Advanced Researcher in Nutrition (Reus)

EURECAT; España; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible compensation

Wellbeing platform

Health services

SaludOnNet

Club Beruby cashback

Pet insurance

Flexible schedule

Training and development

Eurecat Academy

Job summary

Eurecat in Spain seeks a Senior Researcher in Clinical Studies within the Nutrition and Health Unit. You will lead design, management and execution of nutrition-focused clinical studies and coordinate European projects and consortia.

The role requires a PhD in Food Science and Nutrition or related field, plus 4–10 years of research experience and proven coordination of international projects. Fluent English, Spanish and Catalan are required; a competitive package includes flexible benefits and

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating European projects and international consortia.
• Experience in precision nutrition studies.
• Design and management of clinical studies.

Responsibilities

• Design, management, and execution of clinical studies in nutrition.
• Preparation of research proposals and competitive calls.
• Scientific coordination of European projects and large consortia.
• Evaluation and interpretation of results; publications.
• Participation in workshops and conferences.

Skills

Project coordination

Clinical studies design

Nutrition research

Education

PhD in Food Science and Nutrition

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Nutrition

Job description

Organisation/Company EURECAT Department HUMAN RESOURCES Research Field Other Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 31 Oct 2026 - 15:41 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Nutrition and Health Unit provides scientific and technological services to companies in the agri‑food, biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, in areas related to health and nutrition. Among other activities, we carry out nutritional intervention studies that combine our extensive experience in nutrition, metabolism and biochemistry with the analytical capabilities of our omics sciences center.

We are currently seeking a SENIOR RESEARCHER in CLINICAL STUDIES in the field of NUTRITION and HEALTH to join our team at Eurecat Reus, who will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Design, management, and execution of clinical studies in the area of nutrition.
• Preparation of research proposals and participation in competitive calls.
• Scientific coordination of European projects and large consortia.
• Evaluation and interpretation of results, preparation of scientific reports and publications.
• Participation in workshops and conferences related to the field.

Research Field Biological sciences » Nutritional sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Academic background:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Nutrition
• PhD in Food Science and Nutrition or a related field (required)

Specific Requirements

Knowledge and previous experience:

• Scientific coordination of European projects and international consortia.
• Experience in studies related to precision nutrition.
• Design and management of clinical studies.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Languages SPANISH Level Excellent

Languages CATALAN Level Excellent

Research Field Biological sciences » Nutritional sciences Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Additional Information

• Flexible Compensation (BEFLEX): Access a wide range of services with tax advantages such as meal vouchers, childcare, health insurance, public transportation, training and car leasing
• Well-being and Health:
  • Wellwo: wellness platform with access also for one family member.
  • SaludOnNet: online and in-person medical consultations and tests.
• Perks and Discounts:
  • Club Beruby: cashback at over 1,000 stores.
  • Pet insurance
• Flexible schedule and summer intensive workday.
• Training and Development
  • Language programs and digital tools
  • Technical and specific training according to your profile
  • Access to Eurecat Academy courses