The Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is seeking
a Commercial and Academic Clinical Research Director to lead the
strategic development, integration, and operational excellence of
its clinical research activity within one of Europe’s most dynamic
biomedical ecosystems. Operating across a highly structures and
multidisciplinary environment, the successful candidate will lead a
Directorate embedded within VHIR’s Scientific Management Area. This
Directorate brings together a comprehensive portfolio of
specialised units dedicated to the delivery of clinical research,
including Clinical Core Facilities Coordination, a Clinical Trials
Operations Unit and a Clinical Trials Economic Budget Unit. The
role sits within a broader institutional structure composed of
multiple complementary areas - Management (Finance, Human
Resources, Legal, Digital Transformation), Scientific Strategy,
Competitive Research, Innovation and Business Development, and
Communication- ensuring strong cross-functional alignment and
institutional impact. The selected candidate will play a key role
in strengthening Vall d’Hebron’s position as a leading clinical
research centre, promoting collaborations with industry and
academic partners, and ensuring excellence in the delivery of
commercial and academic clinical trials. Main responsibilities and
duties: Define, lead, and implement the overall strategy for both
commercial and academic clinical research at VHIR, strengthening
the institutional positioning of the Vall d’Hebron Campus as a
national and international reference centre for clinical research.
Promote the development of strategic partnerships with the
pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, as well as other
stakeholders in the healthcare sector, while fostering
collaboration with academic institutions and public and private
organisations, with the aim of enhancing activity acquisition,
innovation, and the scientific, healthcare, and economic impact of
the institution. Ensure operational excellence, sustainability, and
cross-functional coordination of all activities related to clinical
trials conducted through VHIR, including the direct oversight of
the units responsible for the economic and operational management
of clinical trials (Clinical Trial Budgeting and Feasibility
Assessment; Clinical Trial Operations Management), as well as the
functional coordination of the associated support units (Clinical
Research Support; Academic Research Organisation; Ethics Committee
Support; and Biobank). Education and qualifications: Required:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Sciences or Healthcare




Master’s degree in Management or an MBA. Fluency in Catalan and
Spanish (C2) Professional proficiency in English (C1) Training in
clinical trial monitoring or equivalent professional experience.
Training in the regulatory and quality requirements governing
clinical trials and clinical research, including international
regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and related standards.
Desirable: PhD, MD, or PharmD degree, or equivalent clinical
training Training or qualifications in Healthcare Management.
Experience and knowledge: Required: Proven and substantial
experience in the field of clinical research, particularly in the
end-to-end management of clinical trials, including study design
and execution, as well as the applicable regulatory and quality
frameworks (international regulations, Good Clinical Practice
[GCP], etc.). Demonstrated experience in team leadership and people
management. Experience in biomedical research within the healthcare
sector. Experience in project management and the leadership of
complex, multidisciplinary environments. Ability to provide
strategic leadership. Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Strong business acumen and strategic decision-making capabilities
Communication and institutional relationship management. Desirable:
Strong knowledge of the key stakeholders and sectors involved in
clinical research, the biomedical industry, and the biotechnology
sector will be considered a significant asset. 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 : Permanent
contract 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 .



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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. 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 [email protected] . DPO:
[email protected] . More information can be found here . Data
Protection Authority: APDCAT

📌 Commercial Academic Clinical Research Director (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña