Postdoctoral Fellow in Epidemiology of Antimicrobial Resistance

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.The Institute of Biomedicine is involved in both research and education. In both of these areas, we focus on fundamental knowledge of the living cell – what it consists of, how it works, how its function is directed by the genetic material, and how it interacts with various kinds of micro-organisms. Using this knowledge, we try to elucidate the causes of diseases, and find new ways to diagnose and treat them. At present, the institute has about 360 employees and approximately 450 million SEK in total assets.

Subject area 
Epidemiology of Antimicrobial Resistance

Subject area description 
In the Health Geography Group led by Thomas Van Boeckel, we have an interest in the spatial distribution of disease with a focus antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We conduct global, and regional analysis of the distribution of drug use, and drug-resistant pathogens. Our work aims to generate evidence to guide policies to curb AMR around the world. The new postdoc will contribute to, and coordinate our data collection efforts worldwide.

Duties 
We are looking for a conscientious and thorough minded scientist to conduct literature reviews and compile data on antimicrobial resistance prevalence. The ideal candidate will have a background in microbiology, pharmacy or epidemiology.  He/She will also bring his/her own research questions to develop in the broad field of epidemiology of AMR. The candidate will contribute to the expansion of  resistanbank.org: an open access repository for point-prevalence surveys on antimicrobial resistance.

Eligibility 
The eligibility criteria for employing teaching staff are set out in Chapter 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in the Appointment Procedure for Teaching Posts at the University of Gothenburg. 

To be eligible for appointment as a postdoc, the applicant is required to have a doctoral degree, a doctoral degree in art or a foreign degree that is deemed to be equivalent to a doctoral degree. This eligibility requirement must be met before the employment decision is made. 

In the first instance, those who have completed their degree no more than three years prior to the end of the application period shall be considered. Those who have completed their degree more than three years prior to the end of the application period may also be considered in the first instance if special grounds exist. Special grounds relate to leave of absence due to illness, parental leave, commissions of trust within union organisations, service within the defence services or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or service/assignment relevant to the subject area.  

Assessment criteria 
Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for academic positions are given in Chapter 4, Section 3 - 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance.

- Oral and written fluency in English is an essential requirement.

- Demonstrable experience in conducting systematic reviews is an essential requirement

- Prior experience with collecting data from low- and middle-income countries, although not essential is an advantage for this position

-Knowledge of French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian  although not essential is an advantage for this position.

The successful candidate will (i) be familiar with literature reviews, the PRISMA methodology, and meta-analysis (ii) have a good understanding of basic microbiology including susceptibility testing methods, (iii) have prior experience with collection of AMR data in low-income setting (iv) ability to conduct basic analysis in the statistical programming language R .

Employment 
The employment is full time and temporary, two years with the possibility of one year's extension, with placement at the Institute of Biomedicine. First day of employment as agreed.

Selection process 
 How to apply: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande#S%C3%A5-h%C3%A4r-g%C3%A5r-rekryteringsprocessen-till 

Contact information 
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Thomas Van Boeckel, Associate Senior Lecturer. E-mail: thomas.van.boeckel@gu.se

Unions 
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande 

 Application 

Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.  

The application should contain:


• A cover letter giving a brief description of previous research experience, and a motivation to why you are applying
• A CV including a list of publications
• Proof of completed PhD
• Contact details of two references

Applications must be received by: 2023-02-21.

 

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Salaries are set individually at the University.

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