The IGTP, in its commitment to equal opportunities, guarantees equal treatment between candidates and persons with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 per 100, as accredited by the Spanish Autonomous Regions or the State Administration, or who have been declared to have a total permanent disability in a different profession through a resolution of the National Institute of Social Security, while retaining functional capacity for the completion of the tasks of the post will be positively considered.