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Project Manager (Rheumatology Research Group)

VHIR


Job Location:

Barcelona - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

VHIR is seeking a Project Manager to join the Rheumatology Research Group.

The Rheumatology Research Group (GRR) is focused on translational research in immunity-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDA) mainly in the area of rheumatology. The GRR is a multidisciplinary group made up of clinical specialists biologists bioinformaticians and laboratory technicians. The different research lines of the GRR emphasise the use of high-performance technologies for the study at the cellular and molecular level of the immununopathology of IMIDA mainly chronic inflammatory arthritis and autoimmune systemic diseases.

Main responsibilities and duties:
  • Coordinate and support operational and project-related activities within the Rheumatology Research Group.

  • Support the management and follow-up of ongoing projects ensuring activities are completed on time and according to established procedures.

  • Prepare manage and maintain documentation required by Principal Investigators (PIs).

  • Prepare documentation reports presentations and other written materials required for the unit.

  • Coordinate communication with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Organise meetings agendas and project-related follow-up activities.

  • Support administrative and organisational processes related to the research group.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of workflows and organisational procedures.

  • Collaborate proactively with team members and other institutional departments.

  • Ensure proper handling and organisation of documentation and information.

Education and qualifications:
Required:
  • University degree in Health Sciences Life Sciences Business Administration Management Public Relations or related fields.

  • Professional proficiency in English and Spanish/Catalan.

  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools.

Desirable:
  • Postgraduate studies or Masters degree related to project management healthcare management research management or similar.

  • Additional training in project coordination administration or management.

  • Experience working in a research environment or biomedical institution.

Experience and knowledge:
Required:
  • Previous practical experience in project coordination management or administrative support.

  • Ability to manage specific areas and multiple tasks effectively.

  • Experience coordinating projects and ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.

  • Experience managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Strong organisational and time management skills.

  • Good communication skills both written and verbal.

  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Desirable:
  • Experience preparing reports presentations and project documentation.

  • Experience coordinating operational activities.

  • Knowledge of institutional procedures and research project management.

  • Experience in biomedical research environments.

Labour conditions:

  • Working hours: Full-time (375 hours per week).

  • Starting date: As soon as possible .

  • Gross annual salary: 30750.00

  • Contract type:Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities

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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