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RESEARCH AREA_CHRONIC & PREVALENT DISEASES · Barcelona

Biomedical Engineer (Arrhythmia Unit)

We are seeking a Biomedical Engineer with a strong background in project management, innovation, and cardiovascular technologies to join the Arrhythmia Unit of our hospital.

This position is designed for a professional interested in bridging clinical research, advanced cardiac imaging, and innovation processes, contributing to translational research focused on cardiac arrhythmias. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and coordinating research and innovation projects, while enabling the integration of imaging-based methodologies into clinical and pre-clinical studies.

Main responsibilities and duties:

  • Analysis of cardiac imaging data, including Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), with a focus on anatomical and substrate segmentation for arrhythmia-related studies.

  • Coordination and operational support of clinical and research projects, ensuring alignment between clinical, technical, and regulatory requirements.

  • Acting as Study Coordinator, overseeing study workflows, documentation, timelines, and data quality standards.

  • Supporting the preparation and management of technical and regulatory documentation for research and innovation projects.

  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (clinicians, engineers, researchers, and external partners) to ensure effective project execution.

  • Contributing to innovation initiatives, including early-stage project development, evaluation, and potential translation into clinical practice.

Education and qualifications:
Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.

  • Additional training or postgraduate education in Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Innovation, or Project Management.

  • Fluency in Spanish and English (business level).

Desirable:

  • Master’s degree (e.g., MBA in Healthcare, Biomedical Business Management, or Innovation).

  • Additional training in regulatory affairs, clinical research, or medical device development.

Experience and knowledge:
Required:

  • At least 1–3 years of experience in healthcare, clinical research, or medical technology environments.

  • Experience in project coordination or management within multidisciplinary teams.

  • Knowledge of cardiac imaging modalities (CT, MRI) or willingness to develop expertise in this area.

  • Understanding of clinical research processes and regulated healthcare environments.

  • Ability to manage technical documentation and coordinate project workflows

Desirable:

  • Experience in innovation projects, early-stage technology development, or translational research.

  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks for medical devices or clinical studies.

  • Experience in cardiology, particularly electrophysiology or interventional cardiology.

  • Ability to work in structured project environments (Agile, Scrum, or similar methodologies).

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate clinical and technical data into actionable insights.

Labour conditions:

  • Working hours: Part-time (28 hours per week).

  • Starting date: As soon as possible .

  • Gross annual salary: 21.500€ - 26.000€ 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: 12-05-2026

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

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

Biomedical Engineer (Arrhythmia Unit)

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