Postdoctoral Researcher in Metabolomics: The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a postdoctoral position focused on investigating the role of gut microbial metabolites in cardiometabolic health. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct advanced metabolomics analyses, collaborate within an ambitious research team, and contribute to high-impact publications.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Metabolomics, Microbiome, and Cardiometabolic Health
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Metabolomics, Microbiome, Cardiometabolic Health
Location:
Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in metabolomics, chemometrics, bioinformatics, or related fields
- Demonstrated expertise in mass-spectrometric data analyses (e.g., metabolomics)
- Strong experience in omics data integration and proficiency in R programming
- Excellent publication record and strong scientific drive
- Experience in collaborating within diverse research environments is preferable
Job Description:
The postdoctoral researcher will engage in the following activities:
- Conduct sample preparation and analysis of human samples using LC-MS-based metabolomics
- Perform LC-MS data extraction and preprocessing using R
- Integrate diet, microbiome, and metabolomics data with statistical analyses using R
- Collaborate with researchers, technicians, and students associated with the project
- Prepare and disseminate research findings through conference presentations and scientific publications
- Teach courses related to nutrition, microbiome, and metabolomics depending on expertise
- The employment period is 3 years, with an expected start date of April 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit an application in English, which includes:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas (Master’s and PhD degree or equivalent)
- A complete list of publications
Applications must be submitted electronically via the University of Copenhagen’s job portal.
Last Date to Apply:
January 5, 2025, 23:59 GMT +1
For further queries, please contact Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager via email at hero@nexs.ku.dk.
