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

In the framework of the project ENABLE Early Neutralizing Antibodies in infants living with HIV to enhance their life recently granted and funded by EDCTP3 101190620 ISGlobal is seeking an experienced clinical coordinator to provide supervision of activities to take place in Mozambique in collaboration with the CISM-Fundaçao Manhiça. S/he will provide support to researchers, especially to the junior group leaders, and supervise the implementation of activities related to recruitment and of the component involving evaluation of prognostic biomarkers. Part-time position based in Mozambique.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The person selected will provide expertise in clinical research and prognostic biomarkers.

• They will also play a crucial role in coordinating the collaboration and recruitment of patients at CISM, Mozambique, increasing capacity building, based on their more than 25 years experience working closely together.

• Coordination with the sponsor of the study and the Barcelona based ISGlobal team.

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

• Excellent writing, analytical and communications skills in English and Portuguese are essential.

• Candidates must be self-motivated, detail oriented, and highly organized; with the ability to summarize and communicate key information.

• Ability to work independently and in a (virtual) team, in an international, multicultural and deadline-driven environment.

• Proven ability to prioritize, work with deadlines and under pressure.

• Organized, high attention to detail;

• Ability to start new processes and document procedures

• Proactive attitude to identify the needs of the principal investigators and the organization.

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 biomedicine or related topic.

• Medical Doctor with specialization preferable in pediatrics

• Verifiable successful experience in technical writing, proofreading, editing, or other equivalent written communication formats.

• Knowledge and experience in working in LMIC and supervision of junior staff

• Familiarity with Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) activities (public engagement, open access, gender, ethics, science education) will be valued

• Experience working in a research centre will be valued.

• Experience in HIV research project

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Proficiency in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 2 years

• Starting date: January 2026

• Contract Type: Part time (20%)

• Salary: 38.148€ 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 24th of December 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.