Associated Researcher_INTERCAMBIO

European Commission; España; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Barcelona Institute for Global Health seeks an Associated Researcher for the INTERCAMBIO project, focusing on promoting mental and physical health in changing work environments due to climate change. This part-time role involves coordinating literature evaluations, developing communication tools, and publishing findings in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Formación

• Experience in systematic evaluation of literature required.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to professional growth.
• Ability to establish good working relationships across cultures.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate systematic evaluations of the literature.
• Develop communications tools based on research work.
• Write scientific papers describing research results.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Problem resolution

Learning capacity

Educación

PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Sciences, Statistics or similar areas

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company ISGLOBAL Department HR DEPARTMENT Research Field Environmental science Medical sciences Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Other Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 10 Jul 2025 - 17:00 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe Reference Number 101137149 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

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 motivated Associated Researcher to work on the INTERCAMBIO project (Interventions to promote mental and physical health in changing working environments due to climate change, sustainable work practices, and in green jobs). INTERCAMBIO has received funding from the European Commission (101137149) under the call HORIZON-HLTH-2023-ENVHLTH-02-02 – “Evidence-based interventions for promotion of mental and physical health in changing working environments (post-pandemic workplaces)”. The Associated Researcher will work on a project that will systematically evaluate published evidence regarding relevant occupational exposures among workers in different industries.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate systematic evaluations of the literature with a team of researchers using up to date methods
• Develop communications tools based on this work.
• Write scientific papers describing the results.
• Participate in project meetings and present project results in scientific conferences.

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

• Teamwork.
• Problem resolution.
• Learning capacity.

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 Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Sciences, Statistics or similar areas.
• Experience in systematic evaluation of literature.
• Self-motivation, eagerness to grow professionally and commitment to self-development
• Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 1 year
• Salary: According to the ISGlobal salary scale

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 30/06/2025.

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.