Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is offering two Laboratory Assistant positions within the Cleaning and Material Sterilisation Service for the Laboratory Coordination Unit. This unit is responsible for maintaining the common areas and laboratories at VHIR.

Main responsibilities and duties:

Maintain optimal daily hygiene and sterilisation conditions for all laboratory materials, including collecting, cleaning, sterilising, and distributing materials.
Ensure the daily operation and maintenance of the cleaning rooms under their responsibility (autoclaves, Milli-Q and Elix systems), as well as the organisation of VHIR’s common equipment and facilities (freezers, developing machines, cold rooms, and cleaning storage areas).
Prepare developing solutions, monitor the proper functioning of equipment, and coordinate the disposal of photographic waste through authorised waste management providers.
Perform preventive cleaning and maintenance of common laboratory equipment (centrifuges, microwaves, cabinets, incubators, shakers, ultrasonic baths, etc.).
Carry out assigned activities according to established procedures and participate in procedure updates when required.
Participate in the preventive maintenance shutdowns of common cell culture rooms by carrying out cleaning tasks on laboratory equipment and materials.
Ensure all activities comply with the Unit’s quality system procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within their area of responsibility.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

FPI/CFGM qualification (preferably in a health-related field).
Professional proficiency in Catalan and Spanish.

Desirable:

Experience working with autoclaves.

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience performing laboratory assistant duties in a healthcare-related institution.
Knowledge of laboratory organisation and operations, or equivalent facilities.
Ability to work accurately, follow established procedures, and maintain high standards of hygiene, organisation, and safety in a laboratory environment.

Desirable:

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in the handling, cleaning, sterilisation, and maintenance of laboratory materials and equipment.
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the laboratories.
Commitment to quality, hygiene, and service standards within a research and healthcare environment.

Labour conditions:

Working hours: Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
Starting date: From 13 July to 4 September.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Temporary contract (due to service needs).

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: 25-05-2026

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 can be found here.
Data Protection Authority: APDCAT