The VHIR Academia promotes and develops academic activities at VHIR by designing innovative, high-quality training programs that prepare outstanding professionals in biomedical research, clinical research, and healthcare innovation. Within the promotion activities, the VHIR Academia participates in strategic projects such as the GiMM-Care project (https://care.gimm.pt/), funding source for this position.
The unit is also responsible for providing support and guidance to students and faculty on academic matters, as well as coordinating academic affairs and the teaching quality system to ensure the proper delivery of our training programs and compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
We are currently looking for a highly motivated Education Project Officer to join our team.
Coordinate and implement the training strategy of the GIMM-Care project by designing and delivering a portfolio of training programmes in Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, and Biobanking. This includes:
Planning, implementing, and monitoring the different tasks within the project’s training work package.
Identifying and promoting training activities within the framework of the project.
Supervising the design and development of virtual content.
Organising and supporting course logistics (including communication with participants, lecturers, and collaborators; managing course outputs and feedback; and conducting annual reviews of course content).
Managing relationships with internal and external partner organisations involved in training activities.
Ensuring the timely delivery of project deliverables.
Develop and coordinate VHIR Academia training activities and strategic projects across all phases, from design to delivery. This includes contributing to programme design, setting up and managing the virtual platform (when required), handling registrations, managing and monitoring the budget, overseeing logistical and operational aspects, and providing support to students and faculty
Coordinate and support the VHIR PhD Programme by organising meetings, planning trainings, coordinating activities, advising PhD students, delivering welcome sessions, maintaining records, and contributing to programme improvements.
Any other duties related to the job as requested to contribute to the general functioning of the VHIR Academia within the Strategy Area.
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Sciences or Education.
Fluency in English (professional proficiency) and a good command of Spanish and/or Catalan.
Additional or specialised training in education, instructional design, learning management systems (LMS) or similar will be an asset.
Complementary training in project management and/or people development and talent management will be an asset.
PhD in a life sciences-related field.
Proven experience in coordinating training activities, with the ability to autonomously coordinate project partners and oversee task execution in complex projects.
Proven experience in the coordination and management of European collaborative projects, preferably in the field of health research and education.
Ability to speak in public, including presenting at events and facilitating sessions and/or workshops with students.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with ease in interacting with students, senior international scientists, and healthcare professionals.
Willingness to travel, as the position involves participation in a collaborative project with a research institute based in Lisbon.
Demonstrated knowledge of scientist and physician-scientist career pathways, as well as their training needs and opportunities.
Previous experience working as a training manager or organiser in health research institutions and/or hospital environments will be an asset.
Good IT skills, particularly hands-on experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g. Moodle), will be an asset.
Personal skills: strong organisational and planning abilities; a proactive, results-oriented professional with close attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines; and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
Starting date: As soon as possible or Month, Year.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Contract linked to the project
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.
Flexible 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: 26-05-2026
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.
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