Job offer: PhD student for ACROBAT Newborns Project

ISGlobal is looking for a PhD student with experience in epidemiological methods and proficiency in statistical and mathematical modelling implemented in particular within R software to help us supervise activities under a EDCTP3 project where several technological, laboratorial and clinical studies in LMIC settings will be implemented. 
 

• Speciality in Biomedicine or similar 
• Competencies and skills: Communication, Teamwork and collaboration, Commitment, Proactivity, Integrity, Critical and Analytical thinking.
• High level of English and preferably Portuguese and French.
• Expertise in epidemiological studies, 
• Expertise in statistical analysis of study results
• Knowledge of field implementation activities in low and middle countries environment.
   

• Support the development of studies with the preparation of protocols, design, collection of data and data analysis:
   

Contribute to the following objectives of the study:

• To determine the prognostic performance of the Minimal Viable Product (MVP) of X-trem device for the triage and risk-stratification of (all-cause) sick newborns in hospitals of four Sub-Saharan African countries.
• To compare sTREM-1 with a wide range of biomarkers and prognostic algorithms to further demonstrate the competitive advantage of our device, while opening new avenues of innovation in neonatal care. 
   

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.
• Supervision of students/collaborators

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 .
 

• High level of English
• Knowledge of Portuguese and French
   

• Duration: 3 years (36 months)
• Starting date: 01/01/2025
• Contract: Full-time
• Salary Range: predoc B (24.933€ gross annual)
   

Applicants must fill in the request form and include the following code reference position: PhDstudent_ACROBAT_Oct24, 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 the position is fullfiled.

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.