VHIR is seeking a Research Assistant in Clinical and
Biomedical Sciences to join a dynamic and collaborative research
environment. The selected candidate will contribute to the research
project “GENETIC SUSCEPTIBILITY TO PREDICT WEIGHT LOSS AFTER
BARIATRIC SURGERY (GENBASU STUDY)” (PMP22/00073; I.P.: Albert
Lecube). Responsibilities will include patient recruitment,
management of collected samples, and data management. Additionally,
the Research Assistant will also participate in other competitively
funded projects and support the Research Group’s ongoing work, with
a particular focus on obesity and diabetes research. Education and
qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Science
Specific/Additional training in: (i) Good Clinical Practice (GCP);
(ii) Clinical trial methodology; (iii) Scientific writing; (iv)
Statistical analysis and data interpretation; (v) Advanced use of
Microsoft Office and digital tools; (vi) Teamwork, creativity,
empathy, and communication skills Fluency in Spanish and English
Desired: Specific/Additional training in: (i) Project management




and coordination in research environments; (ii) Knowledge of
biomedical databases and reference managers (e.g., PubMed, EndNote,
Mendeley); (iii) Basic understanding of regulatory affairs and
ethics in biomedical research; (iv) Experience with data
visualisation and presentation tools; (v) Advanced English
proficiency (written and spoken); (vi) 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. Ability
to work independently as well as collaboratively within a
multidisciplinary team. Desired: Knowledge of clinic

📌 Research Assistant (Cataluña)
🏢 VHIR
📍 Cataluña