Genomics and Molecular Biomedicine (GMB), Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen
POST: Post.doc position - GMB group, Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen
A Post Doc position at the Laboratory for Genomics and Molecular Biomedicine (GMB), Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen, is available from April 1, 2012. The position is for 2 years.
GMB uses a combination of large-scale genomics/metagenomics and bioinformatics analyses with state -of-the-art molecular biology and animal models to unravel molecular mechanisms controlling adipocyte development and function with emphasis on energy homeostasis.
Information about the Department of Biology can be obtained from the department homepage: http://www.bio.ku.dk/
QUALIFICATIONS
The applicant should hold a PhD degree in Molecular and Cell Biology or equivalent with experience in the field of energy metabolism and obesity research. The applicant is expected to have a strong background in molecular biology and documented experience regarding adipocyte in vitro work. Documented experience in mouse adipose tissue biology is required combined with the ability to independently design and perform mouse experiments and managing mice colonies.
The research will mainly be focused on the molecular mechanisms governing white and brown adipocyte differentiation. Apart from research, the candidate will also be expected to supervise laboratory organization and facilitate efficient communications with our Chinese collaborators, preferably in Chinese.
APPLICATION:
The application must contain:
Curriculum vitae
List of publications
A description of previous scientific work (max. 2 pages)
Transcript of university examinations (in English - if not already in English or Danish)
Contact details of 2 persons for references
An assessment committee will evaluate the applications. The applicant will be notified of the composition of the committee. Each applicant will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns her/him. The main criterion for selection will be the research potential of the applicant.
Terms of appointment and payment are in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). For post docs the salary is based on seniority and is currently between DKK 31.400 and DKK 33.000 per month plus pension contribution and the possibility to negotiate further supplement.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
We must have your online application by March 1, 2012. Please open the link (see below) and fill in the application form and attach your application, CV, a list of publications, copy of master diploma and Ph.D. diploma, and possibly other material that you want to be included in the evaluation.
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline or with insufficient documentation or otherwise not complying with the above requirements, may not be considered.
The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Deadline: 01-03-2012
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