Research Assistant (Data management & Analysis)

PURPOSEOFPOSITION

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is the specialized cancer agency of the World Health Organization. The objective of the IARC is to promote international collaboration in cancer research.

The Environment and Lifestyle Epidemiology “ENV” Branch focuses on environmental and lifestyle risk factors, whose knowledge and understanding are critical for effective primary prevention of cancer due to their modifiable nature. ENV’s objectives are achieved through the conduct of collaborative international epidemiological studies, including coordination of international consortia and through the initiation of focused analytical, often multi-country, epidemiological studies.

The aim of the position is to provide support to the Environment and Lifestyle Epidemiology Branch (ENV) in data acquisition, database design, data capture design, data management and analysis.

DESCRIPTIONOFDUTIES

Under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Branch Head, ENV, and other senior scientific staff in the branch, the incumbent performs the following tasks:

1.To assist in the design, technical implementation, documentation, and maintenance of complex databases architecture using the most appropriate IT solutions.

2.To assist in the design, technical implementation, documentation, and maintenance of data capture systems including on paper, online, and on mobile/smart phones using appropriate Software

3.To assist in the periodical updating and manipulation of large databases, ensuring validity, completeness, and internal consistency of data.

4.To assist in the setting up and monitoring of data flow from collaborating centres and correspondence with collaborators, merging of data and quality control checks.

5.To assist in the setting up of digital solutions for information collection in fieldwork studies, monitoring of data quality, preparing data for statistical analyses, implementing statistical calculations according to instructions, , preparing output such as graphs and tables based on the analyses.

6.To regularly document activities in data processing and analyses.

7.To be data steward of the Environment and Lifestyle Epidemiology Branch including keeping the overview of IT used in the branch. To perform any other related duties that may be required by the supervisors.

WHOCOMPETENCIES

·Teamwork.

·Respecting & promoting individual and cultural differences.

·Communication.

·Producing results.

·knowing and managing yourself.

REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Essential:Graduation from secondary school or equivalent, and subsequent training (BTS, DUT or equivalent) in the field of bioinformatics, life sciences, computer science/programing, statistics or related field.

Desirable: University degree in bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, or related field.

PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE

Essential:At least three years’ experience in the field of statistical/computer analysis.

Desirable:Experience in:

a)Using statistical packages and databases.

b)Programming data collection applications.

c)Epidemiology or medical science.

USEOFLANGUAGESKILLS

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

·Knowledge and familiarity of relevant software such as Stata or R for statistics and Microsoft SQL Server for data management

·Proven ability to prepare graphics, present data and edit reports using standard office software such as Word, Excel and Access.

·Knowledge of IT solutions for research. Good communication skills.

·Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team and to adapt to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.

REMUNERATION

The fixed remuneration for the above position currently amounts to EUR 3,396 per month, and is expressed net of income tax but before deduction of the employee share contributions for mandatory participation in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) and in the Organization’s private insurance plans covering health, accident, illness and disability.

Other benefits include different types of leave and allowances for dependent family members.Employment status is that of an international civil servant.

Note: due to the legal status of WHO/IARC as an international organization, its staff do not contribute to and do not generate benefits in French mandatory schemes for health insurance (“assurance maladie”), pension (“assurance vieillesse/retraite or unemployment (“Pôle-Emploi”) throughout their period of employment with the Agency.

ADDITIONALINFORMATION

·This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level or lower.

·This post is subject to local recruitment and will ideally be filled by persons residing within the local commuting area of the duty station.

·Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

·A written test and/or presentation/seminar may be used as a form of screening.

·If your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. IARC/WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

·According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

·Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules, and Manual noting that first year of fixed term contracts is a probationary period which may be extended subject to performance evaluation.

·For information on IARC’s operations please visit: https://www.iarc.who.int, and for more general information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

·IARC/WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The IARC/WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.

·IARC/WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Participating Stateshttps://www.iarc.who.int/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-at-iarc are strongly encouraged to apply for IARC/WHO jobs. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int

·An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. IARC/WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the IARC/WHO Values Charter https://www.iarc.who.int/about-iarc-who-ethics into practice.

·IARC/WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the IARC/WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to IARC/WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment, and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, IARC/WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

·IARC/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

·IARC/WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to fully express and develop their talents.

·The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.