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RESEARCH AREA_CHRONIC & PREVALENT DISEASES · Barcelona

Laboratory Technician (Liver Diseases)

We are looking for a highly motivated laboratory technician willing to join our group.

The Advanced and Chronic Liver Disease group belongs to the Liver Diseases Research Group of VHIR. It is also a consolidated group, recognised by AGAUR and it is part of the CIBERehd. We are interested in the mechanisms leading to liver fibrosis and portal hypertension in liver disease, mostly of metabolic injury and alcohol-related origin, as well as the immune and inflammatory underlying pathways. We use the rat/mouse model and several ex vivo techniques.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

  • Degree in health sciences (biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, medicine, etc...). Or Higher Technician Diploma in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory.

  • Good communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English.

  • High level of English language.

Experience and knowledge:
Required:

  • Previous experience in a research lab and molecular biology techniques.

  • Certificate of Animal Research Experimentation.

  • Mouse handling and modelling experience.

Desired:

  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, self-motivation, and social skills as key personal abilities

  • Ability to work independently.

  • Experience with liver disease animal models.

Main responsibilities and duties:

  • The candidate will carry out experimental work and results analysis in the context of a research group on Advanced and Chronic Liver Disease.

  • Participation in meetings organised by the group and the campus. 

 

Labour conditions:

  • Full-time position: 37,5h/week.

  • Starting date: April, 2026.

  • Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale.

  • Contract: Technical and scientific activities 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.

  • 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: 03-03-2026

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.

Department
RESEARCH AREA_CHRONIC & PREVALENT DISEASES
Role
Laboratory Technician
Locations
Barcelona
Employment type
Full-time
RESEARCH AREA_CHRONIC & PREVALENT DISEASES · Barcelona

Laboratory Technician (Liver Diseases)

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