Data Manager (Childhood cancer and blood disorders)
The Paediatric Haematology and Oncology Division of Vall d’Hebron Hospital treats around 120 children and adolescents with cancer per year as well as up to 500 new patients with haematological conditions and performs 40-50 stem cell transplantations. All research is conducted through the Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders Group of VHIR. There are 30 phase 1/2 and 15 phase 3/4 clinical trials ongoing and several patient registries. The candidate will join a very active team of 18 paediatric haematology and oncology consultants, 3 study coordinators, 2 data managers and 1 research nurse, and be involved in the day-to-day conduct of late phase clinical trials & patient registries.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Data entry and data management for clinical trials in paediatric haematology and oncology.
Assistance to trial principal investigators (paediatric haematology & oncology consultants) with day-to-day conduct of clinical trials at the Paediatric Haematology and Oncology Division of Vall d’Hebron Hospital.
Communication with sponsors.
Assisting the research team with sample processing for early and late phase trials.
Education and qualifications:
Required:
University degree in biomedical sciences.
Fluency in Catalan & Spanish.
Intermediate/high knowledge of English language.
Desirable:
Fluency in Englis.
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
Experience managing databases in childhood cancer clinical research.
Experience with data entry and query resolution in childhood cancer clinical research projects or clinical trials.
Training in Good Clinical Practice / ICH (less than 2 years ago).
Desirable:
Experience with data management or data entry in paediatric clinical trials or paediatric clinical research.
Experience with industry-sponsored trials.
Experience with biological samples processing and management.
Experience in patient registries.
Good communication skills and good team player.
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: 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
Data Protection Authority: APDCAT
- Department
- RESEARCH AREA_CANCER
- Role
- Graduate Technician – Degree Holder
- Locations
- Barcelona
- Employment type
- Full-time