Clinical Scientist Eu-jamrai 2

Clinical Scientist EU-JAMRAI 2 (h/f/x) Ref°683 TYPE DE CONTRAT : CDD
- temps plein The Laboratoire national de santé (LNS) Recruits for a fixed-term, full-time position (CDD) Start date: as soon as possible End date: December 31, 2027 a Clinical Scientist-EU-JAMRAI 2 Project (M/F/x)
- Ref°683 in the department of Microbiology About the Laboratoire national de santé The LNS is a major player in Luxembourg’s healthcare sector, serving the country’s patients, doctors and hospitals. Under the supervision of the Ministry of Health and Social Security, the LNS is a multidisciplinary public institution organized around six medical departments, two of which are designated as national diagnostic centers for human genetics and pathology respectively. The LNS employs around 400 highly qualified staff with diverse backgrounds. The main purpose of the LNS is to develop analytical activities and scientific expertise relating to the prevention, diagnosis and monitoring of human diseases; to act as a national control or reference laboratory; and to carry out forensic missions. The LNS also collaborates with the University of Luxembourg and other biomedical research institutions, both nationally and internationally, on research and teaching activities. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY The Department of Microbiology at the LNS has around 50 employees and is divided into three departments:
- Bacteriology, Mycology, Antibiotic Resistance and Hospital Hygiene.
- Virology and Serology
- Sequencing of pathogens The Department of Microbiology offers reference laboratory activities in partnership with various other public and private laboratories in the country. RESPONSABILITIES
- Creating and structuring a plasmid database for AMR surveillance purpose;
- Investigating AMR dissemination dynamics within One Health settings;
- Extending the new comprehensive plasmid characterization workflow to support investigations into healthcare-associated infections;
- Integration into the national AMR surveillance system. PROFILE
- PhD in biology, microbiology, bioinformatics or similar discipline, with at least 2 years of experience in pathogen genomics
- Experience in AMR/pathogen surveillance is an asset
- Proven track record in project management and deadline compliance
- Language

skills:
Fluency in French and English ¨ Key interests and soft skills:
- Highly motivated to work with public health threats
- Interest in EU-level collaboration initiatives
- Strong analytical thinking and problem solving
- Team player
- Good communication and scientific writing skills If you meet the above qualifications and are excited about the prospect of contributing to pathogen surveillance, we encourage you to apply.