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Research Technician (Foot and Ankle Surgery Unit Hand Surgery Unit)

VHIR


Job Location:

Barcelona - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 September 2026 (5 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 14 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) is looking for a Research Technician to join the Foot & Ankle Surgery Unit and Hand Surgery Unit.

The successful candidate will provide research support across ongoing and new projects contributing to patient data collection database management research project development and grant applications

Main responsibilities and duties:
  • Collect organise and manage patient and research data.

  • Maintain and update research databases ensuring accurate and well-organised information.

  • Support the design and development of new research projects.

  • Provide support in the preparation and submission of research grant applications.

  • Support research activities and documentation related to the units ongoing projects.

  • Collaborate with clinical and research teams to ensure the smooth development of research activities.

Education and qualifications:
Required:
  • Bachelors degree in Sciences

  • Professional fluency in Catalan Spanish English (C1)

Experience and knowledge:
Required:
  • Experience in data management including proficiency in Excel.

  • Knowledge of scientific publications and research processes.

  • Knowledge of basic statistical principles

  • Ability to work autonomously and take responsibility for assigned tasks.

  • Good teamwork and collaboration skills.

Labour conditions:

  • Working hours: Part-time (20 hours per week).

  • Starting date: As soon as possible

  • Gross annual salary: 17181.00 - 1900.00 Remuneration will be determined by experience skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.

  • Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the 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:
Data Protection Authority: APDCAT