Our group is looking to hire a Research Technician to join our lab right away contributing to one of our lines of research on the study of multiple sclerosis pathogenesis and the search for new therapeutic approaches. Education and qualifications: Required: Vocational training degree (Spain's Ciclo Formativo de Grado Superior also candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Health and Life Sciences will be considered a plus) Fluency in Catalan and Spanish Desired: Certification in research animal handling (B and C Categories) is required Fluency in English (business level) Experience and knowledge: Required: Organized and methodical person with high motivation and initiative Desired: Experience in basic research lab techniques Main responsibilities and duties: Participate in all steps of the experiments within the above-mentioned line of research Process human samples Work with laboratory animals Be in charge of purchasing needed materials Labour conditions: Full-time position: 40h/week Starting date: Immediate Gross annual salary: 18.753€/year (Salary is consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale) Duration: Approximately 15 months 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. Deadline to apply: 06-11-2024 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.