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 Research Technician who is interested in supporting the Clean Cities project under the Urban Planning, Environment and Health Initiative. The overall project aim is to consolidate and translate the evidence related to air pollution, school environments and health to stakeholders to generate impact for Clean Cities Campaign nationally and within Europe. ISGlobal has identified a strategic opportunity to build synergies within the Clean Cities activities focusing on school environments. Project objectives are to: 1. extend our current work to include more cities and stakeholders in Spain by using existing networks more effectively to share experiences, resources, and practices and facilitate replication of activities among cities; 2. reach diverse public administrations since competencies regarding mobility and urbanism are shared among different sectors by raising awareness and influence public administrations (municipalities, regional governments, etc) to approve policies regulations that promote healthy and safe school environments; and 3. Build capacity of Spanish municipalities to include health in diverse urban sectors..
The Research Technician will support the Clean Cities Campaign project through diverse activities, working closely with project leaders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support all aspects of the Clean Cities project
- Work with project coordinators to ensure timely accomplishment of project´s objectives and deliverables
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Support the development of an online course on monitoring and evaluation for local urban technicians and decision makers
- Conducts interviews and searchers to identify case studies and tools related to the course
- Work with the project leaders and communication team to create translation and policy material (written and graphic) Prepare written material related to the project, ie reports
- Collaborate in a participatory process with selected Spanish cities in the Clean Cities Campaign
- Provide administrative support to the project
- Attend meetings related to the CCC and take minutes as requested
- Other duties as assigned
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 solving
- Capacity and motivation to learn
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
- Undergraduate degree in social or biological sciences
- Graduate training in public health or related field is valued
- Previous experience in research, such as literature reviews and health communication
- Experience working in policy is valued
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexibility
- Willingness to travel to within Spain
- High level of English and Spanish are required
- Familiarity with Microsoft office software, data analysis skills are valued
LANGUAGE LEVEL
- Proficiency in English and Spanish.
CONDITIONS
- Duration: 10 months
- Starting date: 01/09/2025
- Contract Type: Part time (20 hours per week)
- Salary: According to ISGlobal internal salary scale
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 23th of July 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.
