Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public
sector institution, located in Barcelona (Spain) that promotes and
develops innovative biomedical research at the University Hospital
Vall d'Hebron. VHIR is oriented towards finding solutions to the
health problems of the citizens and has the will to contribute to
the scientific, educational, social and economic development within
its area of competence. We encourage and support our researchers in
the pursuit of competitive funding for research detecting
opportunities and contributing to the development of quality
proposals (Pre-Award Unit). Once the desired funding is achieved,
we provide support in managing granted funds to comply with
internal policies and funding bodies regulations (Post-Award Unit).
We are currently looking for 2 enthusiastic candidates to join the
Post-Award Unit as a Post-Award Research Managers to strengthen the
team. Main responsibilities and duties: The Post-Award Research
Manager's main responsibility is to manage VHIR researchers’
funding obtained from competitive grants following internal
policies and funding bodies regulations. The main duties of this
position will include: Preparation of economic justifications,
financial reports, and audits, timesheet records and deliverable
attainment monitoring, amendments to legal agreements in national
or international projects, project close-out, among others. Regular
monitoring of executed budgets and incomes to communicate
deviation. Maintenance and update of the grants database for
accurate activity reports. Manage and update administrative data
about funded projects using our internal research management
software. Organise and monitor paperwork and electronic documents
related to research grants Interaction with funding agencies or
coordinators during the project implementation for financial and
administrative matters. Any other duties related to the job as




requested to contribute to the general functioning of the Post
Award Unit. Education and qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s
degree (finance or economics preferably) Excellent written and oral
communication in Catalan and/or Spanish and, in English Desired:
Specific training in grant financial management will be highly
valuable Experience and knowledge: Required: Good command of MS
Office and other computer tools Well organised person with very
good attention to detail and the ability to work with tight
deadlines Self-motivated, creative, proactive and results oriented
Excellent teamwork with good interpersonal, written and oral
communication skills Desired: Experience in post-award research
management (national and/or international competitive calls)
Previous experience in health/biomedical research environment
International work experience Labour conditions: Full-time
position: 37,5h/week Starting date: as soon as possible Gross
annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills.
Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay
scale. Contract: Open-ended contract linked to the project. What
can we offer? Incorporation to Vall d’Hebron Research Institute
(VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the
biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron
University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and
the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS). A scientific
environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end




biomedical projects are continuously developed. Continuous learning
and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work
environment. Individual training opportunities. Adaptable working
hours. 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days. Flexible Remuneration
Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation
and more) Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain
significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy,
sports... among many others. Healthy Offering: choose from a
variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.
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 recommendations, and support in
finding accommodation Deadline to apply: 17-06-2026 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 organisation, regardless of
gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender
identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or
ethnicity.

📌 Post-Award Grants Manager (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña