Predoctoral Investigator (Pneumology)

Research Department

Research Field : Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile : First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions : PhD Positions

Country : Spain

Type of Contract : Temporary

Job Status : Full-time

EU Funding : Other EU programme

Research Infrastructure Staff Position : No

Offer Description

VHIR offers a vacancy for a medical, predoctoral investigator within the Pneumology Department and the Catalan Center of Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. More information about our group can be found at

Main Responsibilities and Duties

• Support the research group in COPD and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.
• Design protocols for clinical research.
• Collect data, including sample collections and pulmonary function tests, and collaborate on data analysis and interpretation.
• Basic sample processing.
• Include data in registries and databases.
• Prepare reports and communicate scientific results.
• Fluency in Catalan, Spanish, and English (business level).
• Interest in clinical research.
• Previous experience in the AATD field.

Experience and Knowledge (Required)

• Clinical experience managing chronic respiratory diseases, especially COPD and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.
• Knowledge of Excel, REDCap, and database management.
• Knowledge of statistics and data analysis.

Additional Information Labour Conditions

• Full-time position : 40h / week.
• Starting date : June 2025.
• Gross annual salary : €18,180.41 during the first two years, €19,479.01 during the third year.
• Contract : Temporary.

What We Offer

• Incorporation into Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution promoting biomedical research, innovation, and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona's largest hospital.
• A dynamic scientific environment with high-end biomedical projects.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and responsibility in a stimulating environment.
• Individual training opportunities.
• 23 holidays + 9 personal days.
• Corporate Benefits platform offering discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports, and more.
• Wellbeing activities to promote health.

Selection Process

Deadline to apply : 03-06-2025

Additional Comments

VHIR values equality and diversity, working towards inclusion and equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity, or ethnicity.

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