Company
About the Organization
Sciensano is a renowned scientific institute that is dedicated to the challenge of uniting science, health and society. Sciensano is made up of about 1000 passionate workers who are committed every day to serving human and animal health through a variety of activities carried out in a professional and independent framework. Thanks to its long tradition of scientific expertise, Sciensano has distinguished itself as a leading scientific and public institution, but also as a key player in the interconnection between human health, animal health, and the environment ! Today, Sciensano draws its strength and specificity from a global and multidisciplinary approach to health, mobilizing unique research angles with the objective of contributing to the health of everyone.
More about Sciensano at : www.sciensano.be
Job description
Wanna give your training a strong societal turn ?
We are looking for a motivated Master's student to join our Health Risk and Impact Assessment team.
The Health Risk and Impact Assessment Unit is involved in several national and international public health research projects.
This internship is part of the European HYPIEND project, which aims to evaluate the effectiveness of primary school interventions designed to reduce children's exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Within this project, data are collected through questionnaires and standardized measurements. The internship will focus primarily on two data sources:
- three-day food diaries completed by parents using the MyFood24 platform;
- analysis of the ingredients of personal care products used by children, with a focus on endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Sciensano : The ideal place for your Internship. Doing your internship at Sciensano means choosing to give your training a strong societal turn, through an immersion in our stimulating work environment made up of people dedicated to shaping a better future in the field of health. Do you think you have the talent, the desire to learn and the commitment that we are looking for in our future intern? Then don't wait any longer! At Sciensano, our employees are a strength and deserve our full attention. You will discover an organization with a human face, where the development of people is a priority, and where your mentor is a dedicated scientist whose mission is to accompany you on a journey of discovery and excellence. You will evolve in a warm environment where the values of kindness, inclusion, diversity, respect and openness become reality.
You like what you are reading ? Amazing ! Then, your tasks will involve :
- Reviewing and validating parents' food diaries according to a standardized procedure.
- Contacting parents by phone or email to obtain additional information when needed.
- Entering and updating collected data.
- Performing preliminary analyses of the food diaries.
- Participating in data collection activities in primary schools located in the Liège and Namur areas (carpooling provided and travel expenses reimbursed).
- Entering data collected during field activities.
Profile
Degree : Master's student in Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, (Bio)statistics, Epidemiology, Environmental Health or a related field.
General skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling sensitive data.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with parents.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive attitude while knowing when to seek guidance.
- Availability to participate in data collection activities in schools.
- Respect for confidentiality and ethical standards in handling research data.
Technical skills
- Basic knowledge of and interest in nutrition and public health.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
- Ability to quickly learn new digital tools, such as MyFood24.
- Ability to follow standardized validation procedures and perform accurate data entry.
Language skills
- A good working knowledge of both French and English is essential.
We offer
The Offer :
- A full-time internship at a renowned scientific institute
- A dedicated mentor who will accompany you throughout your internship
- The opportunity to connect with leading scientists in your field
- A clear internship convention between you, your institution and us
- A stimulating internship environment to strengthen your expertise or acquire a first great experience
Application deadline : August 31, 2026.
Contact
Send your application quickly via our website : https://www.sciensano.be
What happens next ?
1° Our recruiters will analyze each application
2° We will then send you an email to inform you of the decision made based on your cv and cover letter
3° The candidates whose application best matches the position will be invited for an interview
