Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence—a seal that was awarded in 2011.

The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people’s quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 29 laboratories and seven core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions.

IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members and 45 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the “Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya” (CERCA).

IRB Barcelona is seeking a highly motivated Project Officer to join the Post-Award office. The selected candidate will support the IRB Barcelona Researchers’ with the different competitive projects and will ensure the regulatory compliance, by providing resources, support, advice and guidance on delivery of their projects.

The selected candidate will report to the Section Head of the Post-Award office, as well as, to the Head of Finance.

Key responsibilities

• Ensuring the execution of economic reports and justifications and the timely submission of scientific reports and deliverables.
• Preparing financial Audits of projects.
• Liaising with other departments for the proper implementation of projects.
• Managing a pool of research laboratories, optimizing resources within the available budget. Supervising and verifying the consistency of research projects performed by the different laboratories assigned.
• Assisting with management tasks of competitive funds for research (technical support).
• Informing principal investigators of any compliance issues regarding grantor agency regulations, and disallowances with their program. Assisting in correcting discrepancies and monitoring corrective actions.
• Liaising with the funding entities, for the resolution of administrative or financial issues.

You have

• Bachelor’s Degree.
  
• Experience: Minimum of 5-years’ experience, as a Project Officer or Financial Controller preferably.
• Knowledge: 
  • High level of English and Spanish (written & spoken). 
  • Microsoft Office package (especially Excel) and ERPs (SAP - BO).

• Skills: 
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
  • Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Used to work under tight deadlines. 
  • Capacity to work proactive and autonomously when required.
  • Capacity to adapt to changes and prioritize tasks.

You might also have

• Experience with EU Programmes and “Plan Estatal de Investigación Científica” and other funding sources in the field of biomedical research.
• Catalan will be a plus.

What we offer:

To be a part of something meaningful: We are a biomedical research centre that tirelessly works to achieve a society free of diseases. Our mission is to carry out research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing.

Good Working Conditions: Permanent Contract. Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leave and injuries at work.

Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

International Environment: We are home to nearly 500 researchers, and technical and support staff from 45 countries.

Multidisciplinary Research: Research of excellence at the unique interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology.

Continuous Training: Transversal and general training is offered to our community (examples include research seminars, conferences, training in time management, scientific integrity, gender equality, health and safety, languages courses and emotional wellbeing activities).

Relocation & Visa Assistance: Trained staff provides support on visa paperwork, administrative requirements, and practical information on living and working in Barcelona, etc.

Social Life: We like to have fun. We promote several activities, like a Football League, an annual skiing trip, a Mountaineering Club, a Running Club and "Cool-off sessions", where members meet informally for drinks, snacks and scientific discussions.

Fairness: Our recruitment is open, transparent and merit-based, and all applicants compete on the same terms. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Deadline for applications: 14/11/2025 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended) 
• Number of positions available: 1
• Selection process:
  • Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter & experience,
  • Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
  • Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview. 

Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request.