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.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a full-time postdoctoral researcher to join our new group led by Prof. Anna Roca (https://www.isglobal.org/en/our-team/-/profiles/18628). The candidate will conduct secondary analysis on data already collected as part of clinical trials and epidemiological studies conducted in low-and-middle-income-countries. It is expected that the candidate will apply for fellowships during the course of this postdoctoral opportunity. S/he will write peer review manuscripts with the data generated and will generate new hypotheses on implementations to decrease neonatal mortality in the study settings.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Conducting analysis and drafting original articles for publication in high quality journals
• Some data cleaning may be required
• Support to PI in writing large scale proposals
• Support to Junior scientists in writing manuscripts
• Disseminating findings at conferences, workshops, and through the study website
• Collaboration with the study teams and external specialists
• Supervision of master and PhD students

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

• Experience in implementing or conducting research in LMIC
• Experience in processing and managing of complex and large datasets, as well as in statistical packages, preferably R and STATA
• Motivated researcher capable of setting and meeting deadlines and delivering research outputs to the required standard
• Strong organization and team-working skills
• Professional attitude with attention to details
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Team player, yet capable of working autonomously, rational and critical thinkeramwork.

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 be accountable to ensure ISGlobal policies and procedures.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in statistics, epidemiology, medical microbiology or related discipline (strong statistical skills required)
• Peer review publications (at least one as first author desirable)

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Proficiency in English. 
• Catalan and/or Spanish desirable.

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 2 years (with an evaluation after the first 6 months) 
• Starting date: as soon as possible
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: 30.000€ - 38.000€ gross annual

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must fill in the request form and 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 28th of March 2025.

The interviews could be placed during the reception of candidatures period.

Diverse candidatures are encouraged, that includes: gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political views.

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 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 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.

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.