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 five programs: Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; Environment and Health over the Lifecourse; Global Viral and Bacterial Infections; Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases; and Maternal Child and Reproductive Health. ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.
LugarBarcelona, Campus Mar
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORISGlobal is seeking a Research Technician who is interested in taking over and managing activities of the project EPHOR, in one of the work packages aiming to investigate the effects of shift work on health by looking at short-term exposures. Effects of short-term exposures, in relation to the working life exposome, biological pathways, early markers of disease, and key body functions will be assessed using external and internal exposome data. The candidate will give support to the field work of the EPHOR project, and support for sample and data management.
The EPHOR project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 874703.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONSDegree in Biomedical SciencesFluency in spoken and written SpanishFluency in spoken and written EnglishExperience in fieldwork of epidemiological studiesExperience in sample managementKEY RESPONSIBILITIESManage the scheduling of data collection for participants in the study, manage the allocation of sensors and the prompt collection of these sensors after their use, manage biological sample transport and storage, and maintain close communication between the field centers and researchers at ISGlobal.
SPECIFIC DUTIESContact potential study participants by phone.Prepare materials and devices for measurements.Visit participants' workplaces to:
- Oversee survey completion
- Distribute, describe, and model appropriate sensor use
- Pick up sensor devices
- Oversee biological specimen collectionBlood processing (centrifugation and aliquoting)Download data from sensor devicesPrepare materials for shipment to the laboratoryCommunicate closely with management at the field study locations and with the study team at ISGlobal.AUXILIARY TASKSThis 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.
SKILLSExperience in handling epidemiological dataMotivated person with communication skillsTime flexibility to adapt to the availability of the study participantsGreat organizational skillsProactiveProblem resolutionThe post holder will adhere to ISGlobal principles contained in the People management policy, including equity, diversity, and health safety. The post holder will respect and be accountable to ensure ISGlobal policies and procedures.
LANGUAGE LEVELFluent in Spanish and Catalan requiredBasic level of English required, higher level preferredCONDITIONSDuration: until 30/06/2025Contract: part-time, 15 hours/weekSalary Range: Tècnic IIB (26.066€ gross annual)HOW TO APPLYApplicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: ResearchTechnician_H2020_Sep24, attach the CV and a Cover Letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate's name and surname.
The receipt of applications will be open until 15/10/2024. 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. Diverse candidatures are encouraged, that includes: gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political views.
SELECTION PROCESSThe 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 passed. 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 are 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 contributing to improving health worldwide.
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