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Postdoctoral researcher in climate change and urban health projects

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9 Jan 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
ISGLOBAL
Department
HR DEPARTMENT
Research Field
Economics
Environmental science
Engineering
Computer science
Medical sciences
Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country
Spain
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
HE
Reference Number
GA 101057131 and GA 101094639
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
Yes

Offer Description

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.

Venue

Barcelona

Context and Mission

We are recruiting an enthusiastic, self-motivated post-doctoral researcher with strong quantitative analysis skills to join our dynamic team in the Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health research programme. The researcher will work at the intersection of two Horizon Europe funded projects: Climate Action To Advance Healthy Societies in Europe (CATALYSE, GA 101057131) and the Urban Burden of Disease Estimation for Policy Making (UBD Policy, GA 101094639). Both projects have received funding from the European Union’s, Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON).
CATALYSE aims to provide new knowledge, data and tools to close the knowledge-to-action gap to accelerate climate change action and protect public health in Europe. UBD Policy aims to improve the estimation of health and well-being impacts and socio-economic costs of major urban environmental hazards. 

The postdoctoral researcher will develop projections of future health burdens attributable to urban environmental exposures affected by climate change mitigation (e.g. air pollution, green space) under detailed, policy-relevant scenarios developed through the CATALYSE project. The research will leverage a large dataset of 1000 cities developed through UBD Policy, to explore in depth the implications of European climate policy on urban health. The researcher will be based in the research groups of Research Professors, Cathryn Tonne, coordinator of CATALYSE and Mark Nieuwenhuijsen, coordinator of UBD Policy. The researcher would be embedded in the large, international, inter-disciplinary CATALYSE and UBD Policy consortiums, benefitting from the networking and training opportunities for early-career researchers implemented through both projects. 
 

    Key Responsibilities

    Responsibilities include conducting novel research quantifying the future health burdens attributable to urban environmental exposures in Europe, with a specific focus on vulnerable populations (e.g. children, elderly, low socioeconomic position). 
     

    Specific Duties

    • Conducting statistical analyses and leading manuscripts for publication 
    • Coordinating large health and environmental exposure databases 
    • Drafting original articles for publication in high impact journals
    • Disseminating findings at conferences, workshops, scientific journals, and other channels
    • Playing an active role to in the CATALYSE and UBD Policy consortiums 
       

    Auxiliar task

    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.

    Requirements

    Research Field
    Computer science
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Research Field
    Environmental science
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Research Field
    Engineering
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Research Field
    Economics
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Research Field
    Medical sciences
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Skills/Qualifications
    • Good interpersonal, communication, presentation, and academic writing skills and ability to work independently.
    • 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.
    Specific Requirements

    Training and experience /Qualifications

    • PhD (or equivalent) in epidemiology, environmental health, biostatistics or related discipline 
    • Demonstrated record of scientific achievement in epidemiology or environmental health; experience with health co-benefits of climate change mitigation is an asset 
    • Experience with statistical analysis and managing complex data in R 
    • Excellent quantitative and programming skills
    • Motivated, self-directed researcher capable of setting and meeting deadlines and delivering research outputs 
    • Strong organization and team-working skills
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills 
    • Proficiency in English (written and spoken) 

      Language level

    • Proficiency in English (written and spoken) 

    Additional Information

    Benefits
    • Duration:24 months 
    • Starting date:    01/04/2024
    • Contract: Full time
    • Salary Range: According to experience and profile
    Eligibility criteria

    Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: PostdocCT_CATALYSE_UBD_Jan24, 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 15th of February 2024
    Applications will be accepted until 17.00 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.

    We welcome diverse candidates according to 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.

    Work Location(s)

    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    ISGLOBAL
    Country
    Spain
    State/Province
    International - N/A
    City
    Barcelona
    Postal Code
    08036
    Street
    Rosselló, 132 5-2º

    Contact

    State/Province
    International - N/A
    City
    Barcelona
    Website
    Street
    Rosselló, 132 5-2º
    Postal Code
    08036
    E-Mail
    gema.corral@isglobal.org
    Phone
    932274879