Postdoctoral Fellow

The successful candidate will work with Dr. Shabarinath. Srikumar, in the
Department of Food Science, UAEU College of Agriculture and Veterinary
Medicine. This project will unique mechanisms to mitigate the spread of
Antimicrobial resistance in foodborne pathogens.
Bacterial antimicrobial resistance is reported to surpass cancer as the main
cause of death by ‎2050. This prompts a return to the pre-antibiotic era where
even minor infections can be fatal. In this project, we will use modern
molecular tools like DNA deep sequencing to address the issue of antimicrobial
resistance. Fundamental understanding of the molecular aspects underpinning
antimicrobial resistance will help identify new technologies that can be used
to mitigate the spread of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria.

Your Job:
The successful candidate will be part of a unique study that will mitigate the
emergence of antimicrobial resistance in foodborne pathogens with Salmonella
Typhimurium. as a model organism. The successful candidate will also use deep
sequencing technologies like RNA-sequencing and conventional molecular
microbiology to characterize bacterial antimicrobial resistance in great
detail.

Your experience:
Prior laboratory experience in conventional microbiology is mandatory.
Experience in assessing bacterial antimicrobial resistance as demonstrated by
peer-reviewed publications is a definite plus. The candidate should also
demonstrate their ability to be a team player.

Minimum Qualification
The applicant must have earned a PhD Degree in Food Science/Nutrition or
related discipline.

Preferred Qualification
PhD Degree in Food Science with a thesis on the relevant topic to the project
(preferable).