In vivo Scientist - Temporary Contract

Position Summary

You will join a multidisciplinary in vivo team in Spain to support the discovery and preclinical development of new medicines. You will run and analyse in vivo studies using rodent models and work closely with colleagues across disciplines. We value practical laboratory skills, careful data handling, and a collaborative attitude. This role offers clear learning and growth opportunities, the chance to make measurable contributions to projects, and the satisfaction of supporting GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Responsibilities

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:

- Plan and perform in vivo studies using rodent models, including dosing, clinical monitoring and humane sample collection.
- Process and analyse biological samples using techniques such as qPCR, flow cytometryx, histology, ELISA and basic microbiology assays.
- Maintain and manage accurate experimental records and support data integrity and reproducibility.
- Contribute to study design, including defining endpoints, sample size considerations and standard operating procedures.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, and monitor supplies and animal welfare needs.
- Work safely in controlled laboratory facilities and follow biosafety and animal welfare procedures.

Why You?

Basic Qualification
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals
- Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Veterinary Sciences or a related life science field.
- Practical experience handling rodents and performing common in vivo procedures.

- Experience in Salmonella and enteric disease models.
- Experience preparing biological samples and running assays such as qPCR, histology, flow cytometry and ELISAs.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish language skills are desirable.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate laboratory records.
- Commitment to laboratory safety, animal welfare and data integrity.

Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus
- Accredited training in animal experimentation (for example, national categories for animal work).
- Experience working in biosafety level 2 or 3 laboratory environments.
- Experience with in advanced sample analysis methods.
- Familiarity with assay development and troubleshooting.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary teams or cross-functional project settings.
- Basic data analysis skills using GraphPad, Excel or similar tools.

Location and Working Model
This role is based in Spain and is on site at our research facility. The working model is primarily on site to support laboratory activities and animal facility work.
 

Skills

Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Data Quality, Following Instructions, Interpersonal Communication, Lab Maintenance, Life Science, Molecular Biology, Proper Documentation, Scientific Presentations, Scientific Research, Scientific Writing

 

 

Spanish Salary Range / Rango salarial en España: EUR 27,675 to EUR 46,125The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.El rango salarial bruto anual para nuevos empleados en esta posición se encuentra se indica más arriba para cada ubicación correspondiente. Estos rangos tienen en cuenta varios factores, como las habilidades, la experiencia, el nivel educativo de la persona candidata y las condiciones del mercado para el puesto. Además, esta posición puede incluir un bonus anual y la posibilidad de participar en nuestro programa de incentivos a largo plazo basado en acciones, en función del nivel del puesto. Durante el proceso de selección se facilitará información más detallada sobre el paquete completo de beneficios. Además, esta posición puede incluir un bonus anual y la posibilidad de participar en nuestro programa de incentivos a largo plazo basado en acciones, en función del nivel del puesto. Durante el proceso de selección se facilitará información más detallada sobre el paquete completo de beneficios. Este puesto está abierto a candidatos en distintas ubicaciones por lo que también se muestran los rangos salariales correspondientes a algunas de ellas. En determinados mercados, la legislación sobre transparencia salarial exige incluir información retributiva en las ofertas de empleo, y esas ubicaciones se contemplan como posibles destinos para este puesto. Si en una ubicación o país concreto no se indica un rango salarial en la oferta, la compensación se tratará durante el proceso de selección. Por favor, tenga en cuenta que los salarios varían según el país en función de las habilidades, experiencia, nivel educativo del candidato y las condiciones del mercado para el puesto. Las ofertas suelen situarse dentro del rango anunciado atendiendo a las habilidades, experiencia y cualificaciones del candidato, reservándose habitualmente el tramo superior para candidatos altamente experimentados u otras circunstancias excepcionales alineadas con estos criterios.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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