The Academic Research Organisation (ARO) Platform
provides comprehensive sponsor support for the management of
clinical trials and studies, covering all phases of research—from
Phase I to Phase IV—throughout the entire study lifecycle. VHIR
offers a vacant position within its Academic Research Organisation
for a CRA to develop and manage activities of monitoring in
clinical research projects Main responsibilities and duties:
Conduct initial, follow-up and closing monitoring visits to the
participating sites. Preparation of the visit’s reports.
Implementation of the established procedures (SOPs), and
participation, if any, in the preparation and review of SOP in the
activities involved. Main communicator between the sponsor and the
investigator (if not together in the same person) in each site of
the study. Support management activities of the projects in which
the Unit is involved: insurance and contract management, management
of adverse events, medication management and/or other materials,
making of monitoring and security reports, updating project
monitoring tools, monitoring and supervision of the activities
carried out in the sites that are monitored. Preparation and
maintenance of the trial master files. Support and assistance in
the preparation and organisation of researchers’ meetings.
Detection, communication and support in resolving disagreements and
incidents that may arise during the course of the trial. Support in
the management of authorisations, modifications and notifications
to the Ethics Committees and competent authorities. Collaboration
in administrative functions necessary for the proper monitoring of
the projects. Collaboration in the design of specific materials for
each trial or study. Registration and control of the activities for
each project. Collaboration in the organisation of workshops,
seminars and/or courses established by the Unit. Education and
qualifications: Required: Degree or equivalent in Health Sciences
Training in monitoring clinical trials. Good command of Catalan,
Spanish and English Desirable: Additional training in Good Clinical




Practice Experience and knowledge: Required: Internships from any
Master’s program in Monitoring and/or Coordination completed.
Independence and flexibility Communication skills and teamwork
Availability to travel within the country Desirable: At least 1
year of experience working as a Clinical Research Associated 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 : Open-ended contract linked to
scientific-technical services 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: 26-06-2026 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. 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

📌 Clinical Research Associate (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña