Neurovascular diseases Research Group

VHIR's offers a contract to work as a Research 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 young and 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 within the AC22/0051 to investigate mechanisms related with the occurrence and progression of cerebral amyloid angiopathy.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience, Health Sciences or similar (Biology, Biomedicine, etc.)
• Fluent English
• Course/Certificate in Laboratory Animal Science & Experimentation (Level C or D)
  
  

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• Previous experience in a biomedical research laboratory (other than practicum or curricular internships). Minimum 24 months.
• Previous experience with mouse models.
• Proved experience in animal experimentation.
• Experience in: Immunoassays, western blotting, RT-PCR, cytometry, ELISA, tissue histology, etc.
• Experience in collection and storage of biological samples.
• Computer skills and experience in statistical analysis using GraphPad and SPSS or similar
• Personal skills: well-organized, methodical, proactive and aptitude for teamwork
  
  

Desired:

• Experience in experimental Alzheimer’s mouse models
  
  

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Sample handling and processing
• Animal experimentation.
• ELISA, WB, Protein Arrays, immunofluorescence, functional assays, and other cellular and molecular biology techniques, among others
• Writing reports, statistical analyses and results interpretation.
  
  

Labour conditions:

• Full-time position: 37,5h/week.
• Starting date: by 1st February.
• Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale.
• Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities
  
  

What can we offer?

• Incorporation to Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
• A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.
• Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.
• Individual training opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days.
• Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more)
• Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports... among many others.
• Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.
• 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 recommendations, and support in finding accommodation
  
  

Deadline to apply: 18-01-2026

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.