Postdoctoral Position in Metabolomics: The Swedish Metabolomics Centre (SMC) at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC), is seeking a postdoctoral researcher specializing in bioinformatics, chemometrics, or related fields. The position focuses on method development in metabolomics and mass spectrometry-based data analysis. This is a two-year temporary position with the possibility of extension.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Metabolomics, Bioinformatics, Chemometrics, Mass Spectrometry-based Data Analysis
Location: Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, SLU, Umeå, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in metabolomics, bioinformatics, chemometrics, or a related field.
- Extensive knowledge in chromatography and mass spectrometry data analysis.
- Experience in preprocessing of mass spectrometry-based data is an advantage.
- Proficiency with open-source software such as XCMS, MzMine, MS-Dial, OpenMS, and manufacturer-specific software.
- Strong programming skills (MATLAB, Python, R).
- Ability to conduct independent research and present scientific conclusions competitively at an international level.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
- Position is intended for junior researchers who have completed their Ph.D. within the past three years.
Job Description:
- Develop and optimize methodologies in metabolomics, lipidomics, and fluxomics.
- Enhance mass spectrometry-based services for broader accessibility in research.
- Work on method development in metabolomics and mass spectrometry-based data analysis.
- Participate in collaborative projects within SciLifeLab and CBMR.
- Utilize advanced mass spectrometry instruments, including GC-TOFMS, LC-QTOFMS, LC-TQMSMS, and RF/SPE-IM-QTOFMS.
- Conduct independent research and contribute to scientific publications.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application online by clicking the application button. More information about working at SLU and available benefits can be found at SLU Career Page.
For further inquiries, please contact:
- Hans Stenlund, Staff Scientist (hans.stenlund@slu.se)
- Annika Johansson, Research Coordinator (annika.Johansson@slu.se)
Last Date to Apply: 28 February 2025
