Bioinformatics Technician (Liver Diseases Research Group)

Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) - Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Health insurance

Transport benefits

Flexible working hours

23 days annual leave + 9 personal days

Flexible remuneration programme

Corporate benefits platform

Wellbeing programme 'Feel Good, Feel V

International mobility support

Job summary

Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) is seeking a Bioinformatics Technician for the Liver Diseases Research Group in Barcelona. You will contribute specialized metagenomics expertise, develop bioinformatic tools, and analyse complex sequencing data to support translational research aimed at improving patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role involves teaching students, mentoring new researchers, and collaborating on papers in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Bioinformatics ESCI-UPF (other grades will not be considered)
• Master Degree in Genetics and Genomics
• Master in Translational Biomedical Research offered by VHIR
• Demonstrated expertise in NGS and metagenomics, supported by two peer-reviewed publications
• Experience in deep-sequencing methodology
• Minimum h-index of 9
• Minimum of 12 published papers in international journals, at least two as a first author
• Minimum of participation in 8 poster or oral presentations in seminars/meetings
• Participation in competitive projects

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise metagenomic software tools
• Teach new students on bioinformatic analysis following metagenomics runs and data acquisition
• Collaborate in writing papers
• Prepare and mentor new students

Skills

Catalan fluency

Spanish fluency

English fluency

Education

BSc in Bioinformatics (ESCI-UPF)

MSc in Genetics and Genomics

MSc in Translational Biomedical Research (VHIR)

Tools

NGS pipelines

Metagenomics analysis pipelines

Deep sequencing data analysis

Job description

VHIR is seeking a Bioinformatics Technician to join the Liver Diseases Research Group at the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR). This group focuses on translational research in liver diseases, combining clinical insight with advanced molecular and computational approaches to improve patient diagnosis and treatment. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment, contributing specialised expertise in metagenomics to support cutting-edge research, including the development of bioinformatic tools and the analysis of complex sequencing datasets.

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Develop and optimise metagenomic software tools
• Teach new students on bioinformatic analysis following metagenomics runs and data acquisition
• Collaborate in writing papers
• Prepare and mentor new students

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Bioinformatics ESCI-UPF (other grades will not be considered)
• Master Degree in Genetics and Genomics
• Master in Translational Biomedical Research offered by VHIR
• Demonstrated expertise in NGS and metagenomics, supported by two peer-reviewed publications (curriculums that do not fulfil these requirements will not be taken into consideration)
• Experience in deep-sequencing methodology
• Professional fluency in Catalan, Spanish and English
• Minimum h-index of 9
• Minimum of 12 published papers in international journals, at least two as a first author
• Minimum of participation in 8 poster or oral presentations in seminars/meetings
• Participation in competitive projects

Desirable:

• Excellent ability in delivering oral presentations at local, national and international meetings

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• At least 4 years of experience working in molecular biology and next-generation sequencing of RNA viruses
• Experience in developing pipelines for metagenomics analysis to detect pathogens
• Experience in deep-sequencing viral data analysis in metagenomics
• Experience in integration of multi-omics datasets
• Experience in synthetic biology, constructing genetic circuits
• Knowledge of viruses, gradient isolation, data collection and analysis
• Ability to teach and mentor new students
• Self-motivates, enthusiastic and committed to the work to be developed.

Desirable:

• Experience in DNA and RNA extraction
• Experience in NGS

Labour conditions:

• Working hours: Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
• Starting date: 1st January 2027.
• Gross annual salary: 35.000€.
• Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to 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: 28-10-2026

How We Hire:

Pre-selection: