Research Technician

Headache and Pain Research Group

The Headache and Pain Research Group is focused on the study of sensory processing and brain mechanisms underlying neurological disorders, with a special emphasis on migraine. The group combines experimental neuroscience, clinical research, and technological innovation to develop and validate new methodologies and tools for quantitative sensory assessment.

The selected candidate will join an interdisciplinary team working on the development and validation of mobile application–based methodologies aimed at improving data collection, scalability, and longitudinal assessment in migraine research.

Education and qualifications:

• Specific/Additional training in digital health tools, mobile app–based research, or data acquisition technologies

• Experience in grant-funded research environments

• Fluency in Catalan, Spanish, and English (business/scientific level)

• Bachelor's Degree in Sciences (Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Sciences or related fields)

• PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience or related discipline

• Specific/Additional training in experimental neuroscience, sensory processing, or clinical research methodologies

• Fluency in Catalan, Spanish, and English (business/scientific level)

• At least 5 years of experience working in academic or clinical neuroscience research

• Proven experience managing and implementing competitive research grants (national and European)

• Knowledge of quantitative sensory testing, psychophysical methodologies, and migraine research

• Experience in longitudinal study design and data collection

• Ability to work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary research teams

• Ability to manage multiple research tasks and meet project deadlines

• Knowledge of mobile health applications and remote data collection methodologies

• Experience with standardized questionnaires and threshold-based sensory measurements

• Ability to translate laboratory-based methodologies into real-world and scalable research tools 

• Coordinate and manage research activities related to the development and validation of mobile App–based tools for migraine research

• Oversee the application and execution of funded research projects, ensuring compliance with grant objectives and timelines

• Give support to the design, implementation, and optimization of methodologies for quantifying sensory sensitivity

• Collaborate with clinicians, engineers, and researchers to adapt laboratory protocols for real-time data collection outside the laboratory

• Prepare and organize experimental protocols, data collection procedures, and documentation for longitudinal studies

• Analyze sensory sensitivity data collected through both laboratory-based and App-based methodologies

• Keep track of project progress, data quality, and research outcomes

• Contribute to scientific publications and dissemination of results in indexed journals

• Support the expansion of participant recruitment through scalable App-based research tools 

Labour conditions:

• Part-time position: 18,75 h/week.

• Starting date: February

• Gross annual salary: 16.104,50€. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale)

• Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project

• Incorporation to Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).

• A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.

• Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.

• Individual training opportunities.

• Flexible working hours.

• 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days.

• Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more)

• Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports... among many others.

• Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.

• 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 recommendations, and support in finding accommodation

Deadline to apply:

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 organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.