2026-062-01 Laboratory Technician

The Vall d´Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) Seeks a " Laboratory Technician at Prostate Cancer Group "

Reference: 2026-062-01

Application deadline: 31/10/2026

Number of vacancies: 1

About the group:

Our group mission is to improve the care of prostate cancer patients and their families through a better understanding of treatment response and resistance mechanisms.

The lab comprises a multidisciplinary team composed of medical oncologists, biomedical scientists, technology specialists and data analysts; we use multi-omic approaches that integrate clinical, cellular and molecular data. Most of our projects have a shared goal: understanding how tumor evolves under therapeutic pressure, and how this evolution can create additional targetable vulnerabilities. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving and enthusiastic multidisciplinary team, working to have a direct impact on the wellbeing of cancer patients.

Find more about our research here: https://vhio.net/pf/prostate-cancer-research-group/

Job description:

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to support its molecular genomics activities. The successful candidate will assist with sample processing, quality control, and laboratory documentation. This position is ideal for an early-career technician looking to develop genomics expertise in a translational group.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the generation of genomic and molecular data from patient samples to identify patterns of response and resistance to therapy and elucidate new potential treatment approaches. The successful candidate will be properly trained and will work in coordination with other senior research assistants and staff.

Responsibilities:

- Perform extraction and quality control of DNA, RNA, and cfDNA from research and clinical samples.
- Prepare NGS libraries according to established protocols.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and sample tracking.
- Assist in sequencing runs and downstream quality assessment.
- Participate in method optimization, validation, and troubleshooting activities.
- Support inventory management and laboratory organization.
- Contribute to data management, documentation, and preparation of reports.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards and safety procedures.

Requirements:

Education

- Technical Diploma, BSc or MSc in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of molecular biology, genomics, and nucleic acid analysis.

Technical Skills:

- Hands-on laboratory experience with DNA and/or RNA extraction from biological samples.
- Experience with standard molecular biology techniques such as:

PCR and qPCR
- Nucleic acid quantification and quality control

- Familiarity with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows, including:

Library preparation
- Sample handling and tracking
- Sequencing quality control

- Experience handling clinical or research biospecimens (blood, plasma, tissue, cfDNA, RNA) is an advantage.
- Ability to follow and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Data and Computational Skills

- Basic understanding of sequencing data and common NGS metrics.
- Familiarity with Excel and laboratory databases/LIMS.
- Exposure to bioinformatics tools, R, Python, or Linux is desirable but not essential.
- Strong attention to detail in data recording and sample traceability.

Additional information:

We offer:

- 📈The possibility of developing your professional career in a competitive environment.
- 🧠To be part of a center that is constantly developing, pursuing excellence in research and collaborating with leading teams.
- 🫱🏻‍🫲🏾We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment, and welcome all people equally, regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.
- 🪴We care about our environment and understand the importance of sustainability. We have the GreenVhio program, which you can be a part of.

Conditions:

- 📝 Permanent contract - Funding guaranteed for 1 year, plus possible extension.
- 🗓️Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.
- 💶Salary according to qualifications and experience following VHIO pay scales.
- 💳Flexible remuneration program (includes restaurant vouchers/cards, transport, medical insurance, and “baby daycare” voucher).
- ⏰Flexible working hours and measures to balance work, family, and personal life, and promote gender equality, as established in the VHIO collective agreement.
- 🗺️24 days of holidays and 6 personal days.
- 🎓Fully subsidized Catalan, Spanish, or English courses.
- 🏃‍➡️Take advantage of doing sports at great prices with WellHub .
- 🩺You’ll have access to weekly physiotherapy sessions at the office, offered at a reduced price for the team.

Vall d’Hebron Institute Oncology (VHIO) endorses the Requirements and Principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers promoted by the European Commission and follows Equal Opportunities policies.

On 10th April 2018 VHIO was awarded the “HR Excellence in Research” logo. Our Institute was consequently granted permission to use the HR Excellence in Research Award logo as demonstration of its stimulating and favourable work environment in line with the Charter & Code.