VHIR is seeking a Research Assistant in Clinical and
Biomedical Sciences to collaborate in the development of the
research project “WHY AM I A BAD WEIGHT LOSS RESPONDER? LOOKING FOR
NEW CLINICAL PHENOTYPES IN OBESITY” (PI24/00852; I.P.: Albert
Lecube). This project includes the participation in patient
recruitment, management of collected samples, and data management.
Additionally, the selected candidate will collaborate in other
competitively funded projects and in the Research Group’s lines of
work, particularly those focused on obesity and diabetes Main
responsibilities and duties: Coordinate and manage activities
related to research projects on obesity, diabetes, and associated
comorbidities Give support in the preparation of research
protocols, ethics submissions, and project documentation
Collaborate with the research team in data collection, database
management, and quality control Prepare and contribute to
scientific manuscripts, presentations, and grant Applications
Analyse clinical and research data, including statistical
interpretation Education and qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s
Degree in Sciences Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and
Clinical trial methodology Fluency in Spanish and English
Desirable: Additional training in Project management and
coordination in research environments; Knowledge of biomedical
databases and reference managers (e.g., PubMed, EndNote, Mendeley);
Basic understanding of regulatory affairs and ethics in biomedical
research; (iv) Experience with data visualisation and presentation
tools; Problem-solving and adaptability in multidisciplinary teams
Fluency in Catalan. Experience and knowledge: Required: Experience
working in biomedical or clinical research projects Knowledge of
obesity and/or metabolic diseases (e.g., diabetes, metabolic
syndrome, associated comorbidities) Ability to conduct data
collection, management, and basic statistical analysis Ability to
contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and reports
Experience in scientific writing Skills in statistical analysis and
data interpretation Advanced use of Microsoft Office and digital
tools like Python and SPSS Teamwork, creativity, empathy, and




communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as
collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Desirable:
Knowledge of clinical trial procedures and regulatory aspects
Knowledge of advanced statistical methods and/or bioinformatics
tools Ability to perform literature searches and critically
appraise scientific evidence Ability to support the development of
new research proposals and grant Applications Strong motivation to
contribute actively and grow within ongoing and future research
projects Labour conditions: Working hours : Full-time (37,5 hours
per week). Starting date : As soon as possible. Gross annual salary
: €28,568.00 – 31,000.16 Remuneration will be determined by
experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the
Collective Agreement pay scale. Contract type :Technical and
scientific activities contract linked to project activities 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 . Versátil
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: 01-07-2026 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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📌 Research Assistant (Diabetes and Metabolism ResearchGroup) (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña