Technical University of Denmark - Postdoc in the research group Foodborne pathogens and epidemiology

The National Food Institute at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) invites applications for a position as a Post doc in foodborne disease epidemiology.

So, if you are establishing your career as scientist and you are looking for the best possible foundation for fulfilling your dreams and ambitions, this is your chance. In the Research group Foodborne pathogens and epidemiology at DTU, you will have the opportunity and freedom to break new ground at the absolute forefront on epidemiological modelling of foodborne infections as well as gaining experience with advisory service and teaching and supervision of undergraduates

Responsibilities and qualifications

As a researcher in our team, you will be responsible for building up skills in quantitative epidemiological modelling and microbiological risk assessment. The research topics will be in the field of zoonotic pathogens originating from food of terrestrial and aquatic animals. You might also contribute to other activities in the group, such as design and evaluation of surveillance systems incl. implementation of technological support tools for meat inspection. Also, you will contribute to the science-based advisory service that our institute is contracted to give to the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) to support their handling of the food legislation. Your work output, therefore, need to be of very high quality. A part of your time will be dedicated to reporting results from the National Surveillance of Zoonoses – and previous experience with that will be an advantage. You will work in co-operation with colleagues, but the position offers a high degree of academic independence, where you will be responsible for making progress within your tasks and projects. Your primary tasks will be to:

• Conduct epidemiological analysis and microbiological risk assessments to support advisory service obligations for the food safety authorities
• Commit to a learning process in either machine learning and coding in SQL or quantitative microbiological risk assessment and advanced coding in R
• Edit and coordinate the process of publishing the Annual Report of Zoonoses in Denmark as well as collecting and reporting the same data to the European Food Safety Authority
• Teach courses in epidemiology and supervise BSc and MSc student projects, and be co-supervisor for PhD students in quantitative epidemiological modelling
• Contribute to the writing of research proposals and reports

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in epidemiology and have a solid background in quantitative epidemiological modelling. A national and international network in this area is desirable. Your English and Danish oral and written skills should be good since you will be working with both academic and industrial partners in Denmark as well as abroad.

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 Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years with start in January 2023 (or as soon as possible thereafter by agreement).

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information

Further information may be obtained from Marianne Sandberg (phone: +45 40314954) or Tine Hald (+45 51157485).

You can read more about DTU Food at https://www.food.dtu.dk/english/research/foodborne-pathogens-and-epidemiology

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure

Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 4 November 2022 (Danish time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

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.

The Research Group for Foodborne Pathogens and Epidemiology

The Research Group for Foodborne Pathogens and Epidemiology analyses and interprets data on antimicrobial- resistance and -consumption as well as foodborne pathogens. The group also conducts risk assessments and develops epidemiological models, monitoring/intervention strategies, and decision-making tools.

Technology for people

DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear misision to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,400 students and 5,800 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.