Summary:
The University of Southern Denmark is seeking a highly motivated individual for a Postdoc position focused on developing innovative injectable self-assembling peptide biomaterials for programmed tendon regeneration.
Postdoc Position in Immunomodulatory Self-Assembling Peptide-Based Biomaterials, University of Southern, Denmark
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Location:
Odense M, Denmark
Research Area:
- Medical Biotechnology
- Immunology
- Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Tissue Engineering
Eligibility/Qualification:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | M.Sc. and Ph.D. in immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related fields |
| Experience | Familiarity with mammalian cell characterization; experience in immune cell culture; at least one significant achievement (publication, thesis, patent) |
| Skills | Strong English communication skills; ability to work independently and in teams; motivation and structured approach |
| Preferences | Experience in immunology or biology fields; hands-on experience with self-assembling peptides; familiarity with omics analysis |
Job Description:
This project aims to develop self-assembling peptide (SAP) biomaterials with properties that will enhance tissue adhesion, control degradation, and modulate immune responses for effective tendon regeneration.
Responsibilities:
- Design and characterize new injectable SAP biomaterials
- Investigate and evaluate macrophage polarization and immune signaling via functional assays and omics analyses
- Analyze enzymatic degradation pathways of peptides and their biological roles
- Utilize advanced imaging techniques for peptide-macrophage interactions
- Supervise B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. projects and contribute to teaching
How to Apply:
- Submit a motivated application, Curriculum Vitae, transcripts, and any relevant documentation in English and PDF format by uploading:
- Cover Letter: Motivated application (max. 5 MB)
- Resume: Curriculum Vitae (max. 5 MB)
- Miscellaneous Documents: Other relevant documents (max 10 files, 50 MB each)
Last Date to Apply:
July 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM (CET/CEST)
For more information, please contact:
- Associate Professor Jacek Wychowaniec: jacek.wychowaniec@univ-nantes.fr
- Associate Professor Eva Arnspang Christensen: arnspang@igt.sdu.dk
