The Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a
public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical
research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University
Hospital . The Biomedical Data Intelligence Unit (BIDU) is a
transversal core facility within the Digital Transformation Area ,
providing expertise in biostatistics, bioinformatics, data science
and artificial intelligence applied to biomedical research. BIDU
supports research groups across the Vall d’Hebron Campus, ensuring
methodological rigor, reproducibility, data governance and quality
compliance. The Bioinformatics Technician will provide technical
bioinformatics analysis and support to biomedical research
projects, working closely with research groups and other BIDU
profiles. The role is technical and service-oriented, focused on
the execution of bioinformatics analyses, data management tasks and
pipeline-based workflows, following established methodologies and
procedures, while contributing to a collaborative and
innovation-driven research environment. Main responsibilities and
duties:
Participate in initial meetings with researchers to
understand bioinformatics analysis requests and study requirements.
Execute bioinformatics analyses following established methodologies
and pipelines. Perform data management tasks, including data
preparation, transformation, validation and documentation. Prepare
technical reports and analysis documentation. Support researchers
in the interpretation and communication of bioinformatics results.
Participate in internal cross-reviews and quality checks of
analyses within BIDU. Attend and respond to bioinformatics
consultations addressed to the unit. Participate in training and
knowledge-sharing activities according to the BIDU Training Plan.
Ensure compliance with quality systems, data governance principles
and institutional procedures. Education and qualifications:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences / Bioengineering /
Bioinformatics / Biology or
📌 Bioinformatics Technician (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña