VHIR offers a vacant position for a laboratory technician to cover the basic experimental and management needs of the Clinical Biochemistry, Drug Delivery & Therapy group.

The candidate will be hired within the CancerScan project to assist in its development as well as with general routine techniques and procedures in the lab. Our group is experienced in developing and testing in pre-clinical models a spectrum of nanomedicines. Within the CancerScan project spheroids from pancreatic cancer origin will be produced and employed to elucidate the influence of cancer communication mediated by extracellular vesicles (EVs) in response to therapy. The candidate’s main tasks will be to assist in the synthesis of spheroids as well as the further analysis of secreted EVs subsets, including their monitoring, isolation and characterisation under distinct treatment regimens.

In addition, the technician will also work with the FVPR/U20 service platform of the group. FVPR/U20 is dedicated to perform customised production and functional assays for the pre-clinical development of novel diagnostic or therapeutic compounds based on nanotechnology. FVPR/U20 is part of ICTS-Nanbiosis and operates in an ISO9001:2015 certified environment. The candidate will also perform tasks on national and international projects of the CB-DDT group and contribute to the laboratory management.

https://vhir.vallhebron.com/en/research/clinical-biochemistry-drug-delivery-therapy

https://vhir.vallhebron.com/en/research-support/functional-validation-and-preclinical-research

https://www.nanbiosis.es/portfolio/u20-in-vivo-experimental-platform/

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• Certificate of higher education (Ciclo Formativo de Grado Superior (CFGS) / Formación Profesional de Segundo Grado (FPII)). Technicians with degree studies (BSc) may also apply
• Fluency in English (business-level)

Desired:

• Specific/Additional training in cell culture, molecular biology and bio-production processes
• Fluency in Catalan

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• At least 12 months’ experience of laboratory work in research-related projects, including basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, Western blot, ELISA, etc.) and routine cell culturing
• Lab management skills (analytical, organisational and time management)
• Good computer skills, especially with MS Office

Desired:

• Experience in Quality Management Systems
• We are looking for a person who has a proven hands-on attitude, flexible and adaptable. Additionally, the following personal skills are desirable:
  • Teamwork
  • Initiative (ability to work independently when necessary)
  • Well-organised and responsible person at work

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Cell culture: basic maintenance (subculturing, freezing and storing), functional assays (cell proliferation, apoptosis, etc) of a variety of cultures available in the lab
• Complete molecular biology characterisation of cell cultures after treatment with different chemotherapeutics
• Characterisation and handling of different types of nanomaterials, especially extracellular vesicles
• Administrative and laboratory management tasks

Labour conditions:

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.
• 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: 27-11-2025

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.