Postdoctoral Research Assistant on ERC: Join an ERC Advanced project led by Craig MacLean to study the evolutionary biology of antibiotic resistance. We are seeking a lab-based Postdoctoral Research Assistant to investigate the processes driving antibiotic resistance in human hosts, combining clinical trial data with lab experiments.
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Assistant
Research Area: Antimicrobial Resistance
Location: 11a Mansfield Road, Oxford, OX1 3SZ
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in evolutionary microbiology or experimental evolution.
- Strong interest in applying ecological and evolutionary approaches to combat antibiotic resistance.
- Laboratory research experience.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team.
Job Description: As a Postdoctoral Research Assistant, you will play a key role in studying the evolutionary biology of antibiotic resistance. Your responsibilities will include:
- Phenotypic and genomic analysis of Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from a clinical trial.
- Conducting large-scale evolution experiments under controlled lab conditions.
- Collaborating with a diverse team, including computational postdocs, PhD students, and research assistants.
- Regular interaction with researchers in Oxford and across Europe.
- Applying ecological and evolutionary approaches to combat antibiotic resistance.
Terms of Employment:
- The position is available for 3 years, with a possible extension to 5 years.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send inquiries with their CV to craig.maclean@biology.ox.ac.uk.
Last Date for Apply: The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon (GMT +1) on Wednesday 25th October, with interviews likely to be scheduled for early November. Applications must be submitted online via the University of Oxford’s e-recruitment system, including a supporting statement and CV.
Join us in addressing the fundamental threat of antibiotic resistance through cutting-edge research in evolutionary biology!
