The VHIR Academia promotes and develops academic
activities at VHIR by designing innovative, high-quality training
programs that prepare outstanding professionals in biomedical
research, clinical research, and healthcare innovation. Within the
promotion activities, the VHIR Academia participates in strategic
projects such as the GiMM-Care project ( https://care.gimm.pt/ ),
funding source for this position. The unit is also responsible for
providing support and guidance to students and faculty on academic
matters, as well as coordinating academic affairs and the teaching
quality system to ensure the proper delivery of our training
programs and compliance with regulatory and quality standards. We
are currently looking for a highly motivated Education Project
Officer to join our team. Main responsibilities and duties:
Coordinate and implement the training strategy of the GIMM-Care
project by designing and delivering a portfolio of training
programmes in Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, and Biobanking.
This includes: Planning, implementing, and monitoring the different
tasks within the project’s training work package. Identifying and
promoting training activities within the framework of the project.
Supervising the design and development of virtual content.
Organising and supporting course logistics (including communication
with participants, lecturers, and collaborators; managing course
outputs and feedback; and conducting annual reviews of course
content). Managing relationships with internal and external partner
organisations involved in training activities. Ensuring the timely
delivery of project deliverables. Develop and coordinate VHIR
Academia training activities and strategic projects across all
phases, from design to delivery. This includes contributing to
programme design, setting up and managing the virtual platform
(when required), handling registrations, managing and monitoring
the budget, overseeing logistical and operational aspects, and
providing support to students and faculty Coordinate and support
the VHIR PhD Programme by organising meetings, planning trainings,
coordinating activities, advising PhD students, delivering welcome
sessions, maintaining records, and contributing to programme
improvements. Any other duties related to the job as requested to
contribute to the general functioning of the VHIR Academia within
the Strategy Area. Education and qualifications: Required:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Sciences or Education.
Fluency in English (professional proficiency) and a good command of
Spanish and/or Catalan. Desirable: Additional or specialised
training in education, instructional design, learning management
systems (LMS)



or similar will be an asset. Complementary training
in project management and/or people development and talent
management will be an asset. PhD in a life sciences-related field.
Experience and knowledge: Required: Proven experience in
coordinating training activities, with the ability to autonomously
coordinate project partners and oversee task execution in complex
projects. Proven experience in the coordination and management of
European collaborative projects, preferably in the field of health
research and education. Ability to speak in public, including
presenting at events and facilitating sessions and/or workshops
with students. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with
ease in interacting with students, senior international scientists,
and healthcare professionals. Willingness to travel, as the
position involves participation in a collaborative project with a
research institute based in Lisbon. Desirable: Demonstrated
knowledge of scientist and physician-scientist career pathways, as
well as their training needs and opportunities. Previous experience
working as a training manager or organiser in health research
institutions and/or hospital environments will be an asset. Good IT
skills, particularly hands-on experience with Learning Management
Systems (e.g. Moodle), will be an asset. Personal skills: strong
organisational and planning abilities; a proactive,
results-oriented professional with close attention to detail and
the ability to work under tight deadlines; and a team player with
excellent interpersonal skills. Labour conditions: Working hours :
Full-time (37,5 hours per week). Starting date : As soon as
possible or Month, Year. Gross annual salary : Remuneration will be
determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned
with the Collective Agreement pay scale. Contract type : Contract
linked to the project 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: 26-05-2026 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 can be found here . Data Protection Authority:
APDCAT

📌 Education Project Officer (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña