65Z7 - Pre-Doctoral Position

buscojobs España; Burgos; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research foundation in Spain is seeking a pre-doctoral researcher focused on youth mental health. The role involves working on projects designed to enhance adolescent health through innovative eHealth platforms, with responsibilities including program implementation and stakeholder engagement. A Master’s degree in a health-related field and relevant research experience are required. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to addressing societal needs through research.

Formación

• Master’s degree related to Psychology, Medicine, or Public Health is required.
• Between 1 to 4 years of research experience needed.
• Experience with international projects and publications is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Support co-creation and implementation of mental health programs.
• Assist users during trials and conduct stakeholder interviews.
• Contribute to dissemination activities including manuscripts and presentations.

Conocimientos

Research experience

Language skills in English and Spanish

Experience with school-based studies

eHealth platform development

Educación

Master’s degree in a health-related discipline

Descripción del empleo

Research Field : Medical sciences » Health sciences

Researcher Profile : First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions : Research Support Positions

Country : Spain

Type of Contract : To be defined

Job Status : Full-time

Offer Starting Date : 13 May 2025

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? No

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Fundació Privada per a la Recerca Sant Joan de Déu, created in 2002, conducts research in biomedical and social spheres at various centers including the Maternal and Infantile Hospital of Esplugues and others associated with the Hospital Order San Juan de Dios.

Our research team includes distinguished professionals, and we aim to incorporate top scientific profiles. Working with us means engaging in a multidisciplinary environment focused on healthcare and societal needs.

Commitment with "HR Excellence in Research"

Our foundation endorses the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for Recruitment, and promotes open, transparent, merit-based recruitment aligned with European Commission policies. We received the "HR Excellence in Research" logo in September 2018, reflecting our commitment to fair and transparent HR policies.

Equality at Research Foundation Sant Joan de Déu

We promote diversity in all our job offers and ensure equal opportunities through mechanisms like gender-balanced recruitment committees. We encourage applications from persons with disabilities and do not restrict based on citizenship or gender.

Data Protection

We prioritize the protection of personal data. By applying, you consent to the use of your data for recruitment purposes, as detailed in our Data Protection Policy.

Allegations and Appeals

Candidates can submit complaints or appeals regarding the evaluation process to All inquiries will be addressed.

The research group "Epidemiology of Mental Health Disorders and Ageing" led by Dr. Josep Maria Haro seeks a pre-doctoral researcher to work on youth mental health, collaborating with Dr. Rodrigo Antunes Lima.

The project IMPROVA aims to co-design, pilot, evaluate, and scale a modular eHealth platform to improve adolescent mental health, detect issues early, and reduce stigma. It involves a large, interdisciplinary team and will include a randomized controlled trial across several European countries, involving 8,000 adolescents, with comprehensive evaluation methods.

Similarly, the project ePro-Schools will develop and evaluate an intervention platform to promote physical activity and healthy eating among adolescents, involving a co-creation process with stakeholders and a focus on socially disadvantaged groups.

Key responsibilities include supporting the co-creation and implementation of these programs, assisting users during trials, conducting stakeholder interviews, and contributing to dissemination activities such as manuscripts and presentations.

Qualifications required :

• A Master’s degree in a health-related discipline (Psychology, Medicine, Public Health, etc.) or a closely related field.
• Research experience in the field, including international projects and publications.
• Experience with school-based studies or eHealth platform development.
• Language skills in English and Spanish; knowledge of Catalan is a plus.

Research Field : Medical sciences » Health sciences

Years of Research Experience : 1-4

Additional Information

Contract duration : 6-12 months, with 37.5 hours / week, flexible hours, and potential partial remote work.

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