Laboratory Technician

VHIR is offering a position for a Laboratory Technician to join the Clinical Research Support Unit (USIC). The role will primarily involve technical laboratory activities related to the processing, storage and shipment of human biological samples, together with administrative and logistical support as required by the needs of the service.

USIC provides support for the development of clinical research across the Vall d’Hebron Campus, including clinical trials and other research projects. The Unit provides users with medical consultation rooms, nursing support and a laboratory for the processing of biological samples.

• Manage the processing, storage and shipment of human biological samples in accordance with established procedures, protocols and applicable regulations.
• Register, update and maintain sample-related data in the USIC database and in sponsor registries, where applicable.
• Follow laboratory manuals, procedures and protocol-specific requirements related to clinical research and clinical trials, ensuring compliance with GCP, IATA standards and relevant SOPs.
• Carry out the routine maintenance, monitoring and verification of laboratory equipment, including freezers and centrifuges.
• Support compliance with the Unit’s quality management system and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other tasks related to the area, as assigned by the manager, in accordance with established procedures.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the USIC team when required, including patient scheduling and reception, database management, sample transportation, materials management and meeting-room organisation.

• Higher Vocational Education qualification (FPII/CFGS).
• Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English, with professional proficiency in all three languages.

• Knowledge of the applicable legislation and regulatory requirements governing clinical trials and clinical research.
• A well-organised and methodical approach, with a high level of motivation and initiative.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience in a hospital environment, particularly in contact with healthcare professionals and research staff.

• Experience in the healthcare sector.
• Good command of MS Office and other relevant computer applications.

• At least one year of previous experience working as a laboratory technician processing biological samples, or experience working in a biobank.

• Working hours:
  
  Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
• Starting date:
  October 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…