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The role

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Molecular Microbiology and Genomics.

The post is part of the European Partnership on Animal Health and Welfare consortium (https://www.eupahw.eu/), an EU-funded programme aimed at controlling infectious diseases of animals and promoting animal welfare.

The post is for a full-time researcher for up to 17 months, to start as soon as possible. The successful applicants will work within the Infection and Immunity subunit at the School of Veterinary Medicine (Dr Arnoud van Vliet and Prof Roberto La Ragione). 

The objective of this role is to identify genomic markers and colonisation/virulence determinants of avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) and other animal pathogenic microbes, and to investigate the spread and persistence of antimicrobial resistance in such microbial pathogens. The knowledge derived from the project will be used to inform epidemiological and diagnostic studies, with the concepts of One Health.

The research at the School of Veterinary Medicine is at the forefront of understanding and alleviating the threats that environmental and climate change pose to health in animal and human populations. In line with the One Health philosophy, our research is highly multidisciplinary and multi-institutional. 

About you

Candidates should have a relevant PhD/DPhil (or be near completion), in addition to holding a first degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Zoology, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine or equivalent). The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular microbiology, genomics, and bioinformatics. A track record of publishing in high quality journals and experience of working well independently and also as part of a team are essential.

The role will suit a highly motivated candidate who is interested in addressing real-world challenges. You shall use genomic approaches to identify novel markers for bacterial pathogenesis and spread of antimicrobial resistance.

How to apply

Please submit a CV and cover letter with your application on the University Website.  For informal enquiries please contact Dr Arnoud van Vliet (a.vanvliet@surrey.ac.uk) or Prof. Roberto La Ragione (r.laragione@surrey.ac.uk).

 Interviews will be held in the fourth week of October 2024.

Further details
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In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.