Ethics Committees Administrative (USCE)

VHIR offers an administrative position within the Ethics Committees Support Unit (USCE).

Education and qualifications:
Required:

Certificate of Higher Education (CFGS/FPII), preferably within the administration area

Good written and oral communication skills in Catalan, Spanish and English

Desired:

Specific training in the administrative management of clinical trials (CTA)

Knowledge of legislation regarding the protection of animals used in experimentation and other scientific purposes, including teaching

Experience and knowledge:
Required:

Good command of MS Office and other computer tools

Personal skills: well-organised, able to work responsibly and under tight deadlines. Team player with excellent interpersonal skills

Desired:

Specific training and/or experience in CTIS

Authorisation process of preclinical research projects with animal models

Main responsibilities and duties:

Receive and review all documentation related to requests for ethical evaluation of clinical trials, clinical research or preclinical research projects.

Register (in hard copy and electronically) the specific documentation resulting from the activity of the unit and keep the corresponding records up to date.

Ensure the appropriate implementation of the established administrative procedures, both for the management of data entry and for its distribution and recording.

Return the assessments resulting from the evaluation by the Drug Research Ethics Committee (CEIm) and Animal Experimentation Ethics Committee (CEEA) to the agents involved in the research projects.

Provide advice to investigators, sponsors and contract research organisations (CROs) on administrative procedures (requirements, procedures, documentation) to be followed when submitting evaluation applications to the CEIm and CEEA.

Handle all outgoing or incoming correspondence.

Telephone support to sponsors, CROs and investigators.

Ensure that the activities are carried out in accordance with the requirements established in the procedures of the quality system of the unit, promoting and implementing continuous improvement in its field of action.

Labour conditions:

Part-time position: 18,75h/week

Starting date: immediate

Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale

Contract: Temporary (leave replacement)

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.

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 recommendations, and support in finding accommodation

Deadline to apply: 05-02-2026

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 organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.