Neurology specialist in Clinical Research in the Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmuno-Oncology Unit at Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol
The candidate will collaborate in Phase II–III clinical trials in the field of MS, as well as in other research studies derived from the team’s own research lines, through the following functions:
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Conducting specialized clinical assessments of study patients.
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Coordinating the extraction and collection of biological samples.
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Data management (completion of databases), as well as analysis of generated results.
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Participation in the presentation of results at national and international conferences.
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Collaboration in the writing of scientific articles.
In addition, the candidate will be offered the opportunity to develop an original research project, aimed at forming the basis of their doctoral thesis.
Besides strictly research-related duties, the candidate will be required to actively participate in clinical case discussion sessions and accredited training sessions of the Unit.
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Medical degree and specialization in Neurology (MIR).
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Language skills: Catalan, Spanish, and English at an appropriate level.
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Specific knowledge in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and neuroimmunological disorders.
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Personal skills: positive and communicative attitude, with strong adaptability and teamwork skills.
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Previous experience in the clinical management of patients with MS or other neuroimmunological diseases, as well as participation in clinical trials and observational studies.
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Updated Good Clinical Practice certificate (GCP E6-R3) and Neurostatus-EDSS certification.
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Additional (not required but valued) training or knowledge for better performance: knowledge of statistics and database management.
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Type of contract and working hours: full-time researcher contract (1628 h/year) for one year with the possibility of continuation.
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Start date: October 5, 2026
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Gross salary will be 30,000 euros per year.
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Annual gross salaries for the position in this call will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and skills, distributed in 12 payments.
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23 days of vacation and 5 personal days + 2 days for Easter + 2 days for Christmas (pro-rated according to contract).
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Flexible compensation (childcare voucher).
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Training capsules funded by the company.
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Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research center with the HRS4R distinction.
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Location at Campus Can Ruti, a top-level translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a highly stimulating scientific setting. IGTP offers a supportive, friendly, and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help achieve research goals.
https://www.germanstrias.org/ca/
Interested persons must attach to the application:
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Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
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Updated CV.
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Contact of 2-3 references.
Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems, following the process described below:
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Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.
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Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.
Applications that do not meet the requirements, that are not included in the cases foreseen or that are not processed in accordance with the established procedure will not be considered in the selection process.
The call for applications will close on 15th September 2026
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Its main objective is to increase scientific knowledge in order to transform it into solutions to improve the health and medical care of patients and the community.
The Institute is associated with one of the major university hospitals in the Barcelona area, the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital, and is part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a CERCA centre and is also accredited as a centre of excellence by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII) and is in charge of coordinating the management and scientific strategy of the campus, working in close collaboration with the other centres.
The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute carries out research within 9 areas:
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Cancer
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Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases
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Community Health
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Diseases of the Liver and Digestive Tract
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Endocrine and Diseases of the Metabolism, Bones and Kidneys
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Immunology and Inflammation
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Infectious Diseases
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Neuroscience
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Science of Behaviour and Substance Abuse
Scientists working in these areas publish an average of over 900 papers a year, contribute to improved treatment and healthcare protocols, produce patents and set up spin-off companies in order to improve the lives of patients.
The following video is a bird's eye view of Campus Can Ruti a top-tier translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.
The IGTP, in its commitment to equal opportunities, guarantees equal treatment between candidates and persons with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 per 100, as accredited by the Spanish Autonomous Regions or the State Administration, or who have been declared to have a total permanent disability in a different profession through a resolution of the National Institute of Social Security, while retaining functional capacity for the completion of the tasks of the post will be positively considered.
