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

ISGlobal is looking for a physician specialized in international health and travel medicine to coordinate and manage the recruitment of participants for a study, within the framework of a European project, to be carried out from the international health service of the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.

The overall project goal is to support the European and global response to the COVID-19 pandemic and VOCs by developing and pooling well characterised COVID-19 cohorts with sufficient genomic information worldwide and linking these with existing European and international initiatives. Thus, collaborating with the public health authorities of the countries of origin by taking advantage of our existing partnership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the execution of research studies (ENDVOC), ensuring adherence to good clinical practices (GCP) and high-quality patient management.
• Engage in participant recruitment and follow-up for research studies in the travel clinic (ENDVOC).
• Provide specialized care to patients at the Travel Clinic of Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, with a focus on febrile illnesses and respiratory infections in travelers and migrants.
• Lead and participate in research projects related to infectious diseases, travel medicine, and global health, with a specific emphasis on febrile and respiratory illnesses.

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

• Problem-solving and adaptability.
• Strong coordination and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster a positive and cooperative work environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Capacity to provide constructive feedback and support team development.

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.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Medical Doctor (MD) specialized in Internal Medicine or Primary Care.
• Experience and expertise in global health, infectious diseases, and/or travel medicine.
• Capacity of managing patients in hospital/emergency environment will be positively evaluated.
• Clinical and research experience in fever syndromes and respiratory infections.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) and Spanish / Catalan.

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Proficiency in English and Spanish.

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 6 months (potentially extendable)
• Starting date: 05/05/2025
• Contract Type: Part time (20 hours per week)
• Salary: Medical Research Fellow B (42.771€ 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 26th of April 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.