Study Coordinator (Childhood cancer and blood disorders)

The University Hospital Vall d'Hebron is highly specialized in rare diseases on a Regional, national and international level with its incorporation as full member of 20 of the 24 European Reference Networks (ERN).

The scientific direction of the ERN-EuroBloodNet, www.eurobloodnet.eu, the ERN dedicated to Rare Hematological Diseases (RHD), is led by Dr Mañú Pereira, head of the Rare Anemia Disorders research lab within the “Cancer y enfermedades hematomlogicas infantiles” group at the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR).

Our research strategy is focused on the development and validation of innovative methodological approaches for better characterization of patients affected by rare anemia disorders according to their individual features to allow personal risk profiles and personalized medicine.

In this context, we are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Project Manager/Study Coordinator to join our team. This role involves participation as study coordinator in various national and european projects related to clinical and multiomics research, including ERDERA (European Rare Diseases Research Alliance), funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe Programme.

The primary focus of this position will be on designing, collecting and analyzing Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in Sickle cell disease in the setting of a multinational project.

The role requires close collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including clinicians, researchers, and patient representatives.

Funding: Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), "FORT23/00034"

Education and qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedicine or related fields.
Fluent (written and spoken) English and Spanish.

Desired:

MSc.
Knowledge of ethical and regulatory frameworks governing clinical research.

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

Experience/ knowledge in clinical research.
Proficiency in using communication tools and software. 
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience/knowledge in participating in EU-funded projects.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research setting.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Desired:

Experience/knowledge in rare diseases and patient-centered research.
Experience with PROMs and/or patient engagement strategies.
Experience in clinical trials as study coordinator.
Ability to write scientific reports and deliverables.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.

Main responsibilities and duties:

Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain up-to-date project documentation, including protocols, progress reports, and meeting minutes.
- Prepare and distribute deliverables, summaries, and presentations as needed
- Support on the coordination and the delivery of various scientific projects, in collaboration with the team and external stakeholders.
- Work with the monitoring officer of the different actions to ensure the achievement of expected outcomes with quality and in timely manner.
- Contribute to the technical and scientific reporting of the project, including production of reports and scientific deliverables.

Meeting Participation & Coordination: Organize and facilitate regular project meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, minutes and proposing and following up on action items.
Patient engagement: you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining collaborations with patient representatives, advocacy groups, and associations to foster enhanced patient engagement in research.

Labour conditions:

Full-time position: 40h/week based in Vall d’Hebron Research Institute.
Starting date: immediate.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract: long-term contract linked to the project activities.

What can we offer?

Incorporation to Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron 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.

Deadline to apply: 10-10-2025

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.