Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research
Bioinformatics – AI Technician (Clinical and Translational Bioinformatics)
🇪🇸Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain3 months ago
€17,548 – €17,548EntryFull Time
VHIR offers vacant position for a Bioinformatics – AI Technician in Clinical and Translational Bioinformatics Research Group
Education and qualifications:
Medical degree or equivalent academic background in Health Sciences
Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Biomedicine or a closely related field
Fluency in English (business level)
A minimum of two years of experience in the development of ML/AI models for continuous variable prediction
Knowledge of MLR and XGBoost regression models (Implementation and interpretation)
Demonstrated experience developing and using ensemble models (different kinds of jury averaging)
Good coding skills in Python
Experience processing (normalisation and filtering) DMS datasets
Proven knowledge of AlphaFold models
Experience in feature engineering
Knowledge of statistics, including density modelling skills
Advanced use of Generative AI tools
The selected candidate will be responsible for advancing and further developing the group’s artificial intelligence models for predicting the functional impact of missense variants. These models were originally developed within the group and have achieved international recognition, including first-place rankings in the CAGI 7 international challenge focused on functional impact prediction of missense variants. The role therefore entails a high level of responsibility, requiring the candidate to extend and enhance an established, state-of-the-art modelling framework. The models primarily produce continuous predictions, although classification approaches may also be employed, and are integrated using ensemble methodologies. The framework combines multiple modelling techniques, including Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) and gradient boosting algorithms such as XGBoost, together with feature engineering strategies based on probabilistic, typically Bayesian, models.
Preparation of the data for publication process
Labour conditions:
Part-time position: 28,13h/week.
Starting date: immediate
Gross annual salary: 17.548,47 Euros ( Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale)
Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities
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: 26-02-2026
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 organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.
