PhD/Postdoc Positions: The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine, reNEW, at the University of Copenhagen is seeking highly motivated individuals for PhD/Postdoc positions in the field of Tissue Mechanics. Join the Mechanics of Tissue Homeostasis team led by Dr. Jakub Sedzinski and contribute to cutting-edge interdisciplinary research at the intersection of developmental biology and tissue mechanics. Investigate the mechanisms underlying the formation of mucociliary epithelium in the Xenopus embryo using a range of experimental techniques, quantitative biology, biophysics, and computational biology.
Designation: PhD/Postdoc Positions
Research Area: Biology, embryology, or bioinformatics
Location: Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For PhD Position: Applicants with a background in color developmental biology, embryology, or bioinformatics, with a focus on quantitative biology, tissue architecture, and mucociliary epithelial biology are encouraged to apply.
- For Postdoc Position: Candidates with prior experience in Xenopus, advanced microscopy, and data analysis will be highly valued. A strong background in quantitative biology, morphogenesis, tissue architecture, and mucociliary epithelial biology is preferred.
Job Description: The selected candidates will:
- Investigate the mechanisms underlying the formation of mucociliary epithelium in the Xenopus embryo.
- Utilize a range of experimental techniques at the intersection of quantitative biology, biophysics, and computational biology.
- Apply high-resolution quantitative imaging, machine learning, single-cell RNA sequencing, and multimodal data integration.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of respiratory diseases and contribute to advancing knowledge in the field of tissue mechanics and epithelial biology.
How to Apply: To apply for the PhD position, use the following link: PhD Application
To apply for the Postdoc position, use the following link: Postdoc Application
Last Date for Apply: 01.08.2023
Contact Information: For any inquiries, please contact Associate Professor Jakub Sedzinski at jakub.sedzinski@sund.ku.dk.
We encourage all individuals, regardless of their personal background and status, to apply.
Contract Information:
- PhD position: 4 years fixed-term contract
- Postdoc position: 3 years with the possibility of extension
About Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine: The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine, reNEW, is a hub of scientific research at the University of Copenhagen. It collaborates with multiple research institutions and centers, focusing on fundamental questions in stem cell and developmental biology while providing research findings for critical outcomes and products. The center promotes interdisciplinary research and provides a stimulating international environment for researchers.
