National Center of Excellence looking for Post-Doctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics, Metabolomics and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (2025-224-06297)

National Center of Excellence looking for Post-Doctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics, Metabolomics and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (2025-224-06297)

The National Center of Excellence for Molecular Prediction of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (PREDICT), based at the Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University (AAU) in Copenhagen, is looking to recruit a talented researcher for a 2-year full time position as a postdoc in bioinformatics from 1st August 2025.

Jobbeskrivelse
About PREDICT
PREDICT is at the forefront of international research to unravel the cause and prognosis of inflammatory bowel diseases(IBD), which are chronic and disabling conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. The Center is composed of clinicians, epidemiologists, laboratory, and data scientists working with collaborators nationally and internationally to push the boundaries of precision medicine research and create real-world impact in IBD. We have state-of-the-art facilities within the center and this means through PREDICT you will be part of a well-funded research environment equipped with the latest technologies, unique data, and a world leading network of collaborators.

The Position
We are looking to recruit an excellent postdoctoral fellow to join our Metabolomics group, which focuses on characterizing preclinical metabolomic alterations in IBD and exploring their interactions with genetics, the gut microbiome, and dietary intake. The successful candidate will lead bioinformatics analyses on metabolomic and multi-omic datasets, contributing to cutting-edge research in inflammatory bowel disease. A key aspect of this role involves analyzing Raman spectroscopy imaging data from intestinal biopsies of patients with Crohn’s disease, helping to deepen our understanding of segmental intestinal inflammation and its links to microplastics and other synthetic particles.

The postdoctoral fellow will play a key role in multiple research projects, with responsibilities including study design, data analysis, manuscript preparation, presenting findings at international conferences, and mentoring students.

Qualification requirements
The ideal candidate has:

• A PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, biostatistics or metabolomics
• Proven expertise in omics data analysis
• A history of high quality publications
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English
• A proactive mindset and the ability to work both Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Experience with analysis of Raman spectroscopy data is preferred but not required.

We offer
We offer an exciting postdoc position in a dynamic, informal, high-performing environment with dedicated, friendly colleagues.

What next?
If you're a researcher looking to contribute to meaningful scientific advancements, we’d love to hear from you!

The application must contain the following:

• A motivational statement including reasons for applying, career intentions and visions for the position.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD- both in english).
• Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position. References/recommendations.
• Personal data.

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below.

Assessment
The assessment of candidates for the position will be carried out by qualified experts.

Shortlisting will be applied. This means that after the application deadline, the head of the department, with the assistance of the hiring committee, will select the applicants to be assessed. All applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted for assessment or not.

When the hiring process is completed, a final rejection will be sent to the applicants who are not considered for the position.

Contact information
You may obtain further professional information from Group Leader Filip Ottosson(filipao@dcm.aau.dk)
https://www.predictibd.dk
https://twitter.com/PREDICTIBD
https://www.linkedin.com/company/center-for-molecular-prediction-of-inflammatory-bowel-disease-predict

For further information concerning the application procedure please contact HR department by mailest-st-hr@adm.aau.dk. Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force and procedures can be seenhere.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

Appointment as a Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at Aalborg University.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities(the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state(AC collective agreement)(only in Danish) and circular concerning protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities(only in Danish).

Ansøgningsfrist
2025-04-08

Ref. nummer
2025-224-06297