Senior Researcher (Research on aging, frailty and transitions in Barcelona)
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Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The REFiT group is a multidisciplinary team composed of geriatricians physical therapists nurses epidemiologists social psychologists and other health and social science professionals dedicated to implementation research in the fields of aging and longevity.
We are currently offering a part-time position to support the coordination and management of the research group.
Education and qualifications:
Required:
PhD in health sciences
Specific/additional training in aging epidemiology
Fluency in Catalan Spanish English (business level)
Desired:
Specific/Additional training in Health Economics
Fluency in Catalan Spanish and English (business level)
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
At least 10 years of experience working in evaluation research and coordination of research teams and multicentre projects
Main responsibilities and duties:
Coordinate the research team
Prepare research protocols for submission to competitive national and international calls
Labour conditions:
Part-time position: 5h/week
Starting date: March 2026
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale
Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities
What can we offer
Incorporation to Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research innovation and teaching at Vall dHebron University Hospital (HUVH) the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
A scientific environment of excellence highly dynamic where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.
Individual training opportunities.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of holidays 9 personal days.
Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks health insurance transportation and more)
Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel culture technology gastronomy sports... among many others.
Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.
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 recommendations and support in finding accommodation
Deadline to apply:
How We Hire:
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 organization regardless of gender civil status family status sexual orientation gender identity and expression religion age functional diversity or ethnicity.
Key Skills
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- Machine Learning
- AI
- C/C++
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- Clinical Trials
- Experience Administering Injections
- Research Experience
- Research & Development
- Assembly
- Semantic Web
- Vulnerability Research
