Paediatric tumours of the nervous system are the most common solid malignant neoplasms of childhood cancer and the leading cause of cancer-related death in children. The main objective of the Laboratory of Neural Tumours is to develop and implement new therapies to improve the outcome of paediatric cancer patients both, in terms of efficacy but also safety, to reduce the long-term sequalae of the current treatments… In particular, the laboratory focuses on paediatric solid tumours such as Neuroblastoma, a paediatric solid tumour of the peripheral nervous system, but also on highly aggressive tumours of the central nervous system (e.g. ependymoma, high-grade gliomas or medulloblastoma among others).

More info about our research lines can be found at:

http://en.vhir.org/portal1/grup-lines2.asp?s=recerca&contentid=186750&idrefer=186749

https://sites.google.com/view/neural-tumors-lab/home

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Design and execution of experimental tasks.

• Collaborate with other projects of the lab.

• Prepare presentation of results and communication/dissemination material.

• Participation in the laboratory outreach activities.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences (Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, etc..).

• Fluency in Spanish & English.

Desirable:

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• Previous experience in research in the field of paediatric oncology.

• High motivation for a research career.

Labour conditions:

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: 25-06-2026

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
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