DATA SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

Descripción 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 the following main areas, Malaria and other Infectious Diseases,  Maternal, Child and reproductive Health, Urban Health and Child and environmental health, Climate & Non-Communicable Diseases.
ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.
Lugar Barcelona, Campus Mar WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a motivated data scientist to join the Biomedical Data Science Research Group of Dr.
Paula Petrone at ISGlobal, created in the framework of the Severo Ochoa Program, with the vision of leveraging data analytics and machine learning to improve health care outcomes.
This is a unique opportunity for a motivated data scientist to contribute and carry out research that has social impact and responds to unmet medical needs.
The data scientist will develop novel research that applies advanced analytics and machine learning approaches to biomedical data and real-world evidence.
Previous experience in the biomedical imaging field is not a requirement but highly desirable.
Interest is additionally expressed for candidates with demonstrated  experience in the field of bioinformatics and signal processing.
This position offers flexible time working, opportunities to learn and develop and an atmosphere of collaboration, creativity and work-life balance.
Women are encouraged to apply.
KEY RESPONSABILITIES AND SPECIFIC DUTIES Analyze and integrate medical data from various sources, including clinical records, biomedical imaging, and genomic data.
Develop and implement advanced data analytics and machine learning models to extract insights from complex datasets.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to interpret data and apply findings to real-world healthcare challenges.
Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in bioinformatics, machine learning, and data analytics.
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS Bioinformatics degree with strong expertise in Data Science Solid programming experience in Python.
Experience developing algorithms or building data solutions, and integrating and managing datasets from multiple sources.
Hands-on experience using one of the following deep learning libraries.
Tensorflow, PyTorch  Experience of analyzing clinical/healthcare data is desirable.
Be willing to work in an interdisciplinary team within a highly collaborative environment 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 accountable to ensure ISGlobal policies and procedures.
LANGUAGE LEVEL Fluent in English CONDITIONS Duration.
6 months Starting date.
15th of  August Contract.
Full Time Salary range.
Tehcnician II D HOW TO APPLY Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position.
DataTechnician_July24, attach the BLIND CV (without personal data) and a Cover Letter.
Each attached document must be named with the candidate name and surname.
The receipt of applications will be open until 19th of July .
Applications will be accepted until CET of the closing date.
Only the applications submitted through the request form will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The interviews could be placed during the reception candidatures period.
Diverse candidates 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.
ISGlobal supports the initiative #ScienceforUkraine.
Therefore, to sustain Ukraine’s presence in the European Research Area and international scholarly community, candidates from Ukraine on all levels of scholarly career are welcome.
students, PhD candidates, early career researchers and senior scholars.
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.