Scientific Assistant - Animal Health Team

Would you be interested in joining the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) as an interim via Randstad Italia? If you have a good proficiency in English and previous experience in animal health and biosecurity, this could be your chance to work in a multicultural and dynamic environment.

We are looking for a Scientific Assistant to work in the Animal Health Team.

EFSA is committed to supporting the careers of people with visible and invisible disabilities that are encouraged to apply to Randstad open positions to be deployed at EFSA. The purpose of EFSA is to be globally accessible to any person regardless of their age, gender, culture, or ability, to foster the greatest degree of independence.

Retribuzione annua: 28000€ - 34000€

Esperienza: 1 anno

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of English (at least C1 level);
• Previous experience in animal health, biosecurity, epidemiology, disease control, risk assessment;
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in animal health, biosecurity, epidemiology and / or related areas;
• Behavioural competencies: working with others, analysis and problem solving, drive for results, good level of autonomy.

Assignment

Initial contract of 3 months, with possibility of extension. Expected duration of assignment 12 months.

Salary

Approx. €2259 per month before taxes.

Work modalities

Office work required on at least 2 days per week. Remote work possible within 2 hours from EFSA's premises in Parma, Italy, for the remaining days.

Please provide an English Europass template CV.

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Responsibilities

• Provide technical-scientific support in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data on animal diseases;
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific opinions and documents on risk assessment and disease control;
• Support the organization and documentation of working group meetings and expert consultations;
• Conduct scientific literature reviews (systematic reviews) on specific pathogens or biosecurity measures;
• Assist in the preparation of communications and presentations on risk assessment findings;
• Collaborate in the drafting of guidelines and protocols for disease surveillance and management in wildlife;
• Participate in the reporting process of the EUPAHW project results to relevant stakeholders.