The Academic and Commercial Clinical Research Directorate at Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) supports the clinical research community at Vall d’Hebron Campus throughout the entire lifecycle of commercial clinical trials. This Directorate assists clinical research teams at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital (HUVH) participating in clinical trials and provides support to companies interested in initiating clinical trials at HUVH.

As part of this directorate, the Clinical Trials Management Unit is responsible for overseeing the operational activities of the clinical studies at the Vall d'Hebron Campus. The primary objective of this Unit is to support clinicians and Principal Investigators at Vall d’Hebron Campus in conducting their clinical studies in accordance with each study protocol, while adhering to Good Clinical Practice and current regulations.

We are currently looking for a well-organized, methodical, and people-oriented individual to join the team as a unique role combining Study Coordinator with other general and specific responsibilities in the field of Clinical Research.

Main responsibilities and duties:

Coordinate, manage, and promote patient recruitment for clinical trials.
Maintain up-to-date clinical data from source documents to eCRFs, CTMS, and ISF.
Perform data entry for phase I, II, III, and IV studies.
Acquire pathology-specific knowledge to ensure accurate understanding of the protocol and data extraction from clinical source documents.
Manage Investigational Medicinal Product returned from patients and keep related accountability and adherence information up to date.
Support the notification process of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events.
Attend site monitoring visits, review, and resolve queries in accordance with GCP.
Coordinate the reception and return of equipment provided by the sponsor.
Prepare required documentation in case of audit or inspection visits.
Provide support to the clinical team and report to the Clinical Trials Management Unit.
Provide support for all tasks related to the Commercial and Contracted Clinical Research Directorate as assigned by the Manager.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor´s Degree in Life Sciences
Computer user level (Office package, mail).
Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English (professional proficiency)

Desirable:

Bachelor´s Degree in Life Sciences
Computer user level (Office package, mail).
Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English (professional proficiency)

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

Experience working in a research and/or hospital environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting.
Strong communication skills.

Desirable:

Previous experience as Study Coordinator.
Knowledge of e-CRF and management of clinical data related to clinical trials.
Experience with SAP management software.
Highly organised and methodical, with strong motivation and initiative.
Ability to promptly and effectively respond to requests from both the team and the sponsor

Labour conditions:

Working hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
Starting date: As soon as possible
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities

What can we offer?

Incorporation into the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
A dynamic scientific environment of excellence, where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and career development pathways.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.
Flexible remuneration programme, including meal vouchers, health insurance, transport and more.
Corporate benefits platform, offering significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports and more.
Healthy offering– “Feel Good, Feel VHIR”: VHIR’s wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrive—physically, mentally, and socially. Through four pillars—Feel Well, Feel Connected, Feel Empowered, Feel Welcomed—it fosters health, growth, and community.
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 support and assistance with finding accommodation.

Deadline to apply: 26-04-2026

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.

Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected, as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur, except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access, rectify, delete, object to, and limit the processing of data, as well as request data portability where applicable, by contacting lopd@vhir.org. DPO: dpd@ticsalutsocial.cat. More information: www.vhir.org
Data Protection Authority: APDCAT