Research Technician at Vall d’Hebron Research Institute | Apply Now
A rare chance has emerged for candidates with a background in genetics and bioinformatics to apply for the VHIR Research Technician position. This role focuses on NGS data analysis and interpretation within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to pediatric patients with immune and hematologic disorders.
- Position: Research Technician (Infection and Immunity in the Paediatric Patient)
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Gross annual salary: 28,187.54€
About VHIR
The Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) is a public sector institution located in Barcelona, Spain, that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation, and teaching at the Vall d’Hebron University Hospital. It is recognized as the largest hospital in Barcelona and plays a significant role within the Catalan Institute of Health.
VHIR Research Technician Job Description
The VHIR Research Technician will be responsible for performing NGS analysis from Fastq to VCF files on gene panels, WES, and WGS. The role includes managing internal databases, data interpretation, and conducting advanced genetic analysis from raw data, contributing to significant research in pediatric immunology.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in Biosciences (Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Human Biology, Genetics, etc.)
- Master’s Degree related to Bioinformatics, Genetics, Omics, or similar
- Fluency in Catalan, Spanish, and English
Required Skills
- Experience working with management and analysis of NGS data (bash, R, MySQL, etc)
- Knowledge of interpretation of NGS data
- Knowledge in biostatistics
- Previous experience in the field of genetic studies in a clinical setting (desirable)
VHIR Research Technician – Key Responsibilities
- Perform NGS analysis from Fastq to VCF file on gene panels, WES, short and long read WGS
- Manage internal databases (raw data and metadata)
- Perform data interpretation following standardized criteria
- Perform advanced genetic analysis from raw data (CNV variant calling, somatic variant calling, etc)
The VHIR Research Technician opportunity presents a compelling role for qualified candidates to contribute to significant research in pediatric health. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
Application Deadline: 21 September 2026
