ISGLOBAL
Junior Research Leader for Malaria Immunology Group
ISGLOBAL, Villa Espana Colonia, Texas, United States
Organisation/Company ISGLOBAL Department HR DEPARTMENT Research Field Biological sciences Medical sciences Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 26 Dec 2025 - 17:00 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description 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 programmes: 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 looking for an experienced postdoctoral B‑cell immunologist to become junior research leader to establish and consolidate a research line in molecular analysis of B‑cell responses and antibody discovery, with a focus on parasitic infectious diseases. Activities carried out aim to generate basic scientific knowledge on fundamental questions of the human immune response using next‑generation antibody science, and to perform translational research to develop innovative strategies for the treatment and prevention of infections, e.g., vaccines and immunotherapies, with a significant global health impact.
One of the main project is WORMVACS2.0, which objective is to establish an effective pipeline for helminth vaccine development focusing on schistosomes and hookworms, to support control and elimination of some of the world’s most devastating and persistent NTDs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The purpose of the position is to characterise the functional and protective roles of antibodies against parasitic infections.
As part of this research, the plan is to investigate the function and longevity of the immune memory to parasite vaccines, by analysing the B‑cell compartment and the antibody repertoire in samples obtained from field studies and clinical trials.
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
Leadership
Creativity
Multitasking
Problem resolution.
Autonomy
Teamwork
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
PhD in biomedical sciences ideally advanced immunology/infectious diseases
Experience in molecular biology and immunology assays
Experience in B cell assays and flow cytometry
Basic experience/knowledge in processing, managing, visualisation, presentation and analysis of immunology data
Experience in design and interpretation of immunological, vaccinology and infectious diseases biosciences.
LANGUAGE LEVEL
Proficiency in Catalan, English, and Spanish.
CONDITIONS
Duration: until 08/2028 with possible extension
Starting date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full time
Salary: According to ISGlobal internal salary scale
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 26th of December 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
Interview phase of a technical nature, with the team that requires the incorporation, to assess the person’s skills and CV.
Meeting with HR with the finalists 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.
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.
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Offer Description 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 programmes: 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 looking for an experienced postdoctoral B‑cell immunologist to become junior research leader to establish and consolidate a research line in molecular analysis of B‑cell responses and antibody discovery, with a focus on parasitic infectious diseases. Activities carried out aim to generate basic scientific knowledge on fundamental questions of the human immune response using next‑generation antibody science, and to perform translational research to develop innovative strategies for the treatment and prevention of infections, e.g., vaccines and immunotherapies, with a significant global health impact.
One of the main project is WORMVACS2.0, which objective is to establish an effective pipeline for helminth vaccine development focusing on schistosomes and hookworms, to support control and elimination of some of the world’s most devastating and persistent NTDs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The purpose of the position is to characterise the functional and protective roles of antibodies against parasitic infections.
As part of this research, the plan is to investigate the function and longevity of the immune memory to parasite vaccines, by analysing the B‑cell compartment and the antibody repertoire in samples obtained from field studies and clinical trials.
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
Leadership
Creativity
Multitasking
Problem resolution.
Autonomy
Teamwork
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
PhD in biomedical sciences ideally advanced immunology/infectious diseases
Experience in molecular biology and immunology assays
Experience in B cell assays and flow cytometry
Basic experience/knowledge in processing, managing, visualisation, presentation and analysis of immunology data
Experience in design and interpretation of immunological, vaccinology and infectious diseases biosciences.
LANGUAGE LEVEL
Proficiency in Catalan, English, and Spanish.
CONDITIONS
Duration: until 08/2028 with possible extension
Starting date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full time
Salary: According to ISGlobal internal salary scale
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 26th of December 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
Interview phase of a technical nature, with the team that requires the incorporation, to assess the person’s skills and CV.
Meeting with HR with the finalists 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.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr