Postdoctoral Researcher in Genetics and Diabetes: Lund University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position focused on precision medicine and diabetes genetics. Join a research group dedicated to understanding the metabolic complexities of type 2 diabetes.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
Genetics and Diabetes, Precision Medicine
Location
Clinical Research Center, Malmö, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required:
- PhD or equivalent foreign degree in Bioinformatics, Statistics, Genetics, or related fields (must be completed by the time the employment decision is made).
- Proven ability to conduct quality research.
- Pedagogical capabilities.
- Proficiency in R and/or Python, statistical knowledge, and experience with large datasets.
- Familiarity with Bash/Linux.
- Excellent command of English (both spoken and written).
- Self-motivated, collaborative, structured, independent, and analytical.
- Meritorious:
- Degree completed within three years of the application deadline.
- At least two first-author publications.
- Knowledge of biology and genetics.
- Experience with family-based analyses.
Job Description
The postdoctoral position will apply high-throughput data from large cohorts and RNA sequencing to investigate type 2 diabetes (T2D) pathogenesis and early life programming. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting methodological and collaborative research in diabetes genetics and genomics.
- Developing statistical models and machine learning methods for prognosis and therapeutic biomarker development.
- Writing bioinformatics methodology manuscripts and maintaining software packages.
- Participation in teaching, supervision, and other academic activities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via the university’s recruitment system:
- A personal motivation letter detailing qualifications and interest in the position.
- CV and diploma (or equivalent).
- Additional references, grades, and recommendation letters are encouraged.
Last Date to Apply
November 26, 2025
For further details, you may contact:
- Emma Ahlqvist, Recruiting Manager: +46 22 0000, emma.ahlqvist@med.lu.se
- Rashmi Prasad, +46 704 640 275, rashmi.prasad@med.lu.se
- Emilié Larsson, +46 40 391 071, emilie.larsson@med.lu.se
Join us at Lund University and contribute to groundbreaking research in diabetes!
