Postdoctoral Researcher in Epidemiology and Data Analysis of antimicrobial resistance for the Animal Health Program [ref. 186/24]

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Epidemiology and Data Analysis of antimicrobial resistance for the Animal Health Program [ref. 186/24]

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Offer DescriptionIRTA is currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Researcher to join our research team in the field of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) with a One Health Perspective within the . The postdoctoral researcher will work in the “Join Action Antimicrobial Resistance and Health Care-Associated Infections” aiming to lead the fight against AMR through joint and coordinated action across Europe, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration among countries, institutions, and sectors, to safeguard the effectiveness of antimicrobial. The researcher will focus on setting up the basis for piloting studies in antimicrobial surveillance using phenotypic and genotypic tools, such as minimal inhibitory concentration, and next generation sequencing technologies (Illumina and Nanopore), together with the implementation of IPC measures including biosecurity in animal health to reduce the consumption of antimicrobials.We invite applications from ambitious candidates with relevant research experience and passion to conduct research and innovation activities mainly on the field of antimicrobial stewardship and AMR surveillance.

• Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Applying AMR surveillance using phenotypic and genotypic tools including Next Generation Sequencing Technologies (Illumina and Nanopore).
• Identification and description of the key-components for IPC/biosecurity in veterinary medicine and evaluate these in different longitudinal practice-oriented case-studies.
• Performance of literature review, data collection and management, involving statistical analysis.
• Contribution to the high scientific and technological impact projects in the field of data science/epidemiology in collaboration with the group of researchers in antimicrobial stewardship.
• Execution of scientific and technical tasks and taking part in the planning and execution of the planned studies to ensure the achievement of milestones of research projects and contracts.
• Contribution to positioning the Program as a group of excellence through regular peer-reviewed publications, contributions at national and international congresses.
• Actively contribution to fund-rising through the preparation and submission of project proposals for public competitive calls and for contracts with the private sector, as well as reporting process, such as writing progress and final reports of research activities.
• Contribution to the teamwork and team-spirit in the research line and in the Animal Health Program, fostering collaboration and integration activities.

Required qualifications and experience:

• PhD in Life Sciences, Veterinary Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Experience with bioinformatics software and data processing for Illumina and Nanopore (NGS).
• Knowledge on statistical analysis and familiarity with data analysis software.
• Proven experience in research skills: literature review, experimental design and implementation, data analysis, and scientific article writing.
• Managing surveys and databases for collection of data and information.
• Dissemination skills: presentation/communication skills, and technical writing.
• Capacity to successfully develop collaborative research links with national and international research organizations.

Desirable requirements:

• Knowledge of One Health, zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance research.
• Experience in supervising BSc and MSc students.

Proven experience in public and private funding.

• Languages:
• High level in English language.
• Spanish and Catalan languages are valued.

Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsRequired qualifications and experience:

• PhD in Life Sciences, Veterinary Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Experience with bioinformatics software and data processing for Illumina and Nanopore (NGS).
• Knowledge on statistical analysis and familiarity with data analysis software.
• Proven experience in research skills: literature review, experimental design and implementation, data analysis, and scientific article writing.
• Managing surveys and databases for collection of data and information.
• Dissemination skills: presentation/communication skills, and technical writing.
• Capacity to successfully develop collaborative research links with national and international research organizations.

Languages ENGLISH Level GoodResearch Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicineAdditional InformationBenefitsEmployee Benefits: 22 vacation days, 3 days of family & work conciliation, 45h of personal days, Friday afternoon off, Compressed Summer schedule from 15/06 to 15/09, Conciliation scheduleAdditional commentsTimings in the Recruitment Process of ref. 186/24 Postdoctoral Researcher in Epidemiology and Data Analysis of antimicrobial resistance for the Animal Health Program43 natural daysPublication and diffusion of the job advertisement on IRTA’s website, EURAXESS Jobs, social media and other specific recruitment places.5 following working daysDistribution of the pre-selected CVs which match eligibility criteria to the Recruitment Committee. Communication via e-mail with the not pre-selected candidates who will not be further included in the process.20 following working daysRecruitment Committee:– Communication via e-mail with the not-selected candidates by the Recruitment Committee.– Interview with selected candidates by the Recruitment Committee.– Accord of the Recruitment Committee stating the selected candidate and detailed reasoning for the decline of the rest of the candidates.– Communication via e-mail with the interviewed and not-selected candidates10 following working daysProvision by the selected candidate of requested legal and official documentation to the HR department to coordinate the start of the candidate.First trimester 2025Start of employment Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute IRTA Country Spain State/Province Barcelona GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityCaldes de Montbui WebsiteStreetTorre Marimon Crta. C-59, Km. 12,1 Postal Code08140STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Caldes de Montbui, Barcelona

Job date

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 02:44:59 GMT

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