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Predoctoral Researcher (Molecular Medical Imaging)

VHIR


Job Location:

Barcelona - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 10 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

VHIR is looking for a highly motivated Predoctoral Researcher for the Molecular Imaging and Therapy Group to develop theragnosis in cancer based on PET imaging

Main responsibilities and duties:
  • Develop of immunoPET radiopharmaceuticals

  • Performance in vitro and in vivo experiments in the theragnosis field

  • Coordinate and support daily research activities within the scope of the project.

  • Collaborate with other researchers for data interpretation and discussion of results

  • Prepare organise and manage datasets for internal reporting and scientific publications

  • Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts reports presentations and project deliverables and dissemination activities

Education and qualifications:
Required:
  • Bachelors degree in health-related sciences

  • Masters degree in Medical Research or related field

  • Fluency in English

  • Good academic and master thesis scores (desired > 8.5 of average)

Desirable:
  • Good knowledge of statistical analysis

  • Specialisation course for the handling of animals for experimental purposes.

  • Communication skills in Spanish and/or Catalan

  • Certificate to handle radioactive materials

Experience and knowledge:
Required:
  • Knowledge for working with cell culture and mouse models

  • Knowledge of Molecular Biology Histology flow cytometry and ELISA analysis

  • Previous research experience in an academic or biomedical research environment.

Desirable:
  • Knowledge of advanced statistical analysis methods

  • Experience in immunoPET

  • Experience/knowledge in radioactive labelling of compounds for PET and radiotherapy

  • Strong organisational communication and teamwork skills.

  • Experience in scientific writing and presentation of results.

Labour conditions:

  • Working hours: Full-time (375 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: Temporary contract (Predoctoral)

What can we offer
  • Incorporation into the Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research innovation and teaching at Vall dHebron 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: VHIRs wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrivephysically mentally and socially. Through four pillarsFeel Well Feel Connected Feel Empowered Feel Welcomedit 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.

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.

Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall dHebron 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 . DPO: . More information:
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