About Crag

CRAG is an independent research institution engaged in leading-edge basic and applied plant and farm animal sciences. CRAG is established as a Consortium of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA), Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), and University of Barcelona (UB). The Center is located at the UAB Campus, and currently hosts 200 members from across the world.

Research Programs at CRAG (from basic science to applied research using plant experimental model systems, crops and farm animals) make extensive use of genomic technologies and large sets of genetic and genomic data (https://www.cragenomica.es/sites/default/files/2022-07/crag-summary-2020-2021_0.pdf).

Responsibilities

CRAG is looking for a lab technician to work on a project funded by Institut d’Estudis Catalans under the framework of the Catalan Biogenome Project. The overarching goal of this project is to streamline the generation of genome assemblies for recalcitrant plants collected in the field. The goals of the lab technician will be 1) optimize the protocols to generate Hi-C libraries of plant tissue collected in the field; 2) test and optimize different protocols of HMW DNA extraction; 3) establish a successful nuclei isolation protocol. The candidate will be working with Dr. Laura Botigué in the Plant and Animal Genomics Department that has all the necessary equipment.

Requirements

Educational requirements: A CFGS (Cicle Formatiu de Grau Superior) in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory or equivalent.

Skills: We look for candidates with a good knowledge in working with molecular biology techniques and the underlying biochemistry. Previous work with plants is strongly preferred. Organizational skills, autonomy and independence will be evaluated in the interview.

Experience: Two-year experience in a wet lab and command of English language are a must. Experience in DNA extraction and QC, nuclei isolation or the optimization of complex, long protocols will be positively assessed.

Previous experience as a user of Plant growth facilities is a plus.

Working Conditions

Contract Duration: 1 year

Hours/week: full time

Submitting Applications

Please submit all applications through CRAG mail: [email protected]

CRAG is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission. All candidates will be considered qualified for the job without restrictions of gender, race, nationality or disability.

Integration policy: reserve the place in a first turn for disabled staff.

Deadline: 29/10/2026

Start date: As soon as possible