DescripciónThe 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: Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; Environment and Health over the Lifecourse; Global Viral and Bacterial Infections; Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases; Maternal, Child and Reproductive Health.
ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction (received the first accreditation in 2019 and renewed it in 2024), a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.LugarBarcelona, Campus MarWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORIn the framework of our Centre for Excellence Severo Ochoa Programme (CEX2023-001290-S), we are recruiting an enthusiastic, self-motivated post-doctoral researcher with strong quantitative analysis skills to join our dynamic team in the Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health research programme.The work will make use of data developed in two Horizon Europe funded projects we coordinate: Climate Action To Advance Healthy Societies in Europe (CATALYSE, GA 101057131) and the Urban Burden of Disease Estimation for Policy Making (UBD Policy, GA 101094639).
CATALYSE aims to provide new knowledge, data and tools to close the knowledge-to-action gap to accelerate climate change action and protect public health in Europe.
UBD Policy aims to improve the estimation of health and well-being impacts and socio-economic costs of major urban environmental hazards.The postdoctoral researcher will develop projections of future health burdens attributable to urban environmental exposures affected by climate change mitigation (e.G.
air pollution, green space) under detailed, policy-relevant scenarios developed through the CATALYSE project.
The research will leverage a large dataset of 1000 cities developed through UBD Policy, to explore in depth the implications of European climate policy on urban health using state-of-the-art health impact modelling methods.The researcher will be based in the research group of Research Professor, Cathryn Tonne, with co-supervision from other ISGlobal investigators with expertise in health impact assessment and climate science.
The researcher would be embedded in an institutional working group focused on Climate Action and Health as well as the international, inter-disciplinary CATALYSE and UBD Policy consortiums, offering networking and training opportunities for early-career researchers.TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONSPhD (or equivalent) in epidemiology, environmental health, biostatistics or related disciplineDemonstrated record of scientific achievement in epidemiology or environmental health; experience with health impact assessment is an assetExperience with statistical analysis and managing complex data in RExcellent quantitative and programming skillsMotivated, self-directed researcher capable of setting and meeting deadlines and delivering research outputsStrong organization and team-working skillsEffective verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in English (written and spoken)KEY RESPONSABILITIESConduct novel research quantifying the future health burdens attributable to urban environmental exposures in Europe, with a specific focus on vulnerable populations (e.G.
children, elderly, low socioeconomic position).SPECIFIC DUTIESProcessing climate dataConducting statistical analyses and leading manuscripts for publicationCoordinating large health and environmental exposure databasesDrafting original articles for publication in high impact journalsDisseminating findings at conferences, workshops, scientific journals, and other channelsPlaying an active role in the institutional Climate Action and Health working groupSKILLSGood interpersonal, communication, presentation, and academic writing skills and ability to work independently.LANGUAGE LEVELProficiency in English (written and spoken)CONDITIONSDuration: 3/4 yearsStarting date: October/November 2024Contract: (part or full time): Full timeSalary Range: According to experience and profileSELECTION 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 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.HOW TO APPLYApplicants must fill in the request form, attach the CV and a Cover Letter describing research interest and plans at ISGlobal.
Each attached document must be named with the candidate name and surname.The receipt of applications will be open until a candidate is selected.Only the applications submitted through the request form will be considered.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr