The CaixaResearch Institute is set to become a leading international research centre in the translational study of immunology and the most prevalent diseases. The centre will conduct its own research focused on studying how the immune system works when it interacts with pathologies, such as neurological, oncological, metabolic and infectious diseases, as well as analysing related environmental factors.

The Institute’s mission will be accomplished by prioritising a multi- and interdisciplinary approach, the development of cutting-edge technologies and the transfer of results to society. The Institute will establish the necessary procedures to guarantee that all the activities carried out by its community will comply with the values of transparency, accountability, scientific excellence, integrity and ethics, equity and inclusion.

Position Summary:

· The Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing Officer will be responsible for coordinating and continuously improving the Institute’s occupational risk prevention, workplace health and employee wellbeing activities fostering a proactive culture of prevention, health, safety and wellbeing across the Institute.

· The role covers the entire Institute, including laboratories, scientific platforms, offices and common areas, and supports all employees, visitors and external personnel.

· The successful candidate will combine occupational risk prevention expertise with a strong understanding of research and laboratory environments, including biological and chemical risks.

Key Responsibilities and duties:

Reporting to the Head of People, with close collaboration with the Laboratory Operations and the Biosafety Committee, the key responsibilities will be:

· Coordinate the Institute’s occupational risk prevention activities and oversee the implementation and follow-up of preventive actions across the Institute.

· Act as an operational liaison with the External Prevention Service, supporting risk assessments, identifying gaps and coordinating follow-up actions.

· Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety legislation, internal policies and preventive procedures.

· Coordinate and monitor risk assessments across laboratories, scientific platforms, offices and common areas, supporting the management of biological, chemical, physical, ergonomic and psychosocial risks.

· Contribute to the development, review and implementation of biosafety SOPs, procedures and safe working practices.

· Collaborate with Laboratory Operations, the Biosafety Committee, managers and employees to promote safe working practices.

· Coordinate health surveillance, medical examinations, workplace adaptations and preventive health initiatives, including support for pregnant, breastfeeding and especially sensitive workers.

· Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, and monitor the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

· Coordinate occupational risk prevention requirements for contractors, visitors and external personnel.

· Design and deliver health, safety and wellbeing training, onboarding sessions and awareness initiatives.

· Develop and coordinate an Institute-wide wellbeing programme addressing physical, mental, social and workplace wellbeing.

As a member of the People team, contribute to broader People & Culture initiatives and support selected HR projects and activities according to business needs and priorities.

Education and fields of expertise:

· Minimum 3 years of experience in occupational risk prevention, health and safety, employee wellbeing or a related role.

Experience in a biomedical research institute, hospital, university, biotechnology company, pharmaceutical company or laboratory environment is highly valued.

· Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Environmental Sciences or a related field.

· Official Master’s Degree in Occupational Risk Prevention, preferably covering Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Ergonomics and Psychosocial Risks.

Training or demonstrated knowledge in biosafety, biological risk and occupational risk prevention; experience in BSL-1/BSL-2 and laboratory environments will be highly valued.

Technical skills:

· Knowledge of Spanish occupational risk prevention legislation.

· Experience coordinating workplace risk assessments and preventive action plans.

· Knowledge of biosafety principles, biological risk assessment and laboratory safety requirements.

· Experience coordinating occupational health, health surveillance or workplace adaptation processes.

· Experience developing wellbeing, health promotion or psychosocial risk prevention initiatives.

· Ability to investigate incidents and monitor corrective and preventive actions.

· Strong planning, reporting and project management skills.

Confidence working with digital tools and occupational health and safety management systems.

Soft Skills:

· Strong service-oriented and people-centred mindset.

· Highly autonomous, proactive and hands-on, with the ability to identify needs, propose solutions and drive actions through to completion with limited supervision.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

· Ability to make prevention and wellbeing accessible and relevant to different professional profiles.

· Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively in an international and multidisciplinary environment.

· Continuous improvement mindset.

· High level of responsibility, discretion and attention to detail.

· Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish; knowledge of Catalan is highly valued.

What we offer:

· An Inspiring Mission: Contribute to a new, innovative institute driving groundbreaking discoveries and being part of a team committed to advancing biomedical research with a focus on immunology’s transformative potential.

· A Supportive Culture: Work in an inclusive environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and innovation.

· Professional Development: Permanent position with a competitive salary along with a benefits package, and opportunities to grow your career through mentoring, networking, and specialized training.

· Positive working environment: Experience a supportive and inclusive culture that facilitates work-life balance and promotes collaboration among all employees.

Selection process:

· Preselection based on CV and relevant experience.

· Initial online interview, on-site interviews (technical and competential), meet-the-team session and final interview.

Job offer communicated to the selected candidate after completion of the process.