The ARO Platform provides sponsors with a comprehensive service package for the management of all activities required to conduct clinical trials and studies, from Phase I to Phase IV.

Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is seeking to recruit a Pharmacovigilance Technician to join its Academic Research Organisation (ARO) and support the development and management of pharmacovigilance activities in clinical trials.

Main responsibilities and duties:

Maintain the pharmacovigilance database.
Reconcile pharmacovigilance-related information and documentation.
Contribute to the preparation of periodic safety reports.
Collaborate with Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) to resolve queries related to adverse events.
Provide support in any tasks within their area of responsibility as assigned by their line manager.
Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with the procedures established in the unit’s Quality Management System, while promoting and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Health Sciences.
Master's degree in Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research Coordination, Monitoring or a related field.
Professional proficiency in Catalan, Spanish and English.

Desirable:

Additional or specialised training in pharmacovigilance.

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

At least six months of experience in the field of clinical research.
Good knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Ability to work independently, with flexibility and adaptability.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable:

Medical writing skills.

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: Open-ended contract linked to scientific and technical services.

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: 14-07-2026

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 organisation, 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