JOB DESCRIPTION

The IGTP is looking for a Research Assistant for the Community Health Unit inside the European project titled “Understanding and preventing the impact of endocrine disruptors on the hypothalamus-pituitary axis in sensitive populations” (HYPIEND, proposal number 101137440) granted in the call for proposals HORIZON-HLTH-2023-ENVHLTH-02 (Environment and health (Single stage - 2023). The tasks related to the offered position are linked to the final phase of the interventional studies included in the project.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Collection & Analysis:

• Surveys, experiments, fieldwork, or interviews for data collection.
• Statistical software like SPSS, R, Python, or STATA for data analysis.
• Qualitative analysis tools like NVivo or ATLAS.ti

Draft reports, papers, and summaries of findings. An RA may be responsible for helping to write sections of research papers or grant proposals.

• Presenting data and research findings to research teams or other stakeholders.
• Follow protocols precisely, record data accurately, and identify inconsistencies or issues in data collection.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Required level of education.

• Higher level training cycle in clinical and biomedical laboratory
• Relevant coursework: strong academic background
• Subject-Specific Knowledge: Familiarity with key theories, methodologies, and concepts related to the research project is crucial.

Technical Skills: 

• Knowledge of tools for gathering and analysing data. 
• Lab Skills: Hands-on experience with lab equipment, conducting experiments, and recording data.
• Computer skills: Proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and more specialized tools, depending on the research area.  
• Professional background in clinical settings
• Experience in fundraising would be an asset. 
• Interpersonal skills and experience in presenting;
• Time management
• Ethical Awareness and compliance
• Problem solving.  
• Project management and coordination experience. 
• Negotiation skills.
• Capacity to collect and organize information efficiently.
• Good communication skills.
• Team-working skills.
• Computer skills.
• Experience in analyzing data and good knowledge of Stata and/or R.
• An excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of Spanish and Catalan would be an asset.
• Commitment to service.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Indefinite contract (Science law 2011/14 - Indefinido por actividades científico-técnicas)
• Part-time contract
• Start date: November 2026
• Gross annual remuneration inherent to the square objected to this call, will be fixed based on the experience provided and the skills of the candidate, distributed in 12 payments.
• Flexible payment (childminding vouchers).
• 23 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters.
• Training capsules by the company.
• Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge.

Location on the Can Ruti Campus, a first-class translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

https://www.germanstrias.org/es/research/salud-comunitaria/4/mujer-y-salud

HOW TO APPLY

Interested persons must attach to the application:

• Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
• Updated CV.
• Contact of 2-3 references.

Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems, following the process described below:

Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.

Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.

Applications that do not meet the requirements, that are not included in the cases foreseen or that are not processed in accordance with the established procedure will not be considered in the selection process.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The call for applications will close on November 15th