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 postdoctoral researcher who is interested in providing support in performic bioinformatic analyses, interpreting the resulting data and writing manuscripts related to the projects FIS 2020 “Genomic characterization of vulvar squamous cell carcinomas and its precursor lesions” and FIS 2023 “Gene expression profiles of the three subtypes of vulvar cancer”. The overall goal of these projects is to explore the genomic and transcriptomic background of this type of cancer, which remains poorly characterized at the molecular (genomic and transcriptomic) level. 
The team is composed of two pathologists (both with shared dedication between hospital duties and research), one full-time post-doctoral researcher, three full-time PhD students in their first year, one part-time PhD student, and one program manager, based at ISGlobal, providing administrative support. 
 

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Translational Medicine, Biology, Biomedicine or related discipline.
• Masters in Bioinformatics or related training.
• Experience in designing and writing high-quality scientific papers.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced skills in R software and statistics- capacity to manage and integrate complex data using adequate packages (essential).
• Capacity to filter, integrate and analyze large and complex datasets of genomic, transcriptomic and clinical data and to interpret integrated results (essential)
• Previous research expertise in analyzing exome sequencing and gene expression data (essential)
• High level of enthusiasm and motivation; passion for research! (essential)
   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks will be to provide support in molecular data analysis, using a variety of bioinformatic tools, and interpretation of results, design and writing of manuscripts and grants. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting the data and to write the resulting manuscripts, in collaboration with other members of the team. The successful candidates are also expected to contribute to the supervision of junior members of the team and to participate in the scientific discussion of related projects. Strong motivation and passion in exploring the main fields of the research are essential. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Conducting bioinformatic and statistical analysis and drafting original articles for publication in high-quality journals.
• Contributions to scientific report preparation and grant preparations.
• Collaboration with the study teams and external specialists.
• Participation in preparation of grants.
   

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 asessment process.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills, as part of the team composed of professionals working in different locations (Pathology 
  Department of Hospital Clinic and ISGlobal)
• Strong capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated track record of achievement.
• Problem resolution.
• Learning capacity.
   

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 6 months of initial contract, with possibility to continue with indefinite-term contract after this time    
• Starting date: 16 of September
• Contract:  full time
• Salary Range: Postdoc D

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: Postdoc_Bioinformatic_Sep24, 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 September

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 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.
 

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.