Postdoc for the early-life chemical exposome 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.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

ISGlobal is looking for a technician to work on an NIH funded project entitled “Early-life environmental exposure mixtures and biological age acceleration in children and adolescents: susceptibility, potential interactions and underlying mechanisms”. This project is funded through a NIH–R01 grant, led by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York. The main aim of the project is to conduct a longitudinal investigation with extended follow-up through adolescence using an innovative multi-omics analytical framework, that will advance the knowledge about the joint impacts of prenatal exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals and their interplay with diet, obesity and inflammatory and metabolic pathways on the dynamics of telomere length and adolescent health. The technician will be involved in all aspects of the project, including preparation of the data and samples from the HELIX subcohort.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate the preparation of datasets and biological samples from the HELIX subcohort for the project
• Organise the shipment of biological samples from the HELIX subcohort to the appropriate lab for proteomics analysis
• Participate in project meetings.

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

• Responsible, flexible and with problem solving skills.
• Team player, yet capable of working autonomously, rational thinker.
• Eager to learn and proactive.
• Excellent organisation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

• Masters in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated expertise in epidemiology or environmental health studies
• Demonstrated experience in cohort data harmonization, especially knowledge of harmonization procedures and FAIR data infrastructures.

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Proficiency in English

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 2 years
• Starting date: 01/06/2025
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Postdoc C (32.367€ gross annual)

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 28th of May.

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 form