Global emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) are among the biggest challenges for human and animal health.
The Genomic Epidemiology research group at DTU National Food Institute has as the primary task to conduct targeted research with the aim of predicting and preventing infectious diseases in humans and animals, and supporting global detection, surveillance and control, with a specific focus on AMR. The research group combines expertise in conventional and molecular microbiology with epidemiology and bioinformatics. For this, the Group is engaged in several projects analyzing the genomics of single mainly bacterial isolates and metagenomes.
The group has also developed online metagenomics and WGS tools for bacterial genome analysis, which are accessed by users around the world. The group has full access to Computerome (Danish National Supercomputer for Life Sciences). In addition, the group ensures availability of intellectual expertise and technology to execute the project, including all facilities for molecular biology experiments, bioinformatics facilities, and expertise in whole genome sequencing, metagenomics, and machine learning.
The Research Group for Genomic Epidemiology seeks a candidate for a vacant Research Assistant position focused on the epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance in livestock and associated risks to human health, including how these risks are influenced by antimicrobial use in livestock production. The results generated in the project will be integrated into an existing model designed to predict how antimicrobial resistance may change under potential future changes in the regulation of antimicrobials in livestock production.
Responsibilities and qualifications
As a formal qualification, you must have a two-year master’s degree in engineering or equivalent, preferably with a background in quantitative data analysis within epidemiology, microbiology, bioinformatics, veterinary public health, or a related field. Experience with quantitative epidemiological analysis, programming (Python or R), data management, and statistical computing is an advantage.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
The period of employment is 2 years. Starting date will be 1 September or according to mutual agreement.
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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor, Håkan Vigre, hvig@food.dtu.dk, +45 40601303
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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 31 July 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file The file must include:
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
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