Predoctoral researcher ALL-TARGET

  • Barcelona
  • 17.000 € al año
  • Temporal
  • Tiempo completo
  • Hace 23 días
Offer DescriptionPhD position offered at the Institut Químic de Sarrià-Universitat Ramon Llull (Barcelona)DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated graduate student with a master's degree in health science with interest in data analysis or any field related to data science who has a keen interest in health science areas. Previous experience or training in psychology is welcome.You will be part of the Applied Data Analytics and Modeling IQS (ADAMIQS) research group at IQS School of Management, Universitat Ramon Llull (IQS-URL), ranked #21 in the 2024 QS World University Ranking by subject in Business and Management Studies (#1 in Spain).The candidate must show a strong research interest to pursue a PhD with the objective: EVALUATING QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS ALONG WITH LEUKEMIA TREATEMENTS.You will have the unique opportunity to join a team working on a European project called project ALL-TARGET: Precision medicine randomized trial for patients with relapsed or refractory T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia based on a functional approach by the Accelerate Together Rare Cancer Treatment (ATTRACT) call.This project, which is developed in collaboration with different hospitals and research centers such as Josep Carreras Leukemia Research Institute, is at the forefront of precision medicine research.Research topicThe ALL-TARGET project aims to validate the added value of a precision medicine strategy for patients with relapsed or refractory T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL) by running a randomized prospective pragmatic trial in 6 European countries. Apart from the clinical trials, other relevant outputs of the project include the definition and the evaluation of health-related quality of life (HRQoL).Assessment of HRQoL has become increasingly important in oncology because it has the great potential to provide valuable outcomes to support clinical decision-making further, potentially shaping the future of leukemia treatments. In addition, understanding HRQoL can help identify and inform supportive therapy needs both during and beyond treatment cessation.Therefore, the research goal is to define and measure the evolution of patients' HRQoL during treatment using data from electronic records provided by medical experts and from a mobile application used by patients to share and interact with other patients. This challenge is developed by an interdisciplinary team of psycho-oncologists, data analysts, patient advocates, and T-ALL researchers.RequirementsResearch Field Computer science » Modelling tools Education Level Master Degree or equivalentResearch Field Medical sciences » Cancer research Education Level Master Degree or equivalentResearch Field Medical sciences » Health sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsRequired Qualifications/SkillsCandidates must not hold a PhD yet and meet the following requirements:
  • Have a master's degree or equivalent in health science with interest in data analysis or any field related to data science who has a keen interest in health science areas.
  • Be proficient in English and have good communication and team skills.
Specific RequirementsAdditional MeritsCandidates having any of the following merits will be valued highly:
  • Knowledge of psychology.
  • Experience with patient associations.
  • Experience in programming and data analysis such as for example in Stata, R, MATLAB, and/or Python.
Languages SPANISH Level ExcellentLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Computer science » Modelling tools Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Medical sciences » Cancer research Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Research Field Medical sciences » Health sciences Years of Research Experience 1 - 4Additional InformationBenefitsSelected candidates will receive a salary of 17.000€ as PhD student per year from September 2024 to September 2026 (3 years) to join the European ATTRACT Project ALL-TARGET. Moreover, selected candidates will be enrolled in a PhD program at Universitat Ramon Llull.Eligibility criteriaPre-selection and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.Selection processApplication documents1. Academic record: You must submit the academic transcripts of your qualifications (undergraduate and postgraduate studies).2. At least one recommendation letter.3. Cover letter explaining how the candidate's experience aligns with the ADAMIQS Research Group's fields of research and the ALL-TARGET Project (max. 800 words).Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institut Quimic Sarria (IQS) - Universitat Ramon Llull Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08017 Street Via Augusta, 390 GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityBarcelona WebsiteStreetVía Augusta, 390 Postal Code08017 E-Mailseleccion@iqs.url.edu Phone932672040STATUS: EXPIRED

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