DTU Fødevareinstituttet is hiring an Academic Specialist to play a central role in the EU Reference Laboratory for Antimicrobial Resistance (EURL-AMR). You will combine advanced laboratory expertise with coordination and quality assurance to ensure the continuity of long-running EU reference laboratory activities, acting as a key interface between laboratory operations, quality systems, and EU stakeholders.
What You'll Do
- Plan and execute EURL-AMR activities under mandates from the European Commission.
- Coordinate proficiency test schemes, including design, material production, result evaluation, and reporting.
- Perform hands-on and supervisory functions for phenotypic antimicrobial susceptibility testing, including interpretation of complex AMR phenotypes.
- Provide scientific oversight of genotypic AMR and whole-genome sequencing–based analyses, integrating phenotypic and genotypic results.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality-assured laboratory procedures and documentation, including SOPs and templates.
- Coordinate laboratory work planning, including task prioritization, timelines, and efficient use of resources.
- Prepare technical reports, scientific documentation, and deliverables, contributing to EU-funded projects and international collaborations.
- Lead capacity-building activities, including developing teaching materials and providing laboratory-based instruction to partner labs and staff.
What We're Looking For
- A master's or PhD degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or a closely related field.
- Documented experience with antimicrobial resistance and reference laboratory–level AMR work.
- Strong hands-on experience with phenotypic AST methods, including broth microdilution.
- Experience with whole-genome sequencing and bioinformatics analyses applied to AMR.
- Experience working within quality-assured and accredited laboratory environments.
- Ability to manage complex tasks independently and take responsibility for coordination, planning, and follow-through.
- Clear and professional communication in both spoken and written English.
- Ability to thrive in an international, collaborative, and multidisciplinary environment.
Technical Stack
- Phenotypic antimicrobial susceptibility testing (broth microdilution)
- Whole-genome sequencing
- Bioinformatics analyses
- ISO/IEC 17025
- ISO/IEC 17043
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Research Group for Global Capacity Building within DTU National Food Institute.
Benefits & Compensation
- Interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere focused on research, teaching, innovation, and scientific advice.
- High level of professionalism and skills development as an integral part of the organization.
- Great flexibility in the position.
- Compensation based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based at the DTU Lyngby Campus.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
