VHIR seeks a vacancy/vacant position for a Clinical Scientist in Paediatric Neuromuscular Unit.
The Paediatric Neuromuscular Unit at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital is a national reference center dedicated to the diagnosis, care, and research of neuromuscular diseases in children. The Unit integrates clinical expertise with advanced diagnostic tools including genetic testing, muscle imaging, and functional assessments. As a clinical scientist within the team, the candidate will contribute to translational research projects, natural history studies, and clinical trials involving innovative therapies such as gene therapy and antisense oligonucleotides. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive care for patients and families, while fostering collaboration with national and international networks in rare disease research.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• Degree in Medicine
• Specific training in Child Neurology
• Good clinical practice certificate.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (business level)

Desired:

• Fluency in Catalan or enrolled in any learning activity for it

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• Experience working in Pediatrics and Child neurology
• Experience working in trials and clinical research in Pediatrics.
• Ability to build databases in Redcap.

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Coordinate the clinical trials in Pediatric Neuromuscular team
• Coordinate the natural history studies in child neurology
• Give support to investigators and study coordinators
• Give support to registries and other research activities. 

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: 07-12-2025

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.