Postdoc in forensic genetics

The Section of Forensic Genetics, Department of Forensic Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark are offering a four-year postdoctoral research opportunity combining forensic genetics and bioinformatics.  

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic postdoc to commence on 1 May 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Project description
The project will use genetic data from internal data resources, UK biobank, and international disease registries with focus on forensically relevant topics, including Sudden Unexplained Death (SUD). A focus will be on a newly created Andersen-Tawil syndrome (ATS) registry within the ERN GUARD-Heart (Gateway to Uncommon And Rare Diseases of the HEART). The ATS registry was created to collect and examine clinical and genetic data from ATS patients. Due to the extremely low prevalence of ATS, it is essential to collaborate across institutions and countries to enable investigations of larger cohorts of patients.

Your job
Your primary responsibilities will encompass:

• Formulating data processing pipelines for genetic variant calling with focus on forensically relevant phenotypes, including SUD and ATS.
• Supporting our research group in bioinformatics.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team of forensic genetics researchers, computer scientists, and clinicians.

Profile

Essential experience and skills:

• A Ph.D. in Science
• Proficiency in programming, with notable skills in pertinent languages and frameworks (e.g., Python and R).
• Profound competence in forensic genetics is highly advantageous.
• A strong proclivity for interdisciplinary research and a readiness to collaborate across diverse scientific domains.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to work in teams.
• Demonstrated track record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals, as well as presentations at conferences.
• Excellent English skills; written and spoken.

Place of employment
The place of employment is at the Department of Forensic Medicine, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. Information on the department can be found at: https://retsmedicin.ku.dk/english/research-in-forensic-medicine/research-in-forensic-genetics/

Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.

The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period 4 years. The starting date is 1 May 2024 or after agreement.

Salary, pension, and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or another relevant organization. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 36,400 DKK/approx. 4,800 EUR (October 2023 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 17.1 % to your pension fund.

Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark during the last 10 years.

The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2020.

Questions
For further information, please contact Professor Jacob Tfelt [email protected]

Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk  (International Staff Mobility).

Application procedure
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:

We want to reflect the surrounding society and encourage all qualified persons, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.