Postdoc on the study to understand the effects of climate mitigation measures on the risk of mosquito borne diseases

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work in the European ID-alert project to understand the effects of climate mitigation measures on the risk of mosquito borne diseases. You will specifically study changes in local animal reservoir host populations and mosquitoes following the implementation of several interventions (Nature Based Solutions) in the wider region of Rotterdam, and the possible public health effects of these changes.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, both within the Rotterdam region, as well as with international researchers in the ID-alert project. Your project will involve virology, animal ecology as well as epidemiology. As a member of the One Health Virology group you will also be part of the WHO collaborating center for Arbovirus and Haemorrhagic Fever Reference and Research. You will also work closely together with the Pandemic and Disaster Preparedness Center.

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with experience in infectious disease epidemiology and/or modelling, and hands-on experience in molecular biology and/or immunology laboratory techniques. The candidate should have a strong interest in public health. We ask for:

• A hD from an accredited academic program in Biology, Biomedical or Molecular Sciences, Epidemiology, or (veterinary) Medicine, Health Sciences, and/or International Public Health.
• Good communication skills, a flexible attitude, and enjoy working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to perform independent research, in terms of laboratory work, data analysis and field work organisation.
• Experience in the field of mosquito borne viruses is an asset.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills.

The Department of Viroscience at Erasmus MC is a large department which employs over 150 FTE of different disciplines and runs an extensive research program on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment of infections by human and animal viruses. All necessary equipment to carry out the research proposed in the projects is available within the setting of the department.

The Department of Viroscience harbours well-equipped clinical and experimental virology labs, in which all the virology, molecular biology, pathology and immunology techniques necessary for these projects are operational. You will be appointed to the One Health Virology group of Dr. Reina Sikkema and prof. dr. Koopmans.

For more information about this position, please contact Reina Sikkema, Principal Investigator: r.sikkema@erasmusmc.nl

If you are excited by the thought of this position and would like to apply, please do so by using the application form on our website.