Research Nurse

Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) - Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

Meal vouchers

Transport benefits

23 days annual leave + 9 personal days

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR) - Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca seeks a Research Nurse to join the Support Unit for Clinical Research (USIC) in Barcelona. The role provides nursing support within clinical trials, coordinating operations and ensuring compliance with GCP, IATA, and SOPs.

The successful candidate will perform nursing procedures, assist with study data transfer to CRFs, manage sample shipments, and help maintain the Unit’s quality system while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Professional fluency in English (B2) required.
• Minimum of one year’s nursing experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Desirable knowledge of clinical trials legislation.
• Desirable experience in paediatric blood sampling.
• Desirable fluency in Catalan and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Receive requests and help organise project details for USIC services.
• Follow clinical research protocols and GCP/IATA standards.
• Perform nursing procedures (blood sampling, ECG, drug administration, spirometry).
• Support tasks for clinical research projects, including visits and logistics.
• Assist data transfer to CRF and manage sample processing/shipment.
• Record and maintain activity data and KPIs.
• Ensure activities comply with the Unit’s quality system procedures and drive improvements.
• Contribute to updating the Unit’s Quality System.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

English (B2)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

SAP management systems

Job description

VHIR is seeking a Research Nurse to join the Support Unit for Clinical Research (USIC).

The Support Unit for Clinical Research (USIC) provides healthcare support for the development of clinical research at Vall d’Hebron. The Unit offers medical consultation rooms for users, nursing support and a laboratory for sample processing.

Main responsibilities and duties

• Receive requests from the Unit and participate in the organisation and meetings of projects to define the operational details of the services that USIC will provide as part of clinical research projects.
• Understand and work in accordance with the clinical research protocols in which the Unit (USIC) is involved.
• Apply Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and IATA standards, as well as relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform nursing procedures, including blood sampling, electrocardiograms, drug administration, spirometry, etc.
• Carry out all tasks requiring nursing or operational support within clinical research projects, including scheduled visits, courier arrangements, ECG/fax transmissions, etc.
• Support the transfer of study data to the CRF.
• Manage the processing and shipment of human biological samples.
• Attend site monitoring visits and review and resolve queries in accordance with GCP.
• Manage purchases for the Unit.
• Record and maintain the Unit’s activity database and key performance indicators.
• Ensure that activities are carried out in accordance with the requirements established in the Unit’s quality system procedures, and promote and implement continuous improvement within the area of responsibility.
• Actively participate in the review and updating of the Unit’s Quality System.

Education and qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Professional fluency in English (B2 level).

Desirable

• Knowledge of the relevant legislation governing clinical trials and clinical research.
• Experience in paediatric blood sampling.
• Fluency in Catalan and Spanish.

Experience and knowledge

Required

• Minimum of one year’s previous experience as a nurse.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Good communication skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Research Nurse in clinical trials.
• Experience with SAP management systems.
• Organised and methodical approach, with a high level of motivation and initiative.

Labour conditions

• Working hours: Full-time (37,5 hours per week).
• Starting date: October 2026.
• Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
• 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: 19-10-2026

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.

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