Descripción de la oferta
Laboratory Technician - Radiochemistry, bioanalysis and image quantificationPublished:02/11/2026Deadline:20/11/2026Envisaged Job Starting Date:December 2026A Laboratory Technician position is available in the Radiochemistry and Nuclear Imaging Group at CIC biomaGUNE, located in the Gipuzkoa Technology Park in San Sebastián. The appointed person will provide technical and scientific support to research activities involving radiolabelled compounds and nanomaterials, bioanalytical sample processing, and quantitative multimodal imaging.The candidate will join a multidisciplinary research environment working at the interface of chemistry, radiochemistry and biomedical imaging. The position will involve participation in the preparation and evaluation of PET-labelled materials for preclinical imaging studies, together with the analysis of biological samples and imaging datasets.The activities to be carried out at CIC biomaGUNE will include:Participation in radiolabelling and radiosynthesis procedures, with particular emphasis on particles and other materials labelled with positron-emitting radionuclides for PET imaging studies.Support in the preparation, purification and quality control of radiolabelled compounds and materials using chromatographic and analytical techniques.Processing and analysis of tissue and biological fluid samples, including extraction procedures and chromatographic/mass-spectrometric analysis (HPLC-MS).Processing, analysis and quantitative evaluation of PET/CT images generated in preclinical studies.Participation, when required, in the analysis and co-registration of complementary imaging modalities, including MRI and optical imaging.Support in data organisation, documentation of experimental procedures and preparation of results for research projects and scientific reports.The candidate will receive specific training in radiochemistry, handling of radioactive materials, bioanalytical methods and image analysis until reaching the level of knowledge and autonomy required for the comprehensive development of the position.Required Education Level:MSc in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.Required Skills/Qualifications:Background in synthetic and/or analytical chemistry.Good laboratory skills and ability to follow experimental protocols accurately.Good communication skills in English and Spanish.Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.Interest in radiochemistry, molecular imaging and biomedical research.Less than 3 years since obtaining the qualification giving access to the training contract, in accordance with the applicable regulations.Desirable Skills/Experience:MSc or postgraduate training in synthetic, medicinal, industrial or related chemistry.Practical experience in organic synthesis and compound characterisation, gained through academic training, a Master’s thesis, internships or research projectsPrevious exposure to radiochemistry, radiotracer preparation or PET imaging.Familiarity Experience with chromatographic techniques (HPLC) and/or mass spectrometry. Previous experience in a research environment through academic projects, internships or similar training activities, and familiarity with scientific data analysis.Duration:Full time. Training contract for obtaining professional practice (1 year).Project Funding:Bladdebots II-Radiobots - CPP2024-011448 - (Spanish Research Agency - AEI)Equal opportunities Policy:CIC biomaGUNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by European, national, or local law.Open Transparent and Merit Based Recruitment Policy:You can check here CIC biomaGUNE OTM-R Policy .CIC biomaGUNE, located in the Science and Technology Park of Gipuzkoa (Donostia-San Sebastián), is a leading research center in the area ofbionanomaterials, synthetic bioengineeringandmolecular imagingand counts with more than 180 people from 33 countries. The activity of CIC biomaGUNE is conducted by a team of 12 international and dynamic research groups, supported by flexible and efficient management teams and a unique research infrastructure including the Molecular Imaging Facility, one of the biggest preclinical imaging research infrastructures in Europe.CIC biomaGUNE maintains a vibrant weekly scientific seminar program by visiting leading scientists. Additional training in soft skills and technologies covered by the CIC biomaGUNE technical platforms is offered to researchers within the in-house training program.CIC biomaGUNE is committed to develop a 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). Please check out the Human Resources Strategy for Researchers - HRS4R at CIC biomaGUNE and the OTM-R Policy.#J-18808-Ljbffr
