POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN EPIDEMIOLOGY AND DATA ANALYSIS OF ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE FOR THE ANIMAL HEALTH PROGRAM

IRTA 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 Animal Health Program. The postdoctoral researcher will work in the EU-JAMRAI 2 “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.Head of the Program: Dr Natàlia MajóProgram’s key researcher/s for this position: Dr Lourdes MiguraJob location: IRTA-CReSAFull-time position: 37.5 h/weekTerms of appointment: temporary position for 2 years with the possibility of an extension of one more year.Gross Annual Salary: 33,409€ (category F).Employee 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 schedule.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.Application process:If you wish to be considered for this position, please, apply via our Recruitment Platform to the job post with reference 186/24 and upload your CV and motivation letter until 07/01/2025. All information will be treated in the strictest confidence.