Post Doctoral Fellow
Role Overview
A postdoctoral research fellow position is available in a multi-grant programme focused on genomic epidemiology and pathogen genomics.
The role works collaboratively with another lab-based postdoctoral researcher and Infection Research Unit faculty.
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Role overview
A postdoctoral research fellow position is available in a multi-grant programme focused on genomic epidemiology and pathogen genomics.
The role works collaboratively with another lab-based postdoctoral researcher and Infection Research Unit faculty.
Research responsibilities
- Lead large-scale genomic epidemiology analyses of bacterial and viral pathogens using whole-genome sequencing and genomic surveillance.
- Investigate pathogen evolution, transmission dynamics, and antimicrobial resistance where applicable through comparative genomics, phylogenetics, and outbreak investigation.
- Track bacterial lineages, viral variants, and resistance plasmids across human, animal, food, and environmental One Health settings.
- Help develop integrated genomic surveillance frameworks for public health, infection prevention, pandemic preparedness, and antimicrobial resistance control.
- Support PhD students, ensure project pathogens are sequenced, and contribute to analyses needed to meet research goals.
Requirements
- PhD from a reputable university in genomics or a related discipline.
- Experience completing assigned research tasks and beginning to manage own workload.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate on multiple tasks with competing demands and deadlines.
- Well-developed reasoning and problem-solving skills.
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