Descripción
The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) is a cutting-edge institute addressing global public health challenges through research, translation into policy and education. ISGlobal has a broad portfolio in communicable and non-communicable diseases including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary scientific approach ranging from the molecular to the population level. Research is organized in the following main areas, Malaria and other Infectious Diseases, Maternal, Child and reproductive Health, Urban Health and Child and environmental health, Climate & Non-Communicable Diseases. ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.
Lugar
Barcelona
What We Are Looking For
ISGlobal is looking for a data scientist with experience in implementation of clinical trials in low-middle income countries and demonstrated research capacities to help us supervise activities under several projects of the group where several technological, laboratorial and clinical trials in LMIC settings will be implemented. These activities will be funded by the Department of Research and Universities of the Generalitat de Catalunya (2021 SGR 01513).
Training And Experience / Qualifications
- Speciality in Biomedicine or similar with PhD experience in biomarkers
- Competencies and skills: Communication, Teamwork and collaboration, Commitment, Proactivity, Integrity, Critical and Analytical thinking.
- High level of English and preferably Portuguese and French.
- Expertise in field implementation activities in low and middle countries Environment. Expertise in statistical analysis of study results
Specific Requirements
- Experience in field implementation activities in low and middle countries environment
Key Responsabilities
- Support the development of studies in the laboratory for the validation of biomarkers
- Support data management work for the development of different data analysis plan
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Contribute to the design of the protocols of the several projects in preparation within the group with special emphasis on the methodology and the statistical plan for the analysis of results.
AUXILIAR TASKS
This job description reflects the present requirements of the post but may evolve at any time in the future as duties and responsibilities change and/or develop providing there is appropriate consultation with the post-holder.
This job description is not a definitive or exhaustive list of responsibilities but identifies the key responsibilities and tasks of the post holder. The specific objectives of the post holder will be subject to review as part of the individual professional assessment process .
Skills
- Teamwork.
- Problem resolution.
- Supervision of students/collaborators
The post holder will adhere to ISGlobal principles contained in People management policy, including Equity, diversity and health safety. The post holder will respect, and accountable to ensure ISGlobal policies and procedures .
LANGUAGE LEVEL
- High level of English
- Knowledge of Portuguese and French
CONDITIONS
- Duration: 2 months
- Starting date: 01/11/2024
- Contract: full time
- Salary Range: According to internal salary scales
How To Apply
Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position:
Datascientist_AGAUR_Oct24, attach the CV and a Cover Letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate name and surname.
The receipt of applications will be open until October 31st.
Applications will be accepted until 17.00 CET of the closing date.
Only the applications submitted through the request form will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The interviews could be placed during the reception candidatures period.
SELECTION PROCESS
The Selection Process Is Designed In Two Phases
1- Interview phase of a technical nature, with the team that requires the incorporation. To assess the person's skills and CV.
2 - Meeting with HR with the finalist(s) to finish assessing the profile and discuss contractual and institutional issues.
If needed any technical test could be pass. A Psychological Competency Evaluation Test will be required for the structural or transversal positions.
In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.
In ISGlobal we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities between women and men be promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, not tolerating discrimination based on criteria such as age, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, functional diversity, political leanings, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
ISGlobal supports the initiative #ScienceforUkraine. Therefore, to sustain Ukraine’s presence in the European Research Area and international scholarly community, candidates from Ukraine on all levels of scholarly career are welcome: students, PhD candidates, early career researchers and senior scholars.
We confirm our commitment towards the value of the diversity of our staff and student population and seek to promote peace, equity, diversity and inclusion as essential elements in contribution to improving health worldwide.