Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public-sector institution located in Barcelona, Spain, that promotes and develops innovative biomedical research at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital. VHIR is committed to fin…
Skills: Project management, Grant proposal writing, Horizon Europe, Consortium building, Scientific research
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
The VHIR Neuroimmunology Research Group/Cemcat is seeking to recruit a talented candidate to join our team and undertake a PhD. More information about our group can be found at: https://vhir.vallhebron.com/ca/recerca/neu…
Skills: Molecular biology, Cellular biology, Epigenetics, Immunology, qPCR
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
VHIR is offering a position for a Research Laboratory Technician within the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Group to contribute to the project “Harnessing the biology of regulatory T cells: cutting-edge therapy for diab…
Skills: Animal care, Flow cytometry, PCR, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
We are seeking a Clinical Researcher with experience in Hepatology, to join the Liver diseases group. The particular area in which the candidate will contribute is the one dedicated to rare liver diseases. The candidate …
Skills: Hepatology, Clinical research, Patient recruitment, Data collection, Data management
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · Hybrid
VHIR is seeking a Financial Control Technician to join the Financial Control Unit. The Unit's responsibilities include, among others, reviewing and monitoring budget variances, reporting to Public Administrations, suppor…
Skills: Budget management, Accounting principles, Tax returns, Financial reporting, Budget monitoring
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
We are seeking a highly motivated Human Biology Research Technician to support ongoing research activities in metagenomics and viral pathogen detection. The successful candidate will contribute to software development, b…
Skills: Metagenomics, Bioinformatics, Software development, Molecular biology, Next-generation sequencing
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
We are seeking a recognised postdoctoral researcher with a completed PhD and a minimum of three years’ postdoctoral experience, who is ready to take the next step in their research career. The successful candidate will d…
Skills: Stroke medicine, Clinical research, Data analysis, Big data analytics, Artificial intelligence
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the activities of the Systemic Sclerosis Unit and contribute to the effective coordination of clinical and research projects Main responsibilities and duties: Coordin…
Skills: Clinical database management, Data entry, Quality control, Clinical research coordination, Patient communication
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
AIM The Vall d’Hebron University Hospital Foundation – Research Institute VHIR makes its own and open call for a doctoral fellowship programme devoted to attracting early-stage researchers with a special interest in biom…
Skills: Biomedical research, Clinical research, Epidemiology, Health services management, Health technologies evaluation
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
The Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), Research Group on Rare Anaemia Disorders, is offering a vacancy for a Communication and Dissemination Junior Manager, who will support the communication and dissemination acti…
Skills: Communication, Dissemination, Social media management, Content planning, Copywriting
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) Research Group has a twenty-year history providing clinical care and researching in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), other motor neuron diseases (hereditary spastic paraplegias, po…
Skills: Spectral flow cytometry, Immunology, Neuromuscular disorders, Biomarker identification, Experimental design
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · Hybrid
The Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital. The Biomedical Data Intelligence Un…
Skills: Biostatistics, Data science, Bioinformatics, Artificial intelligence, Experimental design
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
$35k–$38k/yr
Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, one of the largest hospital campuses in…
Skills: Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Python, R
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public-sector institution located in Barcelona, Spain, that promotes and develops innovative biomedical research at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital. VHIR aims to provide sol…
Skills: Paediatric Physiotherapy, Neurological Rehabilitation, Motor and Functional Assessment, Clinical Data Management, Good Clinical Practice
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
The earth’s daily rotation causes profound, yet repetitive, changes to environmental conditions. In response, species from prokaryotes to humans have evolved circadian clocks to drive anticipatory daily rhythms in biolog…
Skills: Laboratory Management, Murine Models, Oncology, Ageing Research, Molecular Biology
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
The University Hospital Vall d'Hebron is highly specialised in rare diseases. The scientific direction of the European Reference Network ERN-EuroBloodNet, www.eurobloodnet.eu, dedicated to Rare Haematological Diseases (R…
Skills: Budget Monitoring, Financial Forecasting, Expenditure Eligibility Checks, Financial Reporting, Audit Documentation
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
We are seeking a Clinical Researcher specialised in cardiology to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role will be to conduct clinical follow-up visits for patients enrolled in clinical research studies, va…
Skills: Clinical Research, Cardiology, Holter ECG Validation, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research, Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
We are seeking a Clinical Researcher specialised in allergy, to join our multidisciplinary research team. The successful candidate will co ntribute to the development and execution of investigator-initiated and industry-…
Skills: Clinical Research, Allergy Specialization, Immunology, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Clinical Trial Management
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
VHIR offers a position for a medical doctor specialising in cardiology in the Cardiac Imaging Unit within the Cardiovascular Diseases Research Group. We are a successful multidisciplinary group including cardiologists, t…
Skills: Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging, Echocardiography, Cardiac MRI, Cardiac CT
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
The Rare Anaemia Disorders Research Laboratory at the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a translational laboratory operating across the full research continuum, from basic science to supporting clinical diagnosi…
Skills: Laboratory Management, Sample Traceability, Chain Of Custody, REDCap, SOP Drafting
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain • On-site
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The Scientific Project Manager will identify research funding opportunities and support the development and submission of high-quality grant proposals. They will also coordinate the implementation of awarded projects and foster international collaborations to strengthen the institute's research leadership.
Candidates must hold a university degree in biomedical sciences or a related discipline and possess professional-level English proficiency. Experience in research management, specifically with Horizon Europe or similar competitive funding projects, is required.
Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public-sector institution located in Barcelona, Spain, that promotes and develops innovative biomedical research at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital. VHIR is committed to finding solutions to the health challenges faced by citizens and to contributing to scientific, educational, social and economic development within its area of competence.
The Competitive Research Directorate supports the scientific community at Vall d’Hebron throughout the full lifecycle of competitive projects. The Directorate encourages and supports researchers in securing competitive research funding by identifying funding opportunities, contributing to the development of high-quality proposals, and supporting the successful implementation of awarded projects. Within the Pre-Award Unit, the Project Coordination Team manages and coordinates ongoing collaborative projects and provides guidance and expertise in the establishment of new international consortia.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join the Project Coordination Team within the Pre-Award Unit as a Scientific Project Manager. In this role, you will contribute to the development of the BIVHIR project (GPE2025-001620-P), which aims to increase VHIR’s leadership and participation in Horizon Europe projects. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the development and coordination of related international competitive project proposals, work closely with different research support units and researchers, and play a key role in strengthening VHIR’s leadership in biomedical research.
The Scientific Project Manager will have the following main responsibilities:
Proactively identify and attract research funding opportunities.
Contribute to consortium building, including the identification and selection of strategic partners.
Provide tailored advice and support throughout the preparation and submission of grant proposals.
Coordinate the formal acceptance and set-up of awarded projects.
Promote VHIR’s participation in European projects and contribute to increasing its success rate in competitive proposals.
Attend relevant events and networking activities to establish new collaborations and professional contacts.
Undertake any other duties related to the role, as required, to support and contribute to the overall functioning of the Pre-Award Unit.
University degree in biomedical sciences or a related discipline.
Fluency in English at business level, with a high standard of written English (C1 level or equivalent).
Doctoral degree in biomedical sciences or a related discipline.
Fluency in Catalan and/or Spanish.
Experience working in research management, such as pre-award project management, proposal preparation, and the implementation and coordination of projects, particularly Horizon Europe projects.
Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively to tight deadlines.
Self-motivated, creative, proactive and results-oriented approach.
Excellent teamwork and strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Thorough knowledge of European funding programmes, with particular emphasis on Horizon Europe.
Knowledge of other EU, national and international funding programmes, such as EU4Health, DIGITAL and NIH.
Previous experience working in a health or biomedical research environment.
Experience addressing Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) aspects and/or other cross-cutting aspects relevant to Horizon Europe projects.
A track record of successful consortium management activities and/or grant applications, either as a researcher or research manager.
International work experience.
Working hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
Starting date: As soon as possible.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Open-ended contract linked to the project.
Incorporation into the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
A dynamic scientific environment of excellence, where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and career development pathways.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.
Flexible remuneration programme, including meal vouchers, health insurance, transport and more.
Corporate benefits platform, offering significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports and more.
Healthy offering– “Feel Good, Feel VHIR”: VHIR’s wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrive—physically, mentally, and socially. Through four pillars—Feel Well, Feel Connected, Feel Empowered, Feel Welcomed—it fosters health, growth, and community.
International mobility support (Welcome Services): we aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information, guidance on required procedures, access to the International Welcome Desk, family support and assistance with finding accommodation.
Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills, qualifications, and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.
Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.
Practical assessment: Depending on the role, candidates may complete a case study, technical task, presentation, or written exercise, on-site or remotely.
Checks: Education, references, and other job-related verifications may be carried out.
Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.
VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organisation, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.
Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected, as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur, except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access, rectify, delete, object to, and limit the processing of data, as well as request data portability where applicable, by contacting [email protected]. DPO: [email protected]. More information can be found here.
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We are a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, the hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS). The members of our Board of Trustees are the Catalan Ministry of Health, the Catalan Ministry of Economy and Knowledge (we are a CERCA center), Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Bank of blood and tissues, the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), of which we are an accredited research institute, and the Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), which together with VHIR is part of Accredited Institute of Campus Vall d’Hebron Institute by the Institute of Health Carlos III (ISCIII). Since its creation in 1994, VHIR works to find solutions to the health problems of society, and contribute to spread them around the world. In more than 20 years we have achieved leadership in biomedical research at hospitals in our country, and we want to be recognised in 2020 as an excellent and competitive European Institute leader in clinical and traslational research linked to a university hospital. In our institute are working more than 1,300 people, of which over 1,200 doing research and others, around 100, help to do it or transfer it to the society once made, whether in the form of projects, technology transfer and innovation, communication or fundraising, among others. The best of our institution and its research staff is doing research to solve people’s health problems. Our task is not only basic or translational, we are leaders in clinical research. We have the beds of the hospital separated in less than 50 meters of laboratories and our patients will benefit from our research. In this we believe, and our efforts are focused on it. This is understood by industry leaders who are committed to our hospital, making it a world reference for its first clinical trials.
Offices: Pg. Vall d'Hebron, 119-129, Barcelona, Barcelona 08035, ES
We are a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, the hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS). The members of our Board of Trustees are the Catalan Ministry of Health, the Catalan Ministry of Economy and Knowledge (we are a CERCA center), Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Bank of blood and tissues, the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), of which we are an accredited research institute, and the Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), which together with VHIR is part of Accredited Institute of Campus Vall d’Hebron Institute by the Institute of Health Carlos III (ISCIII). Since its creation in 1994, VHIR works to find solutions to the health problems of society, and contribute to spread them around the world. In more than 20 years we have achieved leadership in biomedical research at hospitals in our country, and we want to be recognised in 2020 as an excellent and competitive European Institute leader in clinical and traslational research linked to a university hospital. In our institute are working more than 1,300 people, of which over 1,200 doing research and others, around 100, help to do it or transfer it to the society once made, whether in the form of projects, technology transfer and innovation, communication or fundraising, among others. The best of our institution and its research staff is doing research to solve people’s health problems. Our task is not only basic or translational, we are leaders in clinical research. We have the beds of the hospital separated in less than 50 meters of laboratories and our patients will benefit from our research. In this we believe, and our efforts are focused on it. This is understood by industry leaders who are committed to our hospital, making it a world reference for its first clinical trials.
Offices: Pg. Vall d'Hebron, 119-129, Barcelona, Barcelona 08035, ES
