Oferta de treball: Technician to support the coordination of the Implementation Science Hub

In the framework of our Centre for Excellence Severo Ochoa Programme (CEX2023-001290-S), we are seeking a technician to support the coordination of the ISGlobal Implementation Science Hub.   

The candidate will report to the Hub Director Caterina Guinovart.

This position will be supported by funding from the “Centro de Excelencia Severo Ochoa 2024-2028” Program (CEX 2023-0001290-S) from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, and the Spanish Research State Agency (MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033).
 

• Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent degree in public health, epidemiology, or a related discipline by the position start date
• Previous experience in implementation science research and a record of peer-reviewed publications in this field 
• Previous experience in implementation research and in policy translation in LMIC settings will be considered a positive aspect
• Previous capacity leading multidisciplinary research teams including epidemiologists, economists, social scientists, statisticians, implementation scientists, field workers, clinicians, etc…
• Knowledge in design and analysis of mixed-methods approaches in research to evaluate the operational performance of different health interventions 
• Previous experience developing delivery strategies guidelines and recommendations at the national or international level
• Proven experience mentoring  and training researchers in implementation science methodologies
• Proven experience working in diverse low-resource settings with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders, including close links with national health authorities
• Proven success in building and maintaining partnerships with other projects, local organizations, host country governments, and international agencies.
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a high level of data management and analysis with Stata. 
• Candidates should be fluent in English and Portuguese
   

The candidate will support the management and coordination of the ISGlobal’s Implementation Science Hub and related activities, such as:

• Organizing short courses on Implementation Science
• Position ISGlobal as an international reference in Implementation Science through different communication channels (webpage, conferences, workshops, etc…)
• Provide scientific support to ISGlobal research groups in Implementation Science
• Create links between the ISGlobal ImpSci hub other institutional hubs or programs related to implementation science, such as TDR from WHO
• Coordinate the hub meetings and report to the Scientific Direction of ISGlobal
• Travel to Mozambique and/or other destinations might be required.
   

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.

• Teamwork.
• Problem resolution.
• Learning capacity.
• Team leading.
• Respectful environment.
• Mentoring.
• Willingness to help.
• Analytical 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 accountable to ensure ISGlobal’ policies and procedures.

• Candidates should be fluent in English and Portuguese.
   

• Duration: 1 year renewable     
• Starting date: 1st January 2025
• Contract: part time 
• Salary Range: According to experience and profile

Applicants must fill in the request form  and include the following code reference position: ImplementationScienceHub_SO2_Nov24, 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 6/12/2024.

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.
 

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.