Oferta de trabajo: Biostatistician for BEGIN Project

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.

Lugar

Barcelona, Campus Mar

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

ISGlobal is seeking a Biostatistician who is interested in taking over and managing activities in The Bipolar Exposome-Gene Interaction Naturalistic (BEGIN) study funded by the Fundació La Marató de TV3. BEGIN aims to explore and clarify the influence of genetic factors related to circadian rhythms and environmental factors, such as air pollution, urbanization, green spaces, light and noise exposure, on the course of Bipolar Disorder. The post holder will work with Dr Léa Maitre, assistant research professor in the area of Exposome research. It will provide opportunities for interaction with other groups (internally, nationally, and internationally) in particular within the Exposome Hub, the data science group and the Environment and Health over the Lifecourse program.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS

• Master in biomedical sciences, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or epidemiology with a strong emphasis on data analysis.
• Knowledge of applied statistics.
• Strong experience in R programming.
• Self-motivated, autonomous person with teamwork skills and ability to work on various projects.
• Professional attitude and excellent attention to detail.
  

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication skills both written and spoken.
• Good level of English (written and spoken).
  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The position will involve preparing the patient database and codebook based on repeated questionnaire data, genetics, sensors, and geographical information system (GIS) modelling extracted variables related to the environment. The technician will also be involved in conducting exposome-wide association studies, in relation to various mental health symptoms in bipolar patients. The technician will also work with large datasets from multiple sources, related to psychiatric disorders and exposome research.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Database preparation in R.
• Conduct advanced statistical analysis in R.
• Machine learning with Python libraries.
• Regular presentation and interpretation of results.
• Valorisation in the form of presentations and papers.

AUXILIARY 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.

SKILLS

• Teamwork.
• Problem resolution.
• Learning capacity and motivation to learn epidemiology.
• Capable of working autonomously.

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.

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Good level of English (written and spoken).
  

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 5 months.
• Contract: Full time.
• Salary Range: Technician IIA (29.465€)
  

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: Biostatistician_BEGIN_Dec24, attach the CV and a Cover Letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate's name and surname.

The receipt of applications will be open until December 25th 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.
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.
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.