Assistant Professor of Genomics and computational biology

Department of Biology
Faculty of Science

University of Copenhagen

The Sandelin group is looking to recruit a talented assistant professor to our highly dynamic research group working in the interface of computational biology and medical genomics. The position is for three years in the interdisciplinary project MIGRAGEN:Using novel microfluidic gradient devices to drive genetic andfunctional understanding of spatiotemporal gradients in tumor microenvironments

Research environment

The project is a highly interdisciplinary collaboration between four groups at the Dept. of Biology (Profs. Albin Sandelin Stine F. Pedersen) the Technical University of Denmark (Assoc. Prof. Rodolphe Marie) and Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing Berlin (Prof. Ute Resch-Genger). The candidate will be based in the Sandelin group working closely with the other groups. Together the groups employ multiple postdocs PhD students and undergraduate students and provide a strong international research environment.

Research project and qualifications
The project aims to develop and apply a new generation of microfluidic devices that allow constitution of spatiotemporally precise gradients of acidosis and hypoxia key properties of the tumor microenvironment. The project has been active for 3 years and is now at the stage where the focus is addressing key biological questions on impact of the applied gradients on cancer cell-macrophage interactions chemotaxis and chemotherapy resistance.The assistant professor will be responsible for all work on this project in the Sandelin lab in close collaboration with the three other groups.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in molecular biology methods development and in genetic engineering as well as bioinformatics. In particular methods development experience based on Cap Analysis of Gene Expression (CAGE) full-length cDNA sequencing using the Nanopore platform cell-based applications in microfluidics and spatial transcriptomics using the 10x Genomics Visium platform are necessary. Additional experience in high-throughput screening and use of lab automation (such as Opentrons Echo acoustic dispenser etc.) are highly desirable.

Other essential requirements are a PhD in a life science field a documented track record of strong scientific publications and excellent written and spoken English. The candidate must be able to work autonomously as well as in a team and have a passion for working in a highly interdisciplinary environment.Duties will include teaching and supervision in addition to research

The assistant professors duties will primarily include research including obligations with regard to publication/scientific communication and research-based teaching with associated examination obligations. To a limited extent this may also include performance of other duties.

Assessment of applicants will primarily consider their level of documented internationally competitive research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory but documented teaching qualifications and teaching experience will be considered.

Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. The six criteria (research teaching societal impact organisational contribution external funding and leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates. Furthermore each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Please read more at https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnskabelige-stillinger/dokumenter-til-meritering/5a_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Assistant_professors.pdf .

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Albin Sandelin albin@bio.ku.dk

The position is open from Jan 15 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Universitywishesour staff toreflect the diversity ofsociety and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application in English must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan description of current and future research plans
• If available description and documentation of teaching and supervision experience and qualifications - please describe and document:
  • Experience with supervision of BSc and MSc students
  • Teaching experience
  • Formal pedagogical training
  • Complete publication list

The deadline for applications is 6 September 2023 23:59GMT +2.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews/trial lectures will be held during week 40.