Reference:

476_26_MNG_HR_HRO

Job title:

Human Resources Officer - Payroll & Personnel Administration

Closing date:

Friday, 06 November, 2026

About BSC The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, was a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe), and is now hosting entity for EuroHPC JU, the Joint Undertaking that leads large-scale investments and HPC provision in Europe. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D; into both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries.

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We are particularly interested for this role in the strengths and lived experiences of women and underrepresented groups to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights in science and IT research. In instances of equal merit, the incorporation of the under-represented sex will be favoured.

We promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, fostering an environment where each and every one of us is appreciated for who we are, regardless of our differences.

If you consider that you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to continue applying for the job offer. We value diversity of experiences and skills, and you could bring unique perspectives to our team.

Context And Mission The Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) is looking for a Human Resources Officer, specialising in Payroll and Personnel Administration, to provide high-quality support to several departments.

Reporting to the Labour Relations Coordinator, and under the supervision of the Senior HR Officer (Payroll Coordinator), this person will be responsible for the comprehensive HR management of assigned areas, ensuring the proper implementation of HR procedures and supporting researchers and staff throughout their employment lifecycle.

If you are experienced in HR operations, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and have strong communication and organisational skills, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our mission of scientific excellence.

Key Duties

Full HR Management of Scientific Departments under the advice of the HR Senior Officer:

Manage incorporations and contracts for the staff and fellows

Payroll coordination and updates for the assigned departments





End of relation/Offboarding processes

Act as HR contact person for researchers and managers, providing guidance and resolving day-to-day HR queries

General support to HR & Labour Relations Coordinator (From filling to answering questions for the staff)

Management of the Flexible compensation scheme and Perks in coordination with other team members

HR data management (data intro in the ERP and different reporting systems)

Reporting support

Ensure alignment with labor regulations and institutional policies

This does not fully define the role but covers the main aspects and drivers for success.

Requirements

Education

University Degree or equivalent

Or Higher Vocational Training (FPII/CFGS), and equivalent experience

Other training, specialised in Personnel Administration, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, or similar, will be a plus, but is not required

Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience

Ideally 3 years of experience in an HR Department, or Labour Agency, acting as a key person for administrative payroll and HR queries

Solid knowledge of payroll processes and HR administrative cycles

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Experience with high-volume payroll cycles

Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience

Master in Human Resources will be valued

Experience with ERP systems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Spanish, Catalan and English).

Previous experience in research centers, academic institutions, or similar environments is highly valued

Competences

Strong planning and time management abilities

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment

High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently while following established protocols

Commitment to service, confidentiality, and continuous improvement

Team and service-oriented mindset and willingness to support peers

Conditions

The position will be located at BSC within the Management Department

We offer a full-time contract (35h/week)

a good working environment

a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure

adaptable working hours

extensive training plan

restaurant tickets

private health insurance





support to the relocation procedures

Duration: Temporary (6 months)

Holidays: 22 days of holidays + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement

Salary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in Barcelona

Starting date: asap

Development of the recruitment process

Curriculum Analysis: Evaluation of previous experience and/or scientific history, degree, training, and other professional information relevant to the position. - 40 points

Interview phase: The highest-rated candidates at the curriculum level will be invited to the interview phase, conducted by the corresponding department and Human Resources. In this phase, technical competencies, knowledge, skills, and professional experience related to the position, as well as the required personal competencies, will be evaluated. - 60 points. A minimum of 30 points out of 60 must be obtained to be eligible for the position.

The recruitment panel will be composed of at least three people, ensuring at least 25% representation of women.

In accordance with OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for each vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will begin the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. At a minimum, a personality questionnaire as well as a technical exercise will be conducted during the process.

The panel will make a final decision, and all individuals who participated in the interview phase will receive feedback with details on the acceptance or rejection of their profile.

Deadline The vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired. Applications will be regularly reviewed and potential candidates will be contacted.

OTM-R principles for selection processes BSC-CNS is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment principles (OTM-R). This is applied for any potential candidate in all our processes, for example by creating gender-balanced recruitment panels and recognizing career breaks etc.

BSC-CNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.

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📌 Human Resources Officer - Payroll & Personnel Administration (Barcelona)
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