VHIR offers a vacant position to work as a Laboratory Technician within the Neurovascular Research Group. Our lab focuses on stroke research and dementia from both basic and translational perspectives. The group is composed of a highly motivated team of researchers, including neurologists, biologists, technicians, statisticians, psychologists, and nurses. This position will give support to several experimental studies related to stroke disease.
General laboratory maintenance: cleaning of biosafety cabinets and freezers, cleaning of laboratory instruments, replenishment of pipette tips, and restocking of clean materials.
Preparation, management, collection, storage, and maintenance of biological human samples, including data collection and management using Excel databases. Preparation of sample dilutions and basic laboratory reagents.
Quantification of plasma proteins using the BCA method.
Cell culture: basic techniques for maintenance and cell handling.
Immunological techniques based on antigen–antibody reactions (Western Blot, ELISA).
Evaluation of result consistency and application of corrective measures.
Experience in general laboratory maintenance and biological sample management, including handling, storage, and Excel-based data recording.
Experience in basic laboratory preparation work, including reagent preparation and sample dilutions.
Practical experience in cell culture techniques (cell lines).
Knowledge of immunological techniques (Western Blot and ELISA).
Ability to ensure data quality, evaluate results, and apply corrective measures.
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
Starting date: Mid-june.
Gross annual salary: €19.053,78-20.000 (Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.)
Contract type: Temporary contract
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: 05-06-2026
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
Data Protection Authority: APDCAT
