PhD in Antimicrobial Resistance Spread in Ecosystems (Ecology, Molecular Techniques, GIS) University of Exeter in United Kingdom

The University of Exeter Centre for Ecology and Conservation in Cornwall is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD position to investigate how antimicrobial resistance (AMR) spreads through ecosystems. This interdisciplinary project combines ecological fieldwork, including rodent trapping, habitat surveys, and pheasant sampling, with advanced molecular techniques, GIS, and spatial modelling. The aim is to understand the mechanisms and pathways by which AMR moves across different trophic levels and environments.

The successful candidate will join a cross-disciplinary supervisory team consisting of Barbara Tschirrren, Irene Bueno Padilla, Xav Harrison, and Mario Recker. The project is funded by the SWBio Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP), which covers tuition fees and provides a stipend for living expenses. The research will be based at the University of Exeter's Centre for Ecology and Conservation, located in Cornwall, United Kingdom.

Applicants should have a strong background in ecology, biology, or a related discipline. Experience with fieldwork, molecular biology, GIS, or spatial modelling is highly desirable. A good undergraduate degree (2:1 or above or equivalent) is typically required, and non-native English speakers may need to provide evidence of English language proficiency.

The deadline for applications is December 3rd, 2025. For more information and to apply, please visit the provided link. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in disease ecology, host-pathogen interactions, and the environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance.