We are seeking a Clinical Researcher to join the Neurodegenerative Diseases Research Group at the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR). This group is dedicated to advancing clinical and translational research in neurodegenerative disorders, with a particular focus on Parkinson’s disease and related movement disorders. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and multidisciplinary team, contributing to both clinical trials and observational studies—such as the VHIP cohort—while supporting patient-focused research aimed at improving diagnosis, risk stratification, and quality of life through innovative clinical and laboratory approaches.
Give support to the clinical and basic research teams in active Research Projects, mainly VHIP cohort: https://vhir.vallhebron.com/ca/recerca/projecte-vall-dhebron-iniciativa-al-parkinson-vhip
Participate as sub-investigator in Movement Disorders clinical trials.
Biosamples collection and management.
Stratification of Risk of PD in carriers of mutations linked to PD.
Perform laboratory assays such as ELISA, HLPC, etc.
Assist the research team in the tasks necessary for the development of studies.
Manage trials patients’ agendas (treatment, medical procedure, in patient hospitalisation).
Write projects in collaboration with the physician and technician teams that might help the improvement of the quality of life of patients with Neurodegenerative Diseases.
Holds a degree in Medicine
Completion of specialist training (MIR)
Additional or specialised training in Neurology (Residency in Neurology completed by the Spanish Minister of Health program, desireable)
Fluency in Spanish and English (professional proficiency)
Additional or specialised training in Movement Disorders
Computer user level (Office package, SAP, etc).
Experience:
Relevant clinical experience as a medically qualified professional.
Experience in participation in research lines and/or projects.
At least 4 years’ experience working in Neurology
Knowledge of SAP management program.
Capacity to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Ability to work with new information and communication technologies (e.g APPs, wearable devices, remote monitoring).
Note: Applicants may be required to provide evidence of their experience and achievements related to the requirements of the position during the application process through the ATS.
Knowledge of statistical packages such as SPSS, Stata, R and other databases
Demonstrated previous experience on clinical assessment on Movement Disorders (Parkinson´s Disease, Atypical Parkinsonism, Dystonia, Huntington´s Disease) are highly appreciated (certification on scale such a UPDRS, PDQ-39 are highly appreciated)
Experience in clinical trials
Papers, articles, abstract submissions to national or international congresses or impact factor journals will be highly evaluated.
Labour conditions:
Working hours Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
Starting date As soon as possible.
Gross annual salary €35,000.00.
Contract type Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activitie s
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: 30-06-2026
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 organisation, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.
Information on Personal Data Protection:
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We are a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, the hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS). The members of our Board of Trustees are the Catalan Ministry of Health, the Catalan Ministry of Economy and Knowledge (we are a CERCA center), Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Bank of blood and tissues, the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), of which we are an accredited research institute, and the Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), which together with VHIR is part of Accredited Institute of Campus Vall d’Hebron Institute by the Institute of Health Carlos III (ISCIII).
Since its creation in 1994, VHIR works to find solutions to the health problems of society, and contribute to spread them around the world. In more than 20 years we have achieved leadership in biomedical research at hospitals in our country, and we want to be recognised in 2020 as an excellent and competitive European Institute leader in clinical and traslational research linked to a university hospital.
In our institute are working more than 1,300 people, of which over 1,200 doing research and others, around 100, help to do it or transfer it to the society once made, whether in the form of projects, technology transfer and innovation, communication or fundraising, among others.
The best of our institution and its research staff is doing research to solve people’s health problems. Our task is not only basic or translational, we are leaders in clinical research. We have the beds of the hospital separated in less than 50 meters of laboratories and our patients will benefit from our research. In this we believe, and our efforts are focused on it. This is understood by industry leaders who are committed to our hospital, making it a world reference for its first clinical trials.
