Headache and Pain Research Group

The Headache and Pain Research Group is focused on the study of sensory processing and brain mechanisms underlying neurological disorders, with a special emphasis on migraine. The group combines experimental neuroscience, clinical research, and technological innovation to develop and validate new methodologies and tools for quantitative sensory assessment.

The selected candidate will join an interdisciplinary team working on the development and validation of mobile application–based methodologies aimed at improving data collection, scalability, and longitudinal assessment in migraine research.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

Required:

• At least 5 years of experience working in academic or clinical neuroscience research

• Proven experience managing and implementing competitive research grants (national and European)

• Knowledge of quantitative sensory testing, psychophysical methodologies, and migraine research

• Experience in longitudinal study design and data collection

• Ability to work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary research teams

• Ability to manage multiple research tasks and meet project deadlines

Desired:

Main responsibilities and duties:

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: 27-01-2026

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.