Laboratory Support

The Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is offering one laboratory assistant position for the Laboratory Coordination Unit. This unit is responsible for the maintenance of common areas and laboratories at VHIR.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

FPI/CFGM (preferably in a health-related field)

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

At least 6 months / 1 year of experience performing laboratory assistant tasks in a healthcare institution.
Knowledge of the organisation and functioning of a laboratory or equivalent space.
Experience with autoclave

Core Competences:

Teamwork
Commitment
Flexibility
Customer orientation
Communication

Main responsibilities and duties:

Maintain daily optimal hygiene and sterilisation conditions for all materials used in the laboratories (collect, clean, sterilise, and distribute materials).
Ensure daily operation of the cleaning rooms under their responsibility (autoclave, Milli-Q and Elix systems), as well as the orderliness of equipment and common areas at VHIR (freezers, developers, cold rooms, and cleaning storage).
Prepare developing solutions, as well as monitor the correct functioning of equipment and manage the disposal of photographic waste with authorised waste handlers.
Maintain the stock of consumable materials in common rooms, general laboratory cleaning supplies, and consumables for purified water equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance cleaning of shared equipment (centrifuges, microwaves, cabinets, incubators, shakers, ultrasonic baths, etc.).
Carry out assigned activities in accordance with established procedures and, when applicable, participate in updating them.
Participate in the preventive maintenance shutdown of the common culture rooms by performing cleaning tasks for equipment and laboratory materials.
Ensure that activities are carried out in accordance with the requirements established in the Unit’s quality system procedures, and promote and implement continuous improvement within their area of responsibility.

Labour conditions:

Full-time position: 37.5h/week, from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm.
Starting date: immediate
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract: Permanent

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: 10-12-2025

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.