VHIR offers a vacant position to work as a Laboratory
Technician within the Neurovascular Research Group. Our lab focuses
on stroke research and dementia from both basic and translational
perspectives. The group is composed of a highly motivated team of
researchers, including neurologists, biologists, technicians,
statisticians, psychologists, and nurses. This position will give
support to several experimental studies related to stroke disease.
Main responsibilities and duties: General laboratory maintenance:
cleaning of biosafety cabinets and freezers, cleaning of laboratory
instruments, replenishment of pipette tips, and restocking of clean
materials. Preparation, management, collection, storage, and
maintenance of biological human samples, including data collection
and management using Excel databases. Preparation of sample
dilutions and basic laboratory reagents. Quantification of plasma
proteins using the BCA method. Cell culture: basic techniques for
maintenance and cell handling. Immunological techniques based on
antigen–antibody reactions (Western Blot, ELISA). Evaluation of
result consistency and application of corrective measures.
Education and qualifications: Required: Higher Vocational Training
Qualification (CFGS) or Degree in Laboratory Technology, Clinical
and Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline Fluency in English
Experience and knowledge: Required: Experience in general
laboratory maintenance and biological sample management, including
handling, storage, and Excel-based data recording. Experience in
basic laboratory preparation work, including reagent preparation
and sample dilutions. Practical experience in cell culture
techniques (cell lines). Knowledge of immunological techniques
(Western Blot and ELISA). Ability to ensure data quality, evaluate
results, and apply corrective measures. Desirable: Personal skills:
well-organised, methodical, proactive and aptitude for teamwork




Labour conditions: Working hours : Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
Starting date : Mid-june. Gross annual salary : €19.053,78-20.000
(Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and
responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay
scale.) Contract type : Temporary contract Duration: 3 months 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 . Adaptable
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: 05-06-2026 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 [email protected] . DPO: [email protected] . More
information: www.vhir.org Data Protection Authority:
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📌 Laboratory Technician (Neurovascular Diseases) (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña