All of Sciensano’s actions are guided by the health of humans and animals. In particular, we strive to create a safe working environment that promotes the development of each person as well as the development of science. Inclusion, diversity and the fight against discrimination are at the heart of our concerns.
In this regard, Sciensano has set itself the goal of achieving gender equality, removing gender-based structural barriers and preventing potential future disadvantages. For us, the pursuit of equal opportunities also includes promoting a pleasant workplace and improving the compatibility of work and family life for all our employees.
In 2021, we strengthened our involvement in this domain with the preparation of an ambitious but realistic Gender Equality Plan (GEP). By involving all actors within our organization in the process, we also strive for a culture of equal opportunities and contribute to a better quality of research.
Our Values and Standards
What we believe in
Strengthening health monitoring requires constant innovation by combining our best scientific, managerial and human skills. In our quest for excellence, we progress by focusing on the Institute’s priorities and our personal contribution.
Decisions must be taken by the right people at the right time. To achieve this, it is essential that everyone feels involved and takes the initiative. This feeling of responsibility commits us to action and contributes to the success of the institute.
A quality working environment based on respect and a willingness to help allows us to develop with confidence and to become more aware of the world around us. It stimulates us to take initiative and strengthens our commitment to public health.
Curiosity, enthusiasm, openness to others, dialogue and the search for innovation are all elements that foster collaboration. We want to carry out our mission by cultivating this richness. It can take different forms and be established with a wide variety of partners, both internal and external. Co-creation is the ultimate outcome of this value, enabling the Institute to face complex challenges.
In addition to rigour, objectivity and ethics inherent to our scientific approach, the results and opinions that we communicate cannot be influenced by external pressures. Our independence is the guarantee of our positive contribution to public health and of course also of the trust placed in us.