The development and spread of (multi)resistant bacteria can lead to poorly treatable infections with resistant bacteria in patients. This can result in avoidable patient harm and death.

The aim of the project is to build a network in which Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) data of ESBL-Ec (Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae) and VRE (Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus) isolates from North Holland/Flevoland are shared. Each participating healthcare facility has insight into the data of their own isolates and can compare their own isolates with the anonymized isolates found in the region. The focus is on infection prevention and the prevention and earliest possible identification of possible spread of antibacterial resistant isolates.

The work of the Research analyst consists mainly of the sequencing and characterization of bacterial and viral genomes using Illumina and Nanopore techniques.

The mainly methods used for this project are DNA and RNA extraction, PCR and next-generation sequencing.

• You hold an HLO degree, preferably with a specialization in molecular biology or biotechnology;
• You function effortlessly at HBO working and thinking level;
• Experience with molecular diagnostics is a plus;
• Experience with bioinformatics is an advantage (not a requirement).

• A flying start to your career in scientific research.
• Plenty of room for personal development with a wide range of training & development of academic skills
• Working on large-scale and own research, with motivated colleagues
• A contract for 6 months with the prospect of extension for the duration.
• Salary scale: 7M: € 2.975 tot € 4.214 bruto (based on a fulltime workweek), depending on qualifications and experience.
• Additional benefits including an 8.3% end-of-year bonus and 8% holiday pay. Calculate your net salary here.
• Your pension is accrued at BeFrank. A modern, understandeble en fair pension
• Excellent accessibility with public transportation and reimbursement of a large portion of your travel expenses. Additionally, we have plenty of parking spaces at the AMC location and a good bicycle scheme.

Amsterdam UMC

The departments of Medical Microbiology & Infection Prevention of locations AMC and VUmc have recently merged into one joint department headed by location AMC. This is the first important step in realizing the academic ambitions that the new department has set for the field of Medical Microbiology and Infection Prevention in Amsterdam, with regard to both patient care and research and education & training. After the merger, a sizeable department was created with over 270 employees and specialized diagnostic laboratories for virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology in addition to central laboratories for molecular and serological diagnostics. In addition, the department includes a joint team for Infection Prevention, several research laboratories and three national reference laboratories.