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 seeking a fieldworker who is interested in taking over and managing the fieldwork activities of the project INTERCAMBIO (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 fieldworker will work on a project that will assess exposure to heat in outdoor workers, evaluate the associated health effects, co-design with workers interventions to prevent those health effects, and implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention.
Project code: PI5500 – ACRE56
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Distributing biometric sensors to participants on a weekly basis (a new group each week).
- Ensuring correct use of the devices and providing support throughout the week.
- Following up with participants as needed
- Transferring sensor data to a computer and preparing the devices for the next group.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Programming the sensors at the beginning of day.
- Distributing sensors to participants and ensuring they are used properly.
- Collecting the devices at the end of the day.
- Uploading data to the central server.
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
- Master in Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Sciences, or similar areas.
- Experience in fieldwork in epidemiology studies and experience in citizen science and co-creation activities are also of value.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Responsible, punctual, autonomous, and flexible.
- Strong social skills are essential. The candidate must be comfortable interacting with participants from diverse backgrounds, primarily male.
- Previous experience working with similar populations (e.g., male construction workers) is a plus.
- Experience handling biometric sensors and data transfer.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Self-motivation, eagerness to grow professionally and commitment to self- development
LANGUAGE LEVEL
- Proficiency in Spanish.
- Catalan is desirable.
CONDITIONS
- Duration: 1.5 months
- Starting date: 15/09/2025
- Contract Type: Part time (20 hours per week)
- Salary: Technician II
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 11th of September 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.