Communications officer (058721)

Principal Investigator: Professor Roberto La Ragione (www.surrey.ac.uk/vet/people/academic/roberto_la_ragione/)

We are excited to invite applications for a Research Fellow position funded by the EU, as part of a new European Framework integrating veterinary, medical and environmental health research (One Health EJP - https://onehealthejp.eu/). The position will be based in the Department of Pathology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Surrey, within the new School of Veterinary Medicine in Guildford, Surrey. You will be part of and will undertake research and project support in a vibrant, inter-disciplinary research environment with a strong international reputation and be part of a wider network.  The post is part of the One Health EJP consortium, an EU funded partnership between 44 partners, including acclaimed food, veterinary and medical laboratories and institutes across Europe and the Med-Vet-Net Association. The ideal candidates will have a communications background with a strong interest in research underpinning the threats posed by zoonotic pathogens and antimicrobial resistance.

You will be based in the new School of Veterinary Medicine on the Manor Park campus on the edge of Guildford, which is close to London and benefits from excellent rail, air and road connections. You will be part of a rapidly growing and dynamic department and a wider Faculty network of scientists. The post holder will be required to travel in the UK and abroad and work closely with colleagues at the collaborating institutes.

In addition to your salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement, relocation assistance where appropriate, attractive research environments, the latest teaching facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities. Furthermore, our benefit packages include pension, childcare assistance and discounted membership to University sports facilities.

For an informal discussion or further details, please contact Professor Roberto La Ragione – r.laragione@surrey.ac.uk

Closing Date: 07 Oct 2021
Category: Research & Teaching