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RESEARCH AREA_CHRONIC & PREVALENT DISEASES · Barcelona

Research Technician (Liver Disease Group)

Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public-sector research institution based in Barcelona (Spain). It promotes and conducts cutting-edge biomedical research in close collaboration with the University Hospital Vall d'Hebron. VHIR is committed to developing innovative solutions to health challenges, contributing to scientific advancement while fostering educational, social, and economic development at both local and global levels.

VHIR is currently offering a Research Technician position within the Liver Disease Unit for a nine-month period.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology with a minimum grade of 7.20

  • Master in Translational Biomedical Research offered by VHIR

  • Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English (business level)

  • Minimum h-index of 9

  • Minimum of 12 published papers in international journals, at least two as a first author

  • Minimum participation in at least 8 poster or oral presentations at scientific seminars or meetings.

Desired:

  • Strong teaching skills

  • Excellent ability to deliver oral presentations at local, national and international meetings

Experience and knowledge:
Required:

  • At least 4 years of experience in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing-based analysis of RNA viruses

  • Knowledge of virology, gradient-based isolation techniques, data collection, and analysis

  • Ability to teach and mentor students

  • Self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to research activities.

  • Extensive expertise in next-generation sequencing and metagenomics

  • Participation in competitive research projects

Desired:

  • Experience in DNA and RNA extraction

  • Experience in next-generation sequencing NGS

 Main responsibilities and duties:

  • Coordinate the optimisation of metagenomics methodologies

  • Provide support for bioinformatic analysis following metagenomics runs and data acquisition

  • Collaborate in writing papers

  • Prepare and mentor new students

  • Organise and ensure proper maintenance of the viral hepatitis laboratory
     

Labour conditions:

  • Full-time position: 37,5h/week.

  • Starting date: April 1st, 2026.

  • Gross annual salary: 28.000 - 29.000 euros (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: 12-03-2026

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
Graduate Technician – Degree Holder
Locations
Barcelona
Employment type
Full-time
RESEARCH AREA_CHRONIC & PREVALENT DISEASES · Barcelona

Research Technician (Liver Disease Group)

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