Summary
Umeå University’s Department of Molecular Biology is inviting applications for a full-time, 2-year Postdoctoral Fellowship in Bioinformatics, focusing on gut microbiota-host interactions. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment within one of Sweden’s largest universities.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
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| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Bioinformatics, Gut Microbiota-Host Interaction |
| Location | Umeå, Sweden |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Doctoral degree in Bioinformatics or equivalent, preference for candidates who completed their degree within the last 3 years. |
| Job Description | Engage in research integrating wet-lab and computational techniques focusing on microbiota and intestinal health. |
| How to Apply | Submit application via Umeå University’s e-recruitment system Varbi. |
| Last Date for Apply | 19 June 2026 |
Research Area
The research will focus on host-microbe interactions in the gut, utilizing both experimental and data-driven approaches, including microbiota transplantation, sequencing, and metabolomic analyses.
Location
Umeå University, Department of Molecular Biology, Umeå, Västerbottens län, Sweden.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed doctoral degree in Bioinformatics or a foreign equivalent.
- Strong background in -omics analyses (metagenomics, RNA-seq, metabolomics).
- Experience with data analysis tools, particularly R or Python.
- Preferably published in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Fellow will participate in research activities at the Department of Molecular Biology and collaborate with MIMS and UCMR. Responsibilities include:
- Implementing data-driven strategies for gut microbiota research.
- Conducting analyses of gut microbiota sequencing data.
- Collaborating with clinicians and nutrition scientists.
How to Apply
Applications should include:
- A cover letter (max. 1 page) detailing research experience and motivation.
- A CV (max. 2 pages) including a publication list (max. 5 pages).
- Verified copy of the doctoral degree certificate or documentation indicating expected degree completion.
- Contact information for two references.
Applications must be submitted in English or Swedish, using Word or PDF format, through the e-recruitment system Varbi by the deadline.
Last Date for Apply
19 June 2026
For further inquiries, please contact Björn Schröder at bjorn.schroder@umu.se.
