The purpose of this call is to establish a talent pool (reserve list) that may be used for the recruitment of staff when a position becomes available and will be valid until 31/12/2022. The validity of the talent pool may be extended.
EFSA is looking for scientists with a passion for performing/analysing studies in target animals (e.g. pigs, poultry, ruminants, pets & fish), able to contribute to a positive environment for scientific cooperation.
If you are looking for an interesting and challenging opportunity in a leading organisation, then do not hesitate and send us your application still today!
Your key responsibilities
The successful candidate will work under the responsibility of the Head of Unit/Team Leader and will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Contribute to the delivery of EFSA scientific outputs via working groups and the FEEDAP Panelin accordance to the administrative rules and procedures of the Authority
• Perform the assessment of tolerance and efficacy studies including the statistical analysis for feed additive dossiers;
• Manage internal projects, grants and procurements in the field of animal nutrition and production;
• Interact with European, national and international stakeholders related to the scientific activities of the organisation.
Parma is a lively city of around 200.000 inhabitants located in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna and ranked as one of the most liveable cities in Italy. Its centre is rich in art, with architecture from different periods and plenty of parks. Parma is famous for its food, surrounding picturesque countryside and medieval castles. It is strategically located between major cities like Milano and Bologna and within reachable distance from ski resorts, seaside and mountains.
EFSA can offer the selected candidate a contract of 5 years with the possibility of renewal.
The successful candidate will be recruited as Contract Agent Function Group IV with the basic salary starting from € 3.531 monthly, subject to an annual review of remuneration provided for in Article 65(1) of the Staff Regulations.
WHAT ARE THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS?
You must satisfy the following requirements on the closing date for submission of your application:
I. Eligibility criteria
1. General requirements
• Be national of a Member State of the European Union, Iceland or Norway;
• Enjoy full rights as a citizen;
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by laws concerning military service;
• Be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post;[1]
• Have a thorough knowledge of one of the EU official languages and a satisfactory knowledge of another EU language;
• Meet the character requirements for the duties involved.
2. Qualifications
A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies of at least three (3) years attested by a diploma[2] in one of the following fields: veterinary medicine, veterinary science, animal sciences, biology, toxicology, bio-veterinary sciences or related areas related to animal studies.
In case you do not fulfil all the eligibility criteria, your application will not be taken into consideration.
The following competencies will be assessed throughout the different phases of the selection procedure. Candidates are also expected to demonstrate effective communication in both spoken and written English as well as strong motivation for the position.
1. Technical competencies
i. Professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
a. Animal nutrition
b. Animal production
ii. Experience in performing scientific risk assessments of feed additives/feed materials for food-producing animals (including ruminants, pigs, poultry, fish) and/or pets, in particular tolerance studies in target species or efficacy studies;
iii. Experience in managing projects, in particular in the field of animal nutrition, animal production or risk assessment;
iv. Experience in drafting clear, concise and structured scientific publications or opinions in the field of animal nutrition and/or animal production;
v. Experience in communicating scientific outputs to different target audiences,
conveying technical scientific concepts to internal and external stakeholders (both orally and in writing) and make them understandable to the target audience.
2. Behavioural competencies
i. Work with others: Work confidently within a group and contribute to achieve the common goals, understanding own role and how it supports the team and the organisation; able to cooperate, listen actively, manage conflicts and motivate colleagues;
ii. Plan and measure for results: Set ambitious goals that exceed the targets and create plans to achieve them; ensure an efficient and responsible planning and management of resources;
iii. Focus on stakeholder needs: Committed to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and gain their trust and respect;
iv. Deal with ambiguity: Able to work constructively within unexpected and unpredictable situations and show resilience and composure, even in difficult or adverse circumstances; able to decide and act without having the total picture; accept constructive feedback in a positive manner;
v. Demonstrate political savvy and strategic agility: Look beyond the current situation and visualise what the future can bring with a keen sense for arising opportunities and good understanding of how and when to best pursue them; able to think in a creative and innovative way.
NOTE
[1] Before appointment, a successful candidate shall be medically examined by an institution’s medical officer in order that the European Food Safety Authority may be satisfied that he/she fulfils the requirement of article 28(e) of the Staff Regulations of the Officials of the European Communities.
[2] Any academic qualification mentioned in the application form shall be duly supported by evidence (original or certified copies of e.g. diplomas, certification, etc.) Only qualifications issued by EU Member State authorities and qualifications recognised as equivalent by the relevant EU Member State authorities will be accepted. In instances where diplomas are obtained from a non-EU Member State, EFSA may request the candidate to provide a relevant document of comparability issued by a recognised authority.
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