Postdoctoral Research Associate

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the multimillion Ineos-Oxford Institute (IOI) for AMR Research within the Department of Biology (University of Oxford). Joining the IOI, Sheppard Lab and PubMLST development team, the researcher will support and analyze large bacterial genome collections to understand the epidemiology and evolution of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in important pathogens.

The successful candidate will develop and apply genome analysis pipelines to identify potentiating mutations and/or gene gains on projects across the IOI and PubMLST network. Bioinformatics techniques will include database-driven analyses and quantitative comparative genomics approaches. They will be close to completion or hold a relevant PhD/DPhil, together with relevant experience,(e.g. bioinformatics, computational genomics) and have Machine learning, and bioinformatic genome analysis experience. computer science or bioinformatics, including bacterial population genomics and/or protein structure prediction for drug target identification.
While being independent researchers able to take the initiative, they will also work closely with other researchers within the Sheppard Lab and the IOI, to integrate their work within the broader research programme. With excellent communication skills, applicants will be able to write for publication, present research proposals and results, engage with a wide range of stakeholders, and represent the research team at meetings and conferences.