The Biomedical Data Intelligence Unit (BIDU) is a transversal core facility within the Digital Transformation Area, providing expertise in biostatistics, bioinformatics, data science and artificial intelligence applied to biomedical research. BIDU supports research groups across the Vall d’Hebron Campus, ensuring methodological rigor, reproducibility, data governance and quality compliance.

The Bioinformatics Technician will provide technical bioinformatics analysis and support to biomedical research projects, working closely with research groups and other BIDU profiles.

The role is technical and service-oriented, focused on the execution of bioinformatics analyses, data management tasks and pipeline-based workflows, following established methodologies and procedures.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• University degree in Bioinformatics, Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, AI or related Life Sciences fields.

• Professional proficiency in Catalan, Spanish and English.

Desired:

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of experience (or equivalent) performing tasks related to bioinformatics or biomedical data analysis.

• Proven experience in bioinformatics data analysis, including:

  • Preprocessing and analysis of biological datasets,

  • Execution of bioinformatics workflows and pipelines.

• Strong practical knowledge of computational and bioinformatics environments, including:

  • Scripting and analytical programming using Python and/or R.

• Experience working with omics and high-throughput biological data, such as:

  • RNA-seq (bulk and/or single-cell),

  • WES / WGS,

  • Metagenomics or similar technologies.

• Ability to produce technical reports, document analyses and communicate results clearly.

Desired:

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Participate in initial meetings with researchers to understand bioinformatics analysis requests and study requirements.

• Execute bioinformatics analyses following established methodologies and pipelines.

• Perform data management tasks, including data preparation, transformation, validation and documentation.

• Prepare technical reports and analysis documentation.

• Support researchers in the interpretation and communication of bioinformatics results.

• Participate in internal cross-reviews and quality checks of analyses within BIDU.

• Attend and respond to bioinformatics consultations addressed to the unit.

• Participate in training and knowledge-sharing activities according to the BIDU Training Plan.

• Ensure compliance with quality systems, data governance principles and institutional procedures.

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: 18-03-2026

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.