Clinical Researcher (Maternal-Foetal Medicine Unit)

Assisted reproduction and gynaecological endocrinology Unit – Vall d'Hebron Hospital

The Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine Department is a world leader in terms of the quality of its care, teaching and research. For women who wish to become mothers and need technical assistance, we have a state-of-the-art assisted reproduction laboratory. In addition, we care for pregnant women, considering the mother's health and that of the future baby first and foremost, and always respecting the mother's wishes. In the Assisted Reproduction and Endocrinology Unit we are developing a clinical trial to develop a medical device that aims to improve the success of embryo transfers, and we are looking for a doctor specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with experience in the area of Assisted Reproduction to support the group of researchers involved in this study.

We are seeking a Clinical Researcher to join the Maternal-Foetal Medicine Unit

Main responsibilities and duties:

Support Principal Investigator at different stages of the clinical trials to ensure that the clinical trials follow good clinical practice.

Provide the Principal Investigator with all data required for writing the technical documentation related to the clinical trials.

Data collection, anonymisation and pre-processing for the clinical trials in coordination with the IT-VHIR Project Manager.

Support Principal Investigator in writing all technical and scientific documentation derived from the clinical trials

Identify patients eligible for inclusion in the clinical trials

Use the investigational medical device with the patients included in the clinical trials

Follow-up visits of the patients that are included in the clinical trials

Proper use, maintenance and updating of the clinical trial electronic notebook and for the proper recording of source data in the investigator's folder

Coordinate with the VHIR Project Manager for the management of purchases of consumables, analytical tests, etc.

Coordinate with the VHIR Project Manager and Principal Investigator the scientific and financial justification of the project.

Education and qualifications:

Required:

Holds a degree in Medicine

Completion of specialist training (MIR)

Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Experience in the area of Assisted Reproduction and clinical research

Fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English

Specific training in the subspecialty of Assisted Reproduction

Training in basic statistics

Desirable:

Publications and previous work in this area

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

Experience:

Relevant clinical experience as a medically qualified professional.

Experience in participation in research lines and/or projects.

Experience in data management, updating of databases, electronic CRFs or medical records

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, quality and safety regulations

Management of patient treatment in assisted reproduction

Skilled in surgical techniques derived from assisted reproduction treatment (follicular punctures, embryo transfers and inseminations)

Technical and communication skills

Ability to work in a team and to adapt, results-oriented and proactive

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.

Labour conditions:

Working hours: Part-time (8 hours per week).

Starting date: As soon as possible

Gross annual salary: €8,050.77

Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities

What can we offer?

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: 03-07-2026

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 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:

Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected, as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur, except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access, rectify, delete, object to, and limit the processing of data, as well as request data portability where applicable, by contacting lopd@vhir.org. DPO: dpd@ticsalutsocial.cat. More information can be found here.

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