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Job Announcement: Group Leader in One Health Environmental Informatics
The Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre (LBMC) invites applications for the position of Group Leader within the One Health Informatics Centre (OHIC), established under the ERA Chair project EchoHEALTH. This project aims to establish a new research unit to lead the integration and analysis of environmental, health, and omics data for improved public health insights, with a particular focus on environmental metagenomics, microbial genomics, and advanced bioinformatics. This position offers a unique opportunity to start something new in a leading research institute and to establish oneself as a Principal Investigator.
We seek a talented scientist with a strong research vision and the ability to developand lead a competitive Research Group. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines and a research profile aligned with theaims of the EchoHEALTH project.

Key Focus Areas
The recruited Group Leader is expected to develop a research program in one or more
of the following areas:
● Environmental metagenomics with emphasis on microbial community structure,
bacterial genome plasticity, and antimicrobial resistance.
● Large-scale multi-omics data integration and analysis, including clinical,
environmental, and genomic datasets.
● Bioinformatics and AI-driven approaches to support integrative One Health
research, with potential applications in exposome studies and environmental health
analytics.
Candidates with a primary interest in environmental and microbial genomics and
the capacity to link these with human omics data are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
● Establish and lead an independent research group.
● Facilitate the development of bioinformatics competencies at LBMC.
● Design and implement research projects aligned with EchoHEALTH goals.
● Collaborate with the ERA Chair and other institutional teams.
● Attract competitive research funding nationally and internationally.
● Mentor postdocs, PhD students, and other junior researchers.
● Contribute to the development of OMIC's data integration infrastructure.
Requirements
● PhD or equivalent in bioinformatics, computational biology, microbial genomics,
environmental sciences, or related fields.
● Postdoctoral experience with an excellent scientific track record.
● Proven expertise in environmental genomics, metagenomics, or large-scale omics data
analysis.
● Experience with machine learning or AI approaches in biological data is an asset.
● Strong leadership and communication skills.
● Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and international environment.

● Willingness to participate in national and European research networks.
What We Offer
● Salary EUR 38.00 per hour
● A unique opportunity to establish and lead a new research direction within a major
Horizon Europe project.
● Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, including national biobank and genome data,
high-performance computing, and environmental surveillance systems.
● Competitive salary and support for team building, including initial positions for 2
postdocs and 1 PhD student.
● A collaborative and dynamic research environment within a leading research institute
implementing an ambitious European One Health initiative.
● Support for career development.
Application Process
Applications must include:
● Cover letter outlining the candidate’s vision and fit for the position.
● Curriculum vitae including a full list of publications.
● One page summary of past research achievements.
● Names and contact information of at least two referees.

LBMC is Latvia’s leading institution in the field of biomedicine and molecular biology, housing the country’s National Biobank and Genome Database providing access to a unique molecular data resource. LBMC serves as the official national node of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), BBMRI, 1+Million Genomes initiative and is represented in other international activities. The Centre is advised by an International Scientific Advisory Board composed of world-renowned experts and is a driving force behind the development of the largest biomolecular and biotechnology hub in the Baltic region. LBMC combines cutting-edge infrastructurewith strategic research initiatives in genomics, bioinformatics, and translational medicine.

Applications should be submitted via email to anda.baumane@biomed.lu.lv by September 22, 2025, with the subject line: Group Leader Application –
EchoHEALTH.
BMC follows the principle of equal opportunity in its selection process. All decisionsduring the selection are based on qualifications and professional experience.

BMC is Equal Opportunity Employer

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