Summary
Chalmers University of Technology is seeking a talented postdoctoral researcher to develop intelligent systems that integrate computational biology and cutting-edge AI methods in the field of biomanufacturing.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Agentic Systems Biology for Biomanufacturing, Gothenburg, Sweden
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Systems and Synthetic Biology |
| Location | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Contract | Temporary full-time for two years with a possibility of a one-year extension |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Doctoral degree in computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, computer science, or a related field (degree must be obtained by the employment decision date).
- Experience with constraint-based genome-scale modeling and resource allocation modeling.
- Proficiency in machine learning methods and applications in biological data analysis.
- Strong programming skills in Python, including building software systems.
- Familiarity with omics data analysis (transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.).
- Strong communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting.
Preferred Experience
- Enzyme-constrained or proteome-constrained metabolic models.
- Familiarity with large language model APIs and frameworks.
- Experience in developing agentic LLM systems and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG).
- Background in metabolic engineering or industrial biotechnology.
Job Description
- Apply and extend computational models of metabolism to interpret multi-omics datasets.
- Develop software tools for programmatic interaction between large language model agents and metabolic models.
- Design and implement agentic systems for autonomous omics data analysis.
- Build RAG pipelines over scientific literature to assist in hypothesis generation.
- Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.
- Supervise master’s/PhD students and engage in teaching.
How to Apply
- Submit your application in English as a PDF file including:
- Comprehensive CV with a complete list of publications.
- A personal letter outlining your research experience, goals, and focus.
- Ensure your application is complete to be considered.
Last Date to Apply
May 16, 2026
For questions about the position, please contact Eduard Kerkhoven, Group Leader in Computational Metabolic Engineering, at eduardk@chalmers.se. We look forward to your application!
