A position as Postdoc is vacant at the Laboratory of Professor Moustapha Kassem, Department of Clinical Research , Faculty of Health Sciences , University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and at the Molecular Endocrinology Laboratory (KMEB) , Department of Endocrinology, Odense University hospital-Svendborg Hospital (OUH).
The position is limited to 2 years with the possibility of extension and expected to be available from August 1, 2023.
Research tasks
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work in the field of bone biology, with focus on examining role of bone-secreted proteins in regulation of skeletal homeostasis during aging and systemic energy metabolism.
The applicant will be expected to use genetic mouse models and pharmacological targeting approaches to explore the role of candidate secreted proteins in formation and function of bone and fat tissues.
The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for the planning of the project as well as for data acquisition, preparation and analysis, manuscript writing, and other activities for disseminating the results. Furthermore, the candidate will be expected to apply for research funding from external funding agencies.
The project will be supervised by Professor Moustapha Kassem and Associate Professor Abbas Jafari.
Scientific environment
The official employment will be at the Laboratory of Molecular Endocrinology (KMEB), Odense University Hospital.
The main working place will be at the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Panum Institute, University of Copenhagen.
The laboratory is internationally known for contributions to understanding the biology of Mesenchymal (stromal) Stem Cells and the regulatory mechanisms of skeletal homeostasis.
The Laboratory of Molecular Endocrinology (KMEB) and the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (ICMM) offer ambitious scientific environments, with many different nationalities represented. KMEB and ICMM aim to produce research with high international impact focusing on the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating cell behavior, in a medical context. You can read more at www.icmm.ku.dk and https://kmeb.sdu.dk/
Expectations of qualifications
The applicant who is hired must have a ph.d.-degree and documented research experience in on or more of the areas/fields mentioned below:
- Obtained a PhD in a relevant area, e.g., biological and biomedical sciences, or another closely related discipline.
- Proven experience and knowledge about genetically modified mouse models, as well as cell and molecular biology studies.
- Ability to work structured and independently.
- Good communication skills and high proficiency in English.
- Good collaborative and social abilities.
- Prior experience related to bone and energy metabolism studies in mice with micro-CT and DEXA scanning, digital image analysis, and molecular biology, is considered a plus.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).
Qualified and highly motivated candidates from all nationalities are encouraged to apply.
Potential applicants must be postdoc-qualified in accordance with Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities .
Contact
For further information please contact the Head of KMEB, Professor Moustapha Kassem, [email protected] , Associate Professor Abbas Jafari, [email protected] or the Head the Department of Clinical Research, Kirsten Ohm Kyvik, phone: 6011 3046/ e-mail: [email protected]
Conditions of employment
The Recruitment/Hiring takes place in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Central Organisation of the Academics .
Assessment of applicant will be done in accordance with the current/applicable university recruitment order. Applicants will be assessed by an expert committee, and applicant will be informed of their assessment by the university.
Applications – including the required attachments – must be sent electronically via the below-mentioned link “Apply online". Only online applications will be accepted and assessed. Attached files must be Adobe PDF or Word format. Each field in the application form can contain up to max. 10 MB.
Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.
The application must include (as PDF- or docx-files):
- A cover letter
- A CV
- Copies of certificates/diplomas including evidence of acquisition of a PhD degree or equivalent
- A complete and numbered list of publications
- The 3 scientific, peer-reviewed publications that the applicant wishes to be included in the assessment of his or her scientific qualifications. (Please note that one PDF or docx file must be attached for each publication).
- A research plan
- A teaching portfolio
- An explanation of other qualifications relevant to the position.
Incomplete applications will not be assessed.
See also the faculty's guidance for applicants at the link below.
Living and Working in Denmark
Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment. The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark. Among other things, the staff answers questions concerning salary , taxation , housing and accompanying family . For further information on what it is like working at SDU, please read “10 good reasons why you should choose SDU” . Additional information about working in Denmark can be found at Work in Denmark .
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Further Details
Guide for applicants
Place of work: Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Copenhagen
Similar Positions
-
Postdoc In Biotechnology – Dtu Chemical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark, about 18 hours ago
Skip to main content. Profile Sign Out View More Jobs Postdoc in Biotechnology – DTU Chemical Engineering Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark Trending Job Description Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engin...
-
Postdoc Position Focused On Investigating Infections, Regeneration, And Carcinogenesis Using Single Cell Omics, Organoids, And Mouse Models, Aarhus University, Denmark, 5 days ago
The Section of Medical Biotechnology at the Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering, Aarhus University, invites applications for a fulltime 21 months postdoctoral position focused on ...
-
Researcher In Cell Biology / Stem Cell Biology, BioTalentum, Hungary, about 22 hours ago
22 Apr 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company BioTalentum Department management Research Field Biological sciences Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Hungary Application Dea...
-
Postdoctoral Fellow Hematological Malignancies And Translational Sciences, City of Hope, United States, about 23 hours ago
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and...
-
Postdoctoral Position In Bacterial Cell Wall Biology And Genetics , Umeå University, Sweden, 1 day ago
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-...
-
Postdoctoral Position In Single Cell Research On Long Covid , Karolinska Institutet, Sweden, 6 days ago
Do you want to contribute to improving human health? We are seeking an ambitious postdoctoral fellow who possesses strong skills in molecular biology and single-cell sequencing to join our team fo...