The Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is
offering a position for a Shared Equipment Technician within the
Laboratory Coordination Unit . This unit ensures the proper
functioning of laboratories and shared areas across VHIR. Its
mission is to support research staff while managing and supervising
all common-use spaces, including cell culture rooms, shared
equipment rooms, freezer rooms, and centrifuge rooms, among others.
The unit also provides laboratory material sterilization services
and coordinates technical support for equipment-related incidents.
Main responsibilities and duties: Ensure the proper functioning of
common rooms: common equipment rooms, culture rooms,
cryopreservation rooms, etc. Common equipment rooms: Detect
incidents (notification and follow-up). Supervise the established
order. Perform preventive maintenance on shared equipment. Culture
rooms: Supervise equipment and manage incidents. Allocate common
spaces to research groups. Attend follow-up meetings. Carry out
tasks assigned during preventive shutdowns. Centrifuge rooms:
Supervise the condition of rotors and centrifuges. Supervise the
condition of consumable materials (adapters). Ensure proper use of
the equipment and manage password assignments for the
ultracentrifuge. Cryopreservation room: Assign new liquid nitrogen
storage positions. Supervise the established order. Cold room:
Supervise order and internal organization. Freezer rooms: Daily
monitoring of the temperature control system. Update contact
persons in case of incident. Supervise the established order.
Support researchers regarding the use of shared equipment,
accessories, manuals, and other related materials. Evaluate offers
and quotes for the purchase of shared equipment. Receive and
commission new shared equipment. Support the organization of
training sessions for new equipment and internal training at VHIR.
Waste management: Act as contact person with the waste management
company, advising on the waste declassification system, label
management, etc. Organize and advise on the use of safety cabinets
for chemical products. Update and draft SOPs (Standard Operating
Procedures) and copies of manuals. Place orders for materials with
various suppliers.



Support the invoice approval process.
Collaborate in guided tours and welcome sessions. Support
relocations. On-call duty (remote assistance for incidents outside
working hours across all areas), once initial training is completed
and competencies are consolidated (approximately 1 year). Ensure
compliance with current regulations and legislation in
laboratories. Ensure that activities are carried out in accordance
with the internal requirements established by the Unit's quality
system. Promote and implement continuous improvement within their
area of responsibility. Support all other tasks within their area
of responsibility as assigned by their superior. Education and
qualifications: Required: Advanced vocational training in
laboratory science (CFGS/FPII) or a degree in a related scientific
discipline. Fluency in Catalan, Spanish, and English (B1/B2 level).
Desirable: Additional or complementary qualifications. Experience
and knowledge: Required: At least 2 years of experience working in
a laboratory environment. Basic knowledge of cell culture.
Knowledge of the healthcare and biomedical research environment.
Desirable: Basic knowledge of biosafety. Knowledge of occupational
risk prevention in the laboratory. Previous experience managing
shared equipment environments. Strong communication skills,
empathy, teamwork, flexibility, and proactivity. Labour conditions:
Working hours : Full-time position (37,5 hours / week). Starting
date : June 2026. 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 . Flexible
working hours . 23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days .
Versátil 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: 13-04-2026 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.

📌 Shared Equipment Technician (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña