Research Assistant for EARLY Project

Organisation/Company

ISGLOBAL

Department

HR DEPARTMENT

Research Field

Psychological sciences

Researcher Profile

Other Profession

Positions

Master Positions

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

14 Mar 2025 - 17:00 (Europe/Madrid)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon 2020

Reference Number

101095392

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

Yes

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 highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Research Assistant focusing on youth mental health determinants. The candidate will work closely with the ISGlobal Health Economics Group and collaborate with partners from the H2020 EARLY project. The position and salary will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and experience.

The EARLY project is a collaborative initiative aimed at advancing the understanding of mental health challenges across Europe and beyond. EARLY brings together 19 institutions from 14 countries, including academic partners and key stakeholders. The project’s goal is to strengthen knowledge and develop targeted, evidence-based intervention strategies to support youth mental health.
Within this framework, the research assistant will contribute to a range of activities, including systematic reviews, qualitative research, survey development, and data analysis, supporting efforts to improve exposure measurement and data integration for youth mental health research.
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the integration of relevant data sources into a dataset on youth mental health determinants.
• Identify gaps in existing exposure datasets through qualitative research and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee the implementation of a cross-sectional survey, ensuring proper monitoring of data collection.
• Contribute to the advancement of evidence on youth mental health determinants through a systematic review and research synthesis.
• Facilitate effective collaboration with project partners to ensure consistency in methodologies and outputs.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Support the development of the Living Common Dataset by identifying and reviewing datasets related to youth mental health determinants and systematically extracting relevant information.
• Design and implement a qualitative study to identify missing risk factors in existing datasets, coordinating engagement with relevant stakeholders and research partners.
• Contribute to the refinement and execution of a cross-sectional survey, assisting with finalisation, monitoring online data collection, and supporting data analysis as needed.
• Participate in the finalisation of a systematic review, conducting quality checks, completing data extraction, and contributing to the manuscript write-up.
• Analyse and interpret research findings using appropriate qualitative and quantitative methods, contributing to the overall objectives of the EARLY project.
• Prepare research outputs, including written reports, academic publications, and presentations for dissemination to scientific and policy audiences.

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

• Teamwork.
• Problem resolution.
• Learning capacity.
• Previous experience in project management.

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

• Master's degree or higher in public health, epidemiology, psychology, health economics, social sciences, or a related field.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Prior experience in research related to youth mental health, social determinants of health, or related topics is desirable.
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, including the validation of instruments used in research.
• Experience conducting literature reviews and systematic reviews.
• Familiarity with the systematic review software Covidence is preferred.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English, with experience in drafting scientific reports or manuscripts for publication. Knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.
• Ability to synthesise complex information and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Excellent command of English.
• Proficiency in Spanish is an advantage

CONDITIONS

• Duration: 12 months
• Starting date: 15/03/2025
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Research Assistant D (30.055€ 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 14th of February 2025.

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 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.

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.

Website

https://jobs.isglobal.org/jobs/5597291-research-assistant-for-early-project

Research Field

Psychological sciences

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

ISGlobal

Country

Spain

Geofield

State/Province

Spain

City

Barcelona

Website

http://www.isglobal.org

Street

Rosselló, 132 5-2º

Postal Code

08036

E-Mail

job@isglobal.org

Phone

932279892

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