The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is one of the world’s leading life science research organisations. With sites across Europe, EMBL fosters an international, collaborative, and inclusive environment where diverse teams advance scientific discovery. EMBL Barcelona, located at the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park (PRBB), focuses on tissue biology and disease modelling.

The Stuart group, led by incoming Group Leader Hannah Stuart, studies self-organisation during development and regeneration of the central nervous system using interdisciplinary approaches that span stem cell models, organoids, computational modelling and bioengineering. Our mission is to uncover fundamental principles of tissue formation and regeneration across species.

We are seeking an organised and proactive Lab Manager to support the setup and daily operations of our new group. This is a unique opportunity to help establish a new lab, shaping its infrastructure, workflows and culture from the beginning.

Your role 

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic research environment and enjoys enabling scientific excellence and community.

In this role, you will help establish and run the new lab, covering operational as well scientific activities:

Lab Operations

  • Coordinate day-to-day laboratory activities

  • Promote safe and effective laboratory practices

  • Manage consumables, equipment, and procurement processes

  • Support budget tracking and purchasing documentation

  • Ensure compliance with EMBL health & safety policies and local regulations

Scientific Contribution

  • Collaborate with the research team and actively participate in experiments

  • Support onboarding and training of new lab members

  • Liaise with EMBL core facilities and collaborating groups

  • Participate in group meetings and planning discussions

You will play a central role linking the lab’s day-to-day operations with its research ambitions and EMBL’s wider community.

You will play a central role linking the lab’s day-to-day operations with its research ambitions and EMBL’s wider community. As a new and growing group, the role will naturally evolve over time, so we are looking for someone who is adaptable and comfortable in a developing environment. The position offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge research, with the option to pursue own project if this aligns with your interests.

You have 

We recognise that experience can be gained in different ways. If you meet most of the criteria below, we encourage you to apply.

  • A Master’s degree, ideally a PhD, in biology or a related life science field, or equivalent experience

  • Experience in lab operations and/or scientific research support

  • Experience with pluripotent stem cells

  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

  • Familiarity with laboratory safety and compliance standards

  • Proficiency in English (working language at EMBL)
     

You may also have

  • Experience working with mouse embryos

  • Experience in microengineering

  • Experience with imaging and image analysis

  • Knowledge of Spanish and/or Catalan

Additional Information

The Stuart Lab will open in June 2026. The preferred start date is June 2026 to support the setup phase. This role offers the opportunity to play a central part in establishing the lab’s operations and culture within a cutting-edge research environment.

Contract length: 3 years (renewable up to 9 years)
Salary: Grade 5 or 6, depending on qualifications and experience

Why join us

EMBL is curiosity-driven, community-oriented and international. As an inclusive, equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity enables us to collaborate more effectively and be innovative in our approaches. We are, therefore, committed to creating an inclusive and flexible culture - one where everyone can realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to our organisation. 

We encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing team – we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and personal experiences reflect the diversity of the populations that our science serves. We actively encourage applications from all genders and cultures, ethnic groups and all demographics to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights at this transformational point in our people strategy.

Enjoy lots of benefits:

  • Financial incentives: Salary free of income tax, Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances

  • Flexible working arrangements

  • Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)

  • Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to public holidays

  • Relocation package including installation grant (if applicable)

  • Campus life: Free shuttle bus (Heidelberg), library, subsidised on-site cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)

  • Family benefits: Kindergarten (Heidelberg), 10 days of child sick leave, generous paid maternity/parental leave and monthly family & child allowances

  • Benefits for international newcomers: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance.

  • For detailed information please visit our employee benefits page here

What else you need to know

  • International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Visit our International Applicants page, to find out more.

  • EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we apply DORA principles to our recruitment and performance assessment processes here.

  • Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and scientific excellence. We encourage applications from candidates of all genders, identities, nationalities and/or any other diverse backgrounds.

  • How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system. Applications will close at 23:59 CET on the date shown below. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date.

Closing Date

29/03/2026


 

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