Ref. 2026_148

Call for applications for an A5 - Head of Digital Transformation and Data Strategy position within the Information Systems Unit. Application deadline: 16 November 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

About the Area

The selected candidate will join the Digital Transformation area of the Sant Pau Research Institute, a strategic function aimed at driving the modernization of the institution's processes, tools, and information systems.

The unit's mission is to support the implementation of the Institute's Strategic Plan through the development of digital transformation initiatives that promote greater operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and the adoption of innovative solutions to support both research activities and corporate functions.

Working closely with the different units and services across the organization, the Digital Transformation area identifies opportunities for improvement, promotes process simplification and optimization, and drives the adoption of new technologies that create value for the institution.

The area also participates in initiatives related to data analytics, artificial intelligence, and change management, facilitating the effective implementation of approved initiatives and monitoring their outcomes through performance indicators and continuous evaluation mechanisms.

The working environment is characterized by cross-functional collaboration, multidisciplinary teamwork, and a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and institutional impact.

Essential Requirements

Minimum qualification required: Higher Education degree (University Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or an equivalent field).
At least 5 years of experience leading digital transformation initiatives.
Oral and written proficiency in the two official languages of Catalonia or, alternatively, the selected candidate must demonstrate, or commit to acquiring within a maximum period of one year, an adequate command of both official languages.

The following will be valued

MBA or Master's degree in Digital Transformation, Data & Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, or Innovation Management.
Proven experience in data governance and Business Intelligence.
Experience managing high-impact corporate projects.
Experience implementing and managing ERP, CRM, or digital platform solutions.
Experience in organizational change and digital adoption programmes.
Experience in healthcare, research, university, or public administration environments will be particularly valued.
English language proficiency.

Duties

Digital Transformation and Process Improvement

Manage the activities of assigned digitalization projects.
Analyse business processes with user areas and propose improvements and automation opportunities.
Monitor project timelines, milestones, requirements, and outcomes.
Prepare communication, training, and change management actions.
Collect digital maturity indicators and measure achieved benefits.

Data Strategy and Business Intelligence

Gather information needs from business areas and define functional requirements.
Collaborate in data quality and data consolidation initiatives in accordance with corporate standards.
Promote consistent and effective use of information to improve processes and reporting.
Participate in the development of dashboards and performance indicators using Power BI.
Propose Business Intelligence use cases.

Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation

Identify potential applications of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics.
Develop pilot project proposals, including objectives and expected benefits.
Organize and monitor approved proof-of-concept initiatives from a functional perspective.
Analyse results and propose improvement or continuation plans.
Facilitate the responsible adoption of solutions in line with security and data protection requirements.

Digital Experience and Corporate Channels

Gather user needs and identify opportunities to improve the digital experience.
Participate in projects aimed at enhancing corporate portals, the intranet, and other digital channels.
Support the communication and dissemination of new tools and functionalities.
Collect user feedback and propose functional improvements.

Coordination and Collaboration

Ensure alignment between the digital strategy and the technological architecture.
Prioritize digital initiatives according to their impact and value generation.
Coordinate with the Head of IT Systems on shared projects.
Participate in defining the organization's future technology model.

We Offer

Permanent contract.
Annual workload of 1,627.5 hours (37.5 hours per week).
Salary according to the applicable collective agreement.
Position attached to the Information Systems Unit.

Application Procedure and Deadline

Interested candidates should preferably submit their documentation in PDF format by email to the Management of the Research Institute Foundation of Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau at seleccio@recercasantpau.cat, indicating reference 2026/148.

Required documentation:

Cover letter.
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING AUTHORISATION

The deadline for submitting applications is 16 November 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

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Authorisation of personal data processing

AUTHORISATION FOR THE PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA

Dear candidate,

The Sant Pau Research Foundation (Fundació Institut de Recerca de l’Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau), with tax ID G-60136934 and registered office at C/Sant Quintí, 77-79, 08024 Barcelona, as data controller, informs you that it will process your data for the following purposes:

Receipt of applications.
Analysis of applications with the aim of recruiting the candidate to the team of the Sant Pau Research Foundation, for a current vacancy and for future selection processes matching your profile.
Conducting personnel selection processes, as well as formalising the hiring of the candidate, where applicable.
Complying with the required legal obligations.

The legal basis for the processing of the data is the legitimate interest in managing this job offer, in accordance with Article 6.1 b) of the General Data Protection Regulation, given that your data are necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party or for the application, at the data subject’s request, of pre-contractual measures.

Likewise, we inform you that your data (i) will only be processed by those departments or areas of the Institute that, according to their competences and functions, have an interest in personnel selection; (ii) may be disclosed to public authorities and bodies for the fulfilment of a legal obligation, as well as to service providers and third parties necessary for the management and execution of the relationships arising from the application; and (iii) will be retained for the periods foreseen for the prescription of legal liabilities.

Finally, we inform you that you have the right to access your personal data, to rectify them, to request their deletion, to object to their processing and to withdraw your consent to such processing. In certain circumstances you may request the limitation of the processing of your personal data, in which case we will only keep them for the exercise or defence of claims. In addition, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority. If you have any question about the processing of your data you can contact the entity’s Data Protection Officer by sending an email to dpo@santpau.cat.

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2026/148: A5 Head of Digital Transformation and Data Strategy