The Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is seeking a motivated Research Technician to join the Headache and Neurological Pain Research Group and support preclinical research activities in the field of migraine.
Coordinate and manage students who perform their master or undergraduate thesis in the group.
Provide support to predoctoral students and researchers of the group in the laboratory and in the animal facilities.
Perform immunohistochemistry studies and analyse the data obtained.
Provide support in the animal facilities by injecting drugs and performing surgeries and behaviour tests.
Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences (Biology, Biotechnology, etc).
Certificate to work with animals in the laboratory, or at least to have completed the theorical part of the course.
Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English.
Interest in Migraine and preclinical research.
Availability for on-site work Monday to Friday.
Interest to apply to PhD calls in the group.
Independence in performing immunohistochemistry studies, including processing of rodent brain samples, immunostaining, using fluorescent microscope and analysis of images with ImageJ software.
Knowledge of R to perform basic statistics.
Capacity to work independently with complex tasks.
Good teamwork skills.
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
Starting date: July, 2026.
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities.
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: 28-06-2026
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.
Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected, as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur, except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access, rectify, delete, object to, and limit the processing of data, as well as request data portability where applicable, by contacting [email protected]. DPO: [email protected]. More information: www.vhir.org
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