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 full-time predoctoral researcher to join the research group of Cathryn Tonne, focused on climate action and health within the Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health research program.

The PhD project will contribute to and build on work conducted through the Horizon CATALYSE project and the European Regional Centre of the Lancet Countdown for Climate and Health related to the health burden attributable to wildfire smoke in Europe. The project will use a range of multi-country health datasets to conduct epidemiological studies of the relationship between wildfire smoke, mortality, and morbidity, examining the most relevant windows of exposure and the potential role of wildfire adaptation efforts in reducing exposure and health effects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting analysis and drafting original articles for publication in high quality journals
• Disseminating findings at conferences, workshops, and through the study website
• Collaboration with the study teams and external specialists

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Adhering to group best practices

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

• Ability to work effectively as part of team.
• Problem resolution.
• Self-directed learning.

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

• Candidates must have obtained a University Degree and a Master’s Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, biomedicine, or a related discipline within the European Higher Education Area (minimum 300 ECTS - European Credit Transfer System, of which at least 60 are at master’s level), or an equivalent University Degree that allows to start a PhD thesis in Spain by the fellowship starting date. 

NOTE: The selected candidate will be assessed for eligibility by the corresponding PhD programme following the University's admission criteria. Admission to the University PhD programme will be managed after completion of the selection process.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent quantitative skills with programming experience (preferably in R).

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Proficiency in English.

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 3 years
• Starting date: as soon as possible
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Predoc C (23.119€ 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 11th of November 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.