Physician and Researcher in the field of International...

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 and the Hospital Clinic of Barcelona are looking for a candidate research physician specializing in internal medicine and with special training in infectious diseases and tropical / imported diseases. This position is ideal for a candidate combining both clinical and research experience in infectious diseases willing to deep dive into malaria.

The candidate will be part of the clinical trial team working at the International Health Department at ISGlobal / Hospital Clinic and will work nationally and internationally on the CUREMAL project.

The CUREMAL (Innovative Transformative CURE for MALaria: Rapid-Action Combinations to Replace Artemisinins) project, is a multicentre project to fight against antimalarial resistance, consisting on two sequential clinical trials on the development of new antimalarial drugs. ISGlobal is leading the WP on the clinical trials.

The candidate will collaborate in research activities on malaria and antimalarial agents, building on existing collaborations. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, developing strategic research questions, designing and implementing research protocols, and developing and reviewing study documents, summarizing findings and writing medical reports.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the design and development of research projects including clinical studies (epidemiologic and clinical trials) and obtain grant funding in the field of international health.

• Ensuring all study procedures are of good quality and are carried out per good clinical practices, with an emphasis on the clinical management of patients.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Contribute to the design and development of research projects including clinical studies.

• Ensuring all study procedures are of good quality and are carried out per good clinical practices, with an emphasis on the clinical management of patients.

• Designing and reviewing research documents

• Evaluate and interpret clinical data and results from malaria studies.

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 and independence.

• Critical thinking, analytical interpretation and problem resolution.

• Learning capacity.

• Medical knowledge and scientific writing

• Active listening and assertive communication

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

• Medical Doctor with specialization in internal medicine.

• Experience and knowledge on issues related to Global Health and International Health.

• Additional profiles will be considered if highly motivated researchers in other related disciplines.

• Previous experience conducting clinical research in infectious diseases.

• Record of obtaining research funding and publishing in peer-reviewed journals

LANGUAGE LEVEL

• Fluent in English

• Spanish proficiency.

• Basic knowledge of French is desirable

CONDITIONS

• Contract: part - time, 3 months

• Salary: According to ISGlobal internal salary scale

• Work-Life Balance: 36 days off per year (23 vacation days + 13 personal days)

• Start date: July 2026

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must complete the application form and upload a CV and a Cover Letter. Each document must be clearly named with the candidate’s name and surname.

Applications will remain open until 9th of July.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted and interviewed as applications are received. Interviews may take place during the application period.

We encourage diverse applications, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political beliefs.

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.