Company Description. Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public-sector institution that promotes biomedical research, innovation, and education in close association with Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, the largest hospital in Barcelona and within the Catalan Health Institute (ICS). VHIR is part of the CERCA network and is governed by a board that includes the Catalan Department of Health, the Department of Economy and Knowledge, Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, the Blood and Tissue Bank, the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), and the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO). Since 1994, VHIR has been working to develop solutions to society’s health challenges and translate research findings into clinical practice worldwide, establishing itself as a leader in hospital-based biomedical research in Spain. More than 1,300 professionals work at the institute, including researchers and specialized support staff dedicated to project management, technology transfer, innovation, communication, and fundraising. The close proximity between hospital wards and research laboratories, located less than 50 meters apart, fosters a strong focus on clinical and translational research, making the Vall d’Hebron campus an internationally recognized leader in clinical trials.



Position Description. As an R1 Predoctoral Researcher within the Cardiovascular Diseases Research Group, you will join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to translational research in cardiovascular diseases. Your daily activities will include contributing to the design and execution of research projects, collecting and analyzing cardiovascular data, and participating in the preparation of scientific manuscripts and conference presentations. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Barcelona, offering excellent opportunities for scientific training, career development, and integration within the dynamic research environment of the Vall d’Hebron campus. Requirements.
· Degree in Biomedicine, Biology, or another Health Sciences discipline, with a strong interest in translational cardiovascular research.
· Mean qualification in the bachelor’s higher higher than 8.
· Knowledge and aptitude in the field of cardiovascular diseases and cardiology, including an understanding of cardiac pathophysiology and the basic management of heart disease.
· Strong motivation to pursue a research career within a translational research environment.

📌 Predoctoral Researcher (Barcelona)
🏢 Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) - Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca
📍 Barcelona