Communication Unit
The VHIR Communication Unit is part of the Communication, Corporate Strategy, and Citizen Assistance Department of the Vall d’Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus. Its main objective is to raise awareness of the research carried out at Vall d’Hebron — across all areas and in all its forms.
On one hand, it communicates the institution’s scientific achievements and milestones to the general public via the website, social media, and other media channels. This is done through press releases, conferences, interviews, videos, communication campaigns, and a wide range of written and audiovisual materials.
On the other hand, the unit ensures internal communication of research activities, publications, and updates to all personnel across the Campus, using internal bulletins, the intranet, and social media.
Additionally, it produces a key institutional tool that annually audits and presents the scientific output of the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), including a multimedia version of the report.
The unit also plays a vital role in the internationalisation of the institution by providing content in English and fostering stronger ties with international media.
Finally, the unit organises institutional events such as scientific seminars, workshops, and the annual conference. It also leads science communication initiatives to help bring research closer to society. These include participation in science fairs, open-door events, and other outreach activities aimed especially at engaging younger audiences and increasing public awareness.
Education and qualifications:
Required:
- University degree in Journalism or in Health Sciences with a Master in Science Communication.
- Fluency in Catalan, Spanish, English (business level).
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
- Excellent written skills: professional experience in writing scientific texts in Catalan, Spanish and English (a written test will be done)
- Experience in Internal Communications
- Familiar with social media environment: X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and TikTok.
- Familiar with Drupal platform or similar
- Basic knowledge in video and photo editing tools
- Experience in photography, recording and video editing
Desired:
- Knowledge of the Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R)
- Familiar with mailing platforms: Get Response, Mailchimp
- Experience with Infogram
Main responsibilities and duties:
- Support in the design and implementation of the communication plan for the HRS4R, and any other HRS4R-related activity
- Internal Newsletters
- Writing scientific web news and press releases
- Support in the implementation of the corporative materials
- Support in Social Media Management
- Taking and editing photos
- Video recording and editing
- Support in the tasks of web and Intranet maintenance
- Support in the preparation of the Annual Report
- Support in holding press conferences and events
Labour conditions:
- Full-time position: 40h/week.
- Starting date: 1st September 2025.
- Gross annual salary: Remuneration will depend on experience and skills. Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale.
- Contract: Permanent
What can we offer?
- 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.
Deadline to apply: 17-08-2025
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.
