VHIR is offering a position for a Research Laboratory Technician within the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Group to contribute to the project “Harnessing the biology of regulatory T cells: cutting-edge therapy for diabetic retinopaty and age-related macular degeneration (T-REGENERON)” (PID2025-176355OB-I00. Ministerio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades).

Main responsibilities and duties:

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• University degree (BSc or equivalent) in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or a closely related life sciences discipline.

• Accredited certification for the handling of research animals.

• Good command of written and spoken English.

• Demonstrable experience in retinal research, supported by peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Desirable:

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• At least two years of hands-on experience in biomedical research in a similar role or research laboratory.

• Practical experience working with laboratory animals and ocular/retinal tissue, including eye dissection, retinal processing and/or retinal explant cultures.

• Sound knowledge of retinal anatomy and physiology.

• Experience with mammalian cell and tissue culture.

• Practical experience in flow cytometry.

• Practical experience in PCR and standard molecular biology techniques.

• Experience with Western blotting and ELISA.

• Experience with histology, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry.

• Excellent manual dexterity and fine motor skills for handling delicate ocular tissues.

• Methodical, highly organised and reliable, with excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.

• Experience in training, teaching or supervising undergraduate and/or Master's students.

Desirable:

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: 19-08-2026

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:
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