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Postdoctoral position in Integrative Physiology and Proteomics: Copenhagen, Denmark

Tenure: Two years

Background

Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research (Metabolism Center) has been established at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, to conduct fundamental research on metabolism (http://metabol.ku.dk). It consists of five scientific sections and was established through an unrestricted grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The current position is in Section for Integrative Physiology headed by Prof. Juleen Zierath. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with Dr. Atul Deshmukh from the Clinical Proteomics group at the NNF Center for Protein Research (CPR), which is headed by Prof. Matthias Mann.

Project description

The overall aim is to study important processes in metabolic diseases such as glucose homeostasis and type 2 diabetes. The project involves the identification of targets by proteomics analysis and the validation of these targets in cellular and animal models of Type 2 diabetes. The candidate will apply various approaches in physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology to validate novel and interesting targets identified in large-scale proteomic screens. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Atul Deshmukh from the Clinical Proteomics group. He or she will be embedded in Metabolism Center and work in a scientific environment that bridges several disciplines of proteomics and metabolic diseases.

Selection criteria

• PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, physiology or related science.
• Documented expertise in molecular and cellular biology, such as immunoblotting, CRISPR-based gene editing, qPCR, RNA-seq, cell metabolism.
• Knowledge of mammalian physiology and metabolic diseases
• Strong track record with publications in peer reviewed journals in relevant discipline.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• An analytical aptitude for devising innovative scientific or technical solutions.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation, flexibility and confidence

Desirable candidate:

• Prior experience in high resolution mass spectrometry is not essential but desirable.
• Previous experience with animal work (FELASA certification).
• Prior experience in microscopy and imaging technology
• Previous experience with metabolic assays (glucose uptake, fatty acid oxidation etc.)
• Experience with measurement of mitochondrial respiration using Seahorse
• Prior knowledge of handling large scale proteomics and genomics data and associated computing skills.

Relationships

The post holders will report to Dr. Atul Deshmukh and Prof Juleen Zierath.

Employment Conditions

Salary and other terms and conditions of appointment are set in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement between the Danish Government and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2013. The position will be at the level of postdoctoral fellow. The gross basic salary range for Postdoctoral Fellows is DKK 32,332 to DKK 34,061 per month (level 6 to 8). To the basic salary, a supplement could be negotiated dependent on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. An additional 17.1 % monthly contribution to pension will be paid by the employer.

The starting date is 1 February 2017.

Questions

For further information, please contact Atul Deshmukh (atul.deshmukh@cpr.ku.dk), or HR Officer Bine Ellis Thomsen (bethomsen@sund.ku.dk)

Application procedure

The application must be submitted in English by clicking “apply online” below and must include the following:

• Letter of motivation (max 1 page)
• CV without list of publications (max 2 pages)
• Complete list of publications (only published or accepted publications in peer reviewed journals).

The deadline for applications is 20 November 2016 at 23:59 CET

Any applications received after this time will not be considered. We only accept online applications.

In addition to the above material, the Assessment Committee may include further material in their assessment of the applicants. In such circumstances, it is the responsibility of the applicant, on request, to send the material to the Committee. Receipt of the applications will be acknowledged. The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministry of Science Technology and Innovation Executive Order no. 284 of April 25th 2008.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Appointments Committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an expert assessment committee. Selected applicants are notified of the composition of the committee and each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.

Highly motivated and ambitious candidates are encouraged to apply. Solid experience and an excellent track record gained in leading laboratories in the research field will be considered a distinct advantage. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration, and thus we encourage all – regardless of their personal background and status – to apply.

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Employer:The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research

Location:Copenhagen, Denmark

Expires:November 20, 2016

Job type:Postdoctoral

Salary:Unspecified

Qualifications:Postgraduate - Doctorate/PhD

Employment type:Temporary

Job hours:Full-time