2026_132_PSYCHOLOGIST

IGTP Retreat

Badalona

On-site

EUR 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Full time

October 2026 start

Remuneration fixed by experience

Childminding vouchers

23 days holiday

5 personal days

Training capsules

HRS4R in research centre

Can Ruti Campus location

CSUR in Neurofibromatosis

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol / IGTP is seeking a psychologist to join its Neurofibromatosis and Schwannomatosis program. You will conduct cognitive assessments, provide psychological support, and participate in research to improve quality of life for NF1/Schwannomatosis patients.

Requirements include a psychology degree, health/clinical psychology qualification, and experience in neuropsychological assessment; English proficiency is essential within a multidisciplinary clinical team.

Qualifications

Must hold a degree in Psychology and be qualified to practice as a Health or Clinical Psychologist.
Experience with neuropsychological assessment is required.
Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for NF1/Schwannomatosis patients.
Provide psychological and psychosocial care to adolescents and adults.
Participate in cognitive and research projects and manage data.
Support integration of psychological assessment into routine clinical care.

Skills

English proficiency

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor deg in Psychology

Master’s in Health Psychology or Clinical Psychology

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Clinical Genomics group is a multidisciplinary team performing clinical genomic tests to determine the genetic cause of different hereditary diseases as members of the Genetic Department at Hospital Germans Trias & Pujol. The Genetic Department has several important responsibilities, including diagnosing and monitoring patients with hereditary diseases, providing genetic counseling to patients and their families, and conducting genetic tests.
Furthermore, the group is a member of the Spanish Reference Center (CSUR) for adult patients with Phakomatoses (Neurofibromatoses, Schwannomatosis, Tuberous Sclerosis, and Von-Hippel Lindau diseases), which is a part of the European Network of Reference Centers (ERN) GENTURIS. Currently we are also the coordinators of international Variant Curation Expert Panel (VCEP) for Neurofibromatoses and Schwannomatosis by ClinGen (NIH) to stablish the variant classification ACMG rules for the genes causing these diseases. The group is also working on developing personalized medicine for this group of patients and developing new clinical guidelines that also take into account patients' emotional and social needs. They are also discovering new prognostic biomarkers, understanding the role of genomic alterations in the development of disease-associated lesions, and implementing various gene therapy strategies to cure these diseasesWe are seeking seeking a highly motivated psychologist to join its multidisciplinary team and contribute to clinical care, research, and innovation initiatives focused on individuals with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) and Schwannomatosis.
The successful candidate will be involved in the psychological and neuropsychological assessment, follow-up, and support of adolescent and adult patients, while actively participating in research projects aimed at improving cognitive outcomes, mental health, and quality of life in Phakomatoses.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Neuropsychological Assessment

Conduct comprehensive cognitive assessments in patients with Phakomatoses.
Administer, score, and interpret standardized neuropsychological tests evaluating:
- Executive functions
- Attention and concentration
- Memory
- Processing speed
- Visuospatial abilities
- Language and social cognition
Prepare clinical reports and individualized recommendations.
Contribute to the development and implementation of cognitive intervention and rehabilitation programs.

Psychological and Psychosocial Care

Assess the psychological and emotional impact of NF1 and Schwannomatosis.
Identify symptoms of anxiety, depression, and adjustment difficulties.
Evaluate body image concerns, self-esteem, and emotional well-being.
Provide individual psychological support and interventions aimed at improving quality of life.
Promote adaptive coping strategies related to the physical and psychosocial manifestations of the disease.
Collaborate with the clinical genetics team by providing psychological support within genetic counseling and long-term patient care.

Clinical Research

Participate in research projects focused on cognition, mental health, body image, and quality of life in NF1 and Schwannomatosis.
Maintain and manage clinical and psychological research databases.
Analyze and interpret research findings.
Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts, conference presentations, and research reports.
Support the integration of psychological and neurocognitive assessment into routine clinical care for NF1 and Schwannomatosis patients

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The following requirements are mandatory:

Degree in Psychology.
Qualification to practice as a Health Psychologist (Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology or equivalent) or Clinical Psychologist.
Experience in psychological and neuropsychological assessment.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Proficiency in English, including scientific reading and writing.

Desirable

Specialized training in Neuropsychology.
Experience working with rare diseases, genetic disorders, or neurocutaneous syndromes.
Experience in clinical research.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and research data management.
Scientific publication record and/or participation in competitive research projects.

Personal Competencies

Strong commitment to patient-centered care.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Interest in translational research and innovation.
Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary clinical and research teams.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full time
Start date: October 2026
Gross annual remuneration inherent to the square objected to this call, will be fixed based on the experience provided and the skills of the candidate, distributed in 12 payments.
Flexible payment (childminding vouchers).
23 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters.
Training capsules by the company.
Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge.
Location on the Can Ruti Campus, a first-class translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.
The opportunity to join a nationally recognized CSUR specializing in Neurofibromatosis.
Participation in cutting-edge research projects focused on cognition, mental health, and quality of life in NF1.
A dynamic and collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Professional development opportunities in both clinical psychology and research.
Access to national and international research and clinical networks dedicated to Neurofibromatosis.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of integrated psychological care models for individuals living with NF1 while advancing research that directly impacts patient outcomes and quality of life.