The Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public sector institution that promotes and develops the research, innovation, and biosanitary teaching of the Vall d'Hebron University Hospital. Through the excellence of our research, we identify and apply new solutions to the health problems of society and we contribute to spreading them around the world.In April 2015, VHIR obtained the recognition of the European Commission HR Excellence. This recognition proves that VHIR endorses the general principles of the European Charter for Researchers and a Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter & Code). 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.Core Facilities Project Manager - Strategy AreaVHIR is seeking a Junior Project Manager specializing in clinical and preclinical Units to join its Strategy Area. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the management and coordination of VHIR's Core Facilities, including:BiobankAcademic Research OrganisationSupport Unit for Clinical ResearchHigh Technology UnitExperimental Surgery UnitLab Animal ServicePreclinical Imaging PlatformStatistics and Bioinformatics UnitFurthermore, this role will involve supporting activities as part of the Horizon Europe Widera project, iMM-CARE: BOOSTING CLINICAL RESEARCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF SOCIETY. VHIR has created a strategic alliance with the Instituto de Medicina Molecular (IMM) João Lobo Antunes, and the selected candidate will monitor and provide guidance on enhancing IMM's biobank towards achieving the best outcomes, through improving processes as well as amplifying sample collections and creating new collections.The candidate will also collaborate with the Teaching Unit/Clinical Research Area to facilitate and promote high-quality, innovative training programs that align with the institute's strategic goals.Job DescriptionEducation and Qualifications:Required: University Degree, Life or Health Sciences preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills.Desired: Self-motivated, proactive, well-organised, and results-oriented person. Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines and strong problem-solving skills. Excellent teamwork and relational skills.Experience and Knowledge:Required: Up to 2 years of experience in project management or a similar role; experience in international projects such as EC H2020, ERC, MSCA, US NIH would be a plus but not necessary. Understanding of Biobank Best Practices (ISBER, OECD, etc.).#J-18808-Ljbffr