Veterinary Microbiologist Research Position in One Health Antimicrobial Resistance
14 hours ago
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen
We are seeking an experienced veterinary microbiologist to fill a 2-year postdoctoral position. The successful candidate will contribute to the scientific and teaching activities of the research group One Health Antimicrobial Resistance (OHAR) within the section of Veterinary Clinical Microbiology.
The postdoc will be responsible for specific tasks within the EU Joint Action on Antimicrobial Resistance and Healthcare-Associated Infections (JAMRAI2), focusing on surveillance of antimicrobial resistance, and strengthening antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control in veterinary medicine, livestock production, and environmental settings using a One Health approach.
Our Research Focus
- Development of diagnostic tests and methods to reduce and rationalize antimicrobial use in animals.
- Optimization of veterinary antimicrobial use to minimize selection and spread of antimicrobial resistance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research independently and collaboratively as part of the OHAR research group led by Prof. Luca Guardabassi.
- Deliver lectures for the Infection Microbiology and Veterinary Paraclinics courses within the veterinary study curriculum.
- Apply for funding to support research within the two focus areas of the OHAR group.
- Participate in online and in-person meetings for Work Packages 6, 7, and 8 of the JAMRAI2 project.
Required Qualifications
- A Master's degree in Veterinary Medicine.
- A PhD in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field.
- Previous postdoctoral experience.
- An outstanding publication record relative to career stage.
- Excellent scientific writing and oral communication skills.
- Experience in supervising PhD, MSc, and BSc students.
- Knowledge of basic concepts in antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control.
Desirable Qualifications
- Research experience in antimicrobial resistance.
- Experience in metagenomics.
- Research experience in veterinary mycology.
- Experience in veterinary clinical practice.
Benefits and Working Conditions
- Salary and pension benefits according to the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC.
- Working hours: 37 hours per week.
- Fixed-term contract with potential for extension based on performance and project needs.
- Employment at the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, University of Copenhagen.
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