RESEARCH TECHNICIAN FOR MIGRANT HEALTH RESEARCH AREA

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 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.
The activities will be carried out in the framework of the project ISMiHealth, funded by the Department of Research and Universities of the Generalitat de Catalunya ( PROD ).
Lugar ISGlobal - Campus Clínic WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR ISGlobal is seeking a full-time research technician who is interested in taking over and managing activities of a technology transfer project that is carried out by the Migrant Health research area.
The overall project goal is to evaluate, improve and scale-up an innovative solution for screening of multiple diseases.
The focus of the Migrant Health research area is the evaluation of public health interventions aimed to improve the health of migrants at different levels of care (Primary care, antenatal care, blood banks…).
Also, we have developed systematic reviews and evidence-based guidance on screening of infectious diseases for migrant populations.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS Degree and/or Master in Global health/Public health.
Familiarity with modern database and information system technologies The ideal candidate will also have experience applying mixed methods in research.
Proficient in MS Office Research-related training in Public Health or Epidemiology and translational research areas will be considered SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Strong motivation to engage in interdisciplinary and intersectoral network wide training activities Interest in technology transfer and innovation in research.
Data management skills and use of statistical software.
experience using one of the following programmes, STATA or R Experience in qualitative data analysis using NVivo software  Willingness to participate in network-wide training events, dissemination and engaging activities Experience in migrant health Experience in process evaluation will be desirable Skills in writing and reporting Good organisational skills Good communications skills Can work in groups Supporting the implementation of the project’s technological solution.
Supporting the execution of a process evaluation of the project, including participatory research tasks.
Supporting data entry to the digital information systems, ensuring adequacy, accuracy, and legitimacy of data.
Developing systems, procedures for data management, assisting in performing data-related tasks.
Collaboration in the preparation of technical and scientific reports, conference abstracts, presentations and journal papers.
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 asessment process.
SKILLS Teamwork.
Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team Excellent organization and coordination skills Problem resolution Learning capacity Computer skills (word, power point, excel) Ability to meet deadlines Excellent oral and written communication skills Self-starter with ability to work unsupervised 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 Strong skills in English and Spanish, written and oral CONDITIONS Duration.
8 month and half (approximately).
Starting date.
14 November (approximately).
Finish date.
31 July (approximately).
Contract.
Full time Category.
Technician II B Salary Range.
According to ISGlobal Salary scale.
Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position.
RTechnician_MigrantHealth_Oct24, 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 08 November 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 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 pass.
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.