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
We are looking for a GIS technician to join our dynamic teams in child-health and air pollution research.
The position will involve data collection, cleaning, and processing on Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing for its later spatial and statistical analysis of three projects
1. Climate Action to Advance Healthy Societies in Europe (CATALYSE project). This Project is coordinated by ISGlobal and receives funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement number: 101057131 (https://catalysehorizon.eu/# )
2. Youth hEAlth from a Holistic perspective (YEAH project). This project has received funding from the European Union’s, Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON) under GA No 101155977
3. ENGENE project funded by La Marató TV3 under reference 202216-30-31
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Transfer and manage data from the studies
- Carry out cleaning, quality control, and documentation of used databases
- GIS and Remote Sensing data collection, integration and processing, using GIS Desktop software (QGIS) as well as Spatial Databases (PostGIS, Spatialite)
- Development of efficient Python/R-based workflows to process spatial data
- Provide input on the interpretation of the results
- Prepare tables and maps for use in publications and reports
- Provide input on development of methods sections of publications and reports
- Provide support to the researchers of the group
- Maintain close contacts with the national and international research teams
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
- Motivated researcher capable of setting and meeting deadlines and delivering research outputs to the required standard
- Strong organization and team-working skills
- Professional attitude with attention to details
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Team player, yet capable of working autonomously, rational and critical thinker
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
- Higher education in geography or related topics
- Preferable Master/Course in GIS or related technologies (Spatial Databases, Relational Database Management Systems, Spatial Analysis, Programming)
- Familiar with QGIS, Python and/or R for spatial and statistical analysis, SQL Spatial and Remote Sensing
- Strong programming statistical skills (R/Python)
- Previous experience in processing and managing of complex data and large datasets
- Keen interest in environmental exposure and health research
LANGUAGE LEVEL
- Proficiency in English
CONDITIONS
- Duration: 15 months
- Starting date: Septemeber 2025
- Contract Type: Full time
- Salary: According to ISGlobal internal salary scales
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 1st of August 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.
