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).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 The Center for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG) is looking for a Junior Bioinformatician to join the Bioinformatics Unit, within the Core Facilities area.

 The Bioinformatics Unit is a team dedicated to support and perform research at CRAG, offering services ranging from experimental to software design. The unit is currently organized in two functional areas, namely Scientific IT and Molecular Data Analysis.

 More information https://www.cragenomica.es/core-facility/bioinformatics-unit

 His/her main responsibilities will include:

• Work alongside his/her senior member to carry out analyses of genomic and bioinformatic data.
• Suport the design and optimization of bioinformatic analyses.
• Collaborate in training activities on bioinformatics for all levels of research staff.
• Elaborate accurate scientific records of the analyses performed and the results obtained.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Formative cycle in Bioinformatics or similar
• Bsc / Msc Bioinformatic, computational science, biology, statistics or similar will be an asset.
• Knowledge of informatic languages and coding skills in Python, R or similar.
• Knowledge in biostatistics, genomics and transcriptomics, as well as previous experience in working in a similar position in a research institution will be an asset.
• Good command of English, Catalan, and Spanish.

SKILLS:

• Good organizational skills.
• Capacity to work in a team and foster good interactions with the users.
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Accuracy and analytical skills
• High learning capability

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position: Junior Bioinformatician
• Interim contract until filling the vacancy with a permanent contract
• Working day: Full 37.5 hours/week.
• Remuneration: depending on the experience and qualifications provided and framed within the salary structure of CRAG.
• Planned date of incorporation: September 2023
• Mechanisms for life-work balance through teleworking and flexible working hours, 22 days of holidays, 9 free days of personal matters; intensive working hours on summer and Fridays.
• Good environment and good place to work.
• Centre placed in UAB Campus

SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS:

Please submit all the application through CRAG website: https://recruitment.cragenomica.es/

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.

CRAG is committed to the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. CRAG signed the Declaration of Commitment to the Charter & Code in 2012. On the 29th of March of 2015, CRAG received the 'HR Excellence in Research' award from the European Commission. This recognition, related with European "HR Strategy for Researchers", provides a common framework to establish a comprehensive and coherent HR strategy for the near- and longer-term future adopting international best practices and high-quality standards. The award reflects CRAG's commitment to continuously improve its Human Resource policies in line with the European Charter & Code, and to provide a stimulating and favorable work environment.

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

-         Presentation letter describing past and current positions, motivation.

-         Full CV

-         At least two references with contact details.

Only those applications submitted before the deadline will be evaluated.

Deadline application:   Review of applications will begin on 13/06/2023 and the position will remain open until filled.