Expires on: 02/04/2024
Description
Join our dynamic research team at the University Medical Center Groningen, The Netherlands, as a highly motivated Postdoc in Pathogen Genomics and Antimicrobial Resistance. Contribute to cutting-edge solutions for the diagnosis and management of bloodstream infections (BSI) within the Horizon Europe-funded DRAIGON consortium.
As a Postdoc, you will:
- Design patient inclusion criteria and determine outcome parameters for data collection
- Conduct comparative analysis of AMR prediction using short-read and long-read sequencing technologies
- Develop and standardize an end-to-end workflow for profiling pathogens and detecting AMR from pre-enriched cultures
- Collect and integrate clinical data alongside standard-of-care diagnostics and sequencing data
- Supervise the PhD student(s) recruited to the project
- Collaborate closely with researchers, technicians, and international partners in an interdisciplinary group
How to Apply:
To apply, use the digital application form at the bottom of this page. Only submissions through this form will be considered. Applications will be accepted until February 4, 2024, or until the position is filled. Submit a complete application, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact details of two professional references.
Eligibility
- PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, or a related field
- Demonstrable experience or a strong interest in molecular microbiology, laboratory techniques, and next-generation sequencing
- Collaborative spirit to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team and with clinical partners
- Experience in experimental design, bioinformatics, and data analysis
- Excellent organizational and communication skills