Post-doc position in ML/AI with applications to antibiotic resistance

Are you passionate about using data and AI to improve human health? Join us in tackling one of the biggest global health challenges of our time – antibiotic resistance. We are offering a three-year postdoctoral position in data analysis, where you will apply machine learning techniques to understand how resistance genes spread and to help detect infections caused by resistant bacteria. The position is part of a collaborative research project at the intersection of technology and medicine, with the possibility of extending the role for an additional year.

About us
The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg has about 200 employees and is the largest department of mathematics in Sweden. The department has three scientific divisions: Algebra and Geometry, Analysis and Probability Theory, and Applied Mathematics and Statistics, and conducts successful research in pure and applied mathematics and mathematical statistics in a wide range of research areas. We have an international environment with frequent exchanges with other universities around the world. The department provides a friendly, creative, and supportive atmosphere with a steady flow of international guests. There are many committed teachers with extensive and broad experience in all aspects of higher education. Our department continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all our activities. We work actively to be a parent-friendly organization.

About the research project
The position is interdisciplinary and combines bioinformatics and data science with applications in medicine.  The research will be done the research group of Erik Kristiansson and in close collaboration with international scientists from different disciplines. This will include SENSIF, a research project funded by the Joint Programming Initative on Antimicrobial Resistance (JPI-AMR ).

The major responsibility as a postdoc is to perform research within the scope of the project. You are expected to work independently, develop your own scientific concepts, write scientific manuscripts, and to share your research results with collaborators and at international conferences. A postdoc position can also include teaching and supervision of Bachelor and Master students. You will also expected to be part of the CARe – the Centre for Antibiotic Resistance Research in Gothenburg, an interdisciplinary excellence center connecting multiple universities and hospitals in the region.

We seek candidates with the following qualifications:

• The candidate for this position must have obtained a PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, bioinformatics, or equivalent.
• The candidate should have previous experience in bacterial genomics, machine learning/artificial intelligence, preferably with applications in the infectious diseases and the transmission of antibiotic resistance genes.
• Strong programming skills in Python or equivalent programming languages is a requirement.
• Since the position is within an interdisciplinary research project, an interest in collaborative research is important.

The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. Swedish is not a requirement but Chalmers offers Swedish courses. To qualify for the position of postdoc, you must hold a doctoral degree awarded no more than three years prior to the application deadline. 

* The date shown in your doctoral degree certificate is the date we use, as this is the date you have met all requirements for the doctoral degree. Exceptions from the 3-year limit can be made for longer periods resulting from parental leave, sick leave or military service.

What we offer
Chalmers provides a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg . Read more about working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence . Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.

Contract terms
This postdoc position is a full-time temporary employment for three years.

Application Procedure
Please submit your application in English as PDF files according to the instructions below. Each file should not exceed 40 MB. Note: The system does not support Zip files.

1. CV
Name the document as: CV, [Your Surname]. Include the following:

• A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.
• Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.

2. Personal Letter
Name the document as: Personal Letter, [Your Surname]. Limit the letter to 1 page and include:

• A brief introduction about yourself.
• A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.
• An outline of your future goals and research focus.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. 

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Due to European regulations, we do not accept any applications by email.

Application deadline: 2025-07-27

For questions please contact: Irina Pettersson

We look forward to your application!

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** 

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward.

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