.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 MarWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORISGlobal is seeking a highly motivated and independent Research Assistant to support the BioWater project, focusing on the role of Urban Green Spaces (UGS) in addressing public health challenges related to climate change and urbanization. The ideal candidate will support extensive fieldwork, biodiversity assessments, soil water measurements, mental health interviews, and facilitate participatory processes for community engagement in urban planning.The project "The urban green spaces of the future: balancing soil water content, biodiversity, and mental well-being in the face of climate change" (BioWater), with official reference 24S05864-001, is funded by Barcelona Council, in the framework of "Recerca Jove i Emergent 2024"TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONSEducational Background: A degree in biology, environmental biology, environmental sciences, or related fields.Fieldwork Experience: Experience in biodiversity surveys design and developments.Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of GIS, advanced knowledge with biodiversity monitoring tools, and basic knowledge of R for data analysis.Research Background: Experience in environmental resilience research. Research experience in urban environments will be valued.Communication Skills: Experience in presenting results and findings.SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTSExperience in facilitating participatory processes with diverse stakeholders.Ability to draft and submit ethical protocols for research.Flexibility in work hours to conduct biodiversity surveys when necessary.Empathy, adaptability, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESConduct comprehensive fieldwork to collect data on vegetation characteristics, soil water content, and biodiversity within selected UGS in Barcelona.Carry out soil water assessments using field and laboratory methods.Assist in biodiversity surveys, including bird diversity assessments through point counts and perceived biodiversity assessments with local participants.Conduct and manage mental health interviews using validated scales