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.
As part of its translational activities, ISGlobal offers scientific-technical services through several Core Facilities (CF) within the CERCA network, which leverage the cumulative know-how and expertise of its staff and infrastructure, including the Immune Response and Biomarker (IR&B) CF.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
ISGlobal is seeking a Junior Coordinator to support the day-to-day management of the CF IR&B (https://www.isglobal.org/en/immune-response-and-biomarkers) established by the Malaria Immunology Group that offers a wide range of laboratory analyses including antibodies and biomarkers, quantified by commercial and customized immunoassays (ELISA, Luminex) and Olink technologies. The overall functions are to organize the laboratory services, managing the communications with clients, suppliers and ISGlobal administrative and translation departments, and maintaining the ISO 9001 quality system processes, in coordination with the senior technicians and directors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordination of the day to day activities of the CF IR&B at ISGlobal, ensuring high-quality service delivery, efficient communication with internal and external users, being the main point of contact with clients and suppliers, in coordination with the Directors and the technicians, and ISGlobal departments. Compliance with ISO 9001.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Know the principles of the laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Respond to technical consultations of clients
Recommend appropriate techniques and kits for the client needs in consultation with technicians and Directors
Prepare budgets and manage timelines
Give instructions to clients for sample preparation and shipment
Coordinate laboratory analytical work with technicians
Coordinate procurement of materials with suppliers
Coordinate purchases processes and invoices with ISGlobal administration
Communicate and explain results of services to clients
Maintain service documentation and quality records in accordance with the ISO 9001 quality management system
Manage the satisfaction surveys and register of CF-related publications
Manage the social media of the CF
Other duties appropriate to the role as requested by the facilllity directors.
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
Excellent organizational skills and able to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Adapt to changing job requirements and prioritize in multiple concurrent projects.
Learning capacity
Multitasking and efficient management
Teamwork
Problem resolution
Creativity
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
BSc and MSc in Biotechnology or related biological disciplines (biochemistry, biomedicine) with theoretical and practical laboratory background in protein expression, biomarker measurement, immunoassays and molecular biology techniques.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
The purpose of the position is to coordinate and manage the day-to-day functioning of the CF, ensuring high standards of quality in sample analysis, data generation and reporting, while considering opportunities for innovation and expansion.
Experience/knowledge in basic molecular biology and immunological techniques including cell culture, PCR, protein expression, immunoassays and singleplex/multiplex biomarker quantification
Experience in handling biological samples and lab documentation.
Basic experience in data management, descriptive statistical analysis/presentation and results interpretation
Interest in quality management systems (ISO 9001), laboratory services
International mobility and experience in foreign laboratories will be an asset
Interest in translation, innovation, quality systems and entrepreneurship
Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
Professional attitude with attention to details
Capable of setting and meeting deadlines and delivering outputs to the required standards
Team player, yet capable of working autonomously, rational and critical thinker
Effective oral and written communication skills
LANGUAGE LEVEL
Proficiency in Catalan, English, and Spanish.
CONDITIONS
Contract: 3 years with possible extension (full time position)
Salary: Tec II D
Work-Life Balance: 36 days off per year (23 vacation days + 13 personal days)
Start date: September 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 21st of August.
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.