The Vall d´Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) Seeks a "Laboratory Technician – NET-VHIO Program (Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Cancer and Endocrine Tumors Group)"

Reference: 2026-059-01

Application deadline: 31/10/2026

Number of vacancies: 1

About the group:

The Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Cancer and Endocrine Tumors Group, led by Dr. Jaume Capdevila Castillon at the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), is seeking a motivated and team-oriented laboratory technician to join the Neuroendocrine and Endocrine Tumor Translational Research Program (NET-VHIO), led by Dr. María Belén Elguero.

NET-VHIO focuses on translational research in neuroendocrine and thyroid tumors, combining patient-derived xenograft (PDX) and organoid models with molecular and cellular biology approaches to study mechanisms of drug resistance and identify new therapeutic strategies

Find more about our research here: https://vhio.net/pf/hepatobiliary-pancreatic-cancer-and-endocrine-tumors-group/

Job description:

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to provide technical support across the active research projects of the Neuroendocrine and Endocrine Tumor Translational Research Program (NET-VHIO). The successful candidate will contribute to day-to-day laboratory activities, supporting sample processing, experimental procedures, quality control, and laboratory documentation according to the needs of the program's projects.

Working closely with the lab technician and the postdoctoral researcher, the successful candidate will help ensure the continuity and smooth running of daily laboratory operations. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing translational program with long-term technical responsibilities, while continuing to develop technical laboratory skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support sample processing, including PBMC isolation and preservation

• Support the maintenance and monitoring of patient-derived organoids, under supervision

• Assist with cell culture tasks: media changes and cell expansion

• Support basic molecular biology procedures (tube labeling, solution preparation) and, progressively, additional molecular biology techniques

• Monitor reagent and consumable stock levels and alert the team when supplies need to be ordered

• Support general laboratory organization and maintenance

Required Qualifications:

• FPII/CFGS or bachelor’s degree in a bioscience-related field (Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, or similar)

• Basic laboratory experience in cell culture and/or molecular biology techniques

• Organized, reliable, and team-oriented

• Ability to follow established protocols with attention to detail

Desirable / Nice-to-Have:

• Previous experience with cell culture

• Basic knowledge of molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR)

Additional information:

We offer:

• 📈The possibility of developing your professional career in a competitive environment.

• 🧠To be part of a center that is constantly developing, pursuing excellence in research and collaborating with leading teams.

• 🫱🏻‍🫲🏾We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment, and welcome all people equally, regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.

• 🪴We care about our environment and understand the importance of sustainability. We have the GreenVhio program, which you can be a part of.

Conditions:

• 📝Permanent contract.

• 🗓️Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.

• 💶Salary according to qualifications and experience following VHIO pay scales.

• 💳Flexible remuneration program (includes restaurant vouchers/cards, transport, medical insurance, and “baby daycare” voucher).

• ⏰Flexible working hours and measures to balance work, family, and personal life, and promote gender equality, as established in the VHIO collective agreement.

• 🗺️24 days of holidays and 6 personal days.

• 🎓Fully subsidized Catalan, Spanish, or English courses.

• 🏃‍➡️Take advantage of doing sports at great prices with WellHub.

• 🩺You’ll have access to weekly physiotherapy sessions at the office, offered at a reduced price for the team.

Vall d’Hebron Institute Oncology (VHIO) endorses the Requirements and Principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers promoted by the European Commission and follows Equal Opportunities policies.

On 10th April 2018 VHIO was awarded the “HR Excellence in Research” logo. Our Institute was consequently granted permission to use the HR Excellence in Research Award logo as demonstration of its stimulating and favourable work environment in line with the Charter & Code.