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This is a P-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

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.PURPOSE OF POSITION

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), is the cancer agency of the World Health Organization (WHO) and is based in Lyon, France.

The overall goal of the Genomic Epidemiology Branch (GEM) is to improve the understanding of cancer onset and survival, and to improve early detection of cancer.

To coordinate projects focused on cancer epidemiology with a major focus on head and neck cancers, and the role of human papilloma virus, germline susceptibility variants and clinical outcome. This position builds upon the work being undertaken in several large NIH and EC funded projects based on large case series.

Under the direct supervision and overall guidance of GEM Branch head, the incumbent will coordinate projects focused on identifying causes of poor survival with a particular focus on head and neck cancers, as well as integration of blood, normal tissue and tumour based biomarkers for early detection and prognosis. The position involves coordinating major international consortia projects, with the long-term objective to improve early detection and prognostic strategies in head and neck cancers.

The GEM branch is investing in projects aimed to understand etiology as well as improve early detection and prognosis of multiple cancers, including head and neck.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

  1. Coordinate major consortia-based projects, with a particular focus on head and neck cancers, these projects will investigate:
    1. The role of Human Papilloma Virus “HPV”
    2. Disparities and delayed diagnosis in multiple settings
    3. Genomic analysis of head & neck cancer.

This will involve the following specific tasks:

    1. Develop study-protocols;
    2. Liaise with internal and external collaborators to establish necessary agreements, organize sample shipments, biochemical analyses, and preparation of study databases;
    3. In coordination with technical staff, monitor progress and accuracy of samples and data collected, and organize study databases;
    4. Analyse genomic and HPV large datasets as well as the interaction with lifestyle and other agents
    5. Contribute to writing grants’ proposals to assist in research funds mobilisation from competitive sources;
    6. Prepare grant progress reports and scientific manuscripts in GEM related studies focusing on head and neck cancers, in particular relating to genomic and HPV analyses;
    7. Present scientific results to study group and to partners at scientific conferences.
  1. Contribute to the development of a new or ancillary projects related to head and neck cancer, or other cancers.
  2. Lead on specific grant applications.
  3. Contribute to the design, planning, and/or conduct of other studies relevant to GEM branch objectives.
  4. Assist in writing scientific manuscripts or reports, in addition to grants’ proposals to attract and mobilise research funding from competitive sources.
  5. Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

COVID-19 MEASURES

Due to the evolving situation resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic, and depending on work requirements, this position may be partly occupied remotely, from the home of the candidate selected in the region Lyon, according to the teleworking clause for force majeure currently in force as part of the IARC teleworking policy during this pandemic period.

WHO COMPETENCIES

  • Producing results
  • Building and promoting partnerships across the organisation and beyond
  • Fostering integration and teamwork.
  • Technical expertise.
  • Communication.
  • Moving forward in a changing environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Essential: PhD in molecular or genetic epidemiology or another closely related field.

Desirable: -

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Essential: At least two years of postdoctoral experience conducting studies in the field of cancer epidemiology. Experience in the following areas is also required: i) studies of cancer prognosis, ii) cancer genetics, iii) management of multi-partner projects, and iv) fieldwork in cancer related studies.

Desirable: Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable:

  • Coordination of cancer related studies in low or middle-income settings.
  • Experience related to head and neck cancers.
  • Experience related to global health and/or to disparities in cancer.

USE OF LANGUAGE SKILLS

Expert knowledge of English.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of cancer epidemiology and/ or genomics.
  • In-depth experience in the conduct of genomic type studies.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners.
  • Proven ability to draft scientific manuscripts and familiarity with the preparation of grant applications.

OTHER SKILLS (e.g. IT)

  • Knowledge of Microsoft office 365 applications

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 49,254 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 1,309 per month for the duty station indicated above (subject to change). Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
  • A written test and/or seminar presentation may be used as a form of screening.
  • In the event that 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.
  • Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to IARC/WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
  • WHO staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
  • For information on IARC’S operations please visit: www.iarc.fr
  • IARC/WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
  • IARC/WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice.
  • IARC/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
  • Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Participating States are particularly encourage.
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