VHIR is looking for a Clinical Researcher to join the Rheumatology Research Group
Main responsibilities and duties:
* Organising clinical trials and projects.
* Writing clinical protocols.
* Dataset management.
* Data integration and analysis.
* Dissemination and communication tasks
Education and qualifications:Required:
* Medical doctor
* Medical specialist accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Health
* PhD in Medicine
* Fluency in English, official accreditation C1 or higher
Desirable:
* ‘Profesor contratado doctor’ (Assistant professor) level accredited by the Spanish National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation
* Clinical and research experience in other international institutions (>1 year)
Experience and knowledge:Required:
* Previous participation in national and international research projects.
* Expertise in dataset management and data analysis.
* Specific focus on immune mediated inflammatory diseases (IMID) research with particular interest in connective tissue diseases and vasculitis documented by publications.
* Expertise in oral communications in congresses.
Desirable:
* Previous participation in international research projects as a collaborator.
* Previous role as the principal investigator in research projects.
* Experience with translational science.
* Experience in teaching, learning and communication.
* Participation in EULAR or ACR projects
* Member of EMEUNET
Labour conditions:
* Working hours: Part-time (30 hours per week).
* Starting date: As soon as possible
* Gross annual salary: €30,000
* Contract type:Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities
What can we offer?
* 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: 21-05-2026
How We Hire:
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. DPO:. More information: www.vhir.org
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