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PhD Position in Animal Microbiomes and Antimicrobial Resistance National Institute of Research and Innovation in Latvia
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Agriculture
Funding
Available
Deadline
Dec 11, 2026
Country
Latvia
University
National Institute of Research and Innovation
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About this position
The One Health Informatics Group at the National Institute of Research and Innovation in Riga invites applications for a fully funded PhD project on animal gut microbiomes, metagenomics, and antimicrobial resistance. The successful candidate will join an international research team working at the intersection of microbiology, DNA sequencing, bioinformatics, and microbial ecology.
This project focuses on microbial communities in livestock and agricultural systems, with a particular interest in how antimicrobial resistance develops and spreads. The PhD researcher will study animal gut microbiomes, investigate resistance genes and their distribution, and analyze sequencing and metagenomic datasets. The work combines laboratory research with computational analysis, offering hands-on experience in microbiome science and data-driven microbiological research.
The position is hosted by the One Health Informatics Group, which develops genomic and computational approaches to understand microbial ecosystems and antimicrobial resistance in relation to public health and environmental sustainability. The research environment includes advanced sequencing technologies, high-performance computing resources, and opportunities for scientific publications, conference presentations, workshops, and specialist training. The advertised project is part of the EchoHEALTH ERA Chair initiative.
Supervision and mentorship are described as central to the project, with recruitment committee members including senior researchers and academic staff at NIRI.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants should have a Master's degree or equivalent in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Food Science, or a related discipline. Good written and spoken English is required. The advert also asks for strong interest in animal microbiomes, gut microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, microbial ecology or animal health, good analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, adaptability, motivation to develop laboratory, metagenomics, bioinformatics and data analysis skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Previous bioinformatics experience is an advantage but not required.
How to apply
Send a CV, a one-page motivation letter, and copies of your Bachelor's and Master's certificates and transcripts, or proof of expected graduation, in English. Email the application to [email protected] with the subject line 'PhD Application, Animal – EchoHEALTH'. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.
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Professors
Prof. at National Institute of Research and Innovation
Latvia
Research Interests
Biology
Computational Biology
Antibiotic Resistance
Rna-seq
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