PhD scholarship in Isoform-level Omics Analysis - DTU Health Tech

DTU Sundhedsteknologi (Kgs. Lyngby); Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 400,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU Health Tech in Denmark invites applications for a PhD scholarship focused on isoform-level omics analysis. You will conduct method development and applied analyses, collaborating with colleagues in a supportive, autonomous environment at the Isoform Analysis group of the Bioinformatics Section.

The program emphasizes practical impact and scientific rigor, with enrolment subject to DTU rules. Applicants should hold a two-year Master’s in bioinformatics or equivalent, have strong R/Python

Qualifications

• Excellent programming skills in R and Python.
• Experience with the applied analysis of single-cell RNA-sequencing data, evidenced by publications.
• Experience developing, benchmarking, and validating bioinformatics tools and computational methods, evidenced by publications.
• Applied experience with isoform analysis using transcriptomics and proteomics data.
• Experience with reproducible computational research, including version control, Unix/Linux, and HPC.
• Experience in collecting, organizing, integrating, and analyzing large and complex biological datasets.
• Must have a two-year Master’s degree in bioinformatics or equivalent.

Skills

R and Python

Single-cell RNA-seq analysis

Bioinformatics tool development

Reproducible research

Data integration with large datasets

Unix/Linux and HPC

Version control

Education

Two-year Master’s degree in bioinformatics or equivalent

Tools

Unix/Linux environments

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Job description

PhD scholarship in Isoform-level Omics Analysis - DTU Health Tech

Do you want to be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of omics analysis? Do you want to help us shape the future of omics analysis?

We are looking for an enthusiastic PhD student in bioinformatics to work on isoform-level analysis of omics data through both method development and applied analysis.

If this sounds interesting, consider joining the Isoform Analysis group in the Section for Bioinformatics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Here you will work closely with talented researchers that want to make a difference. Importantly you will be joining a collaborative group where you get a lot of support but also a lot of autonomy all within a section where you will get a diverse set of scientific inputs. You can read more about the background and the group at www.healthtech.dtu.dk/Isoform-Analysis .

About Us:

My leadership philosophy can be simply stated as: people first. Our research is driven by a passion for science, but never at the expense of personal wellbeing! I firmly believe that science should be an exhilarating and enjoyable journey. Although I am not yet an experienced group leader, I take my role seriously and remain committed to continuous learning.

In our research group, I don't perceive myself as an authoritative figure who makes all the decisions. Rather, I see myself as a guide and facilitator for you. My primary role is to provide unwavering support to help you achieve our shared goals by navigating the right paths and eliminating obstacles along the way. I am committed to fostering an environment where scientific ideas, diversity and personal growth thrive.

You must have the following requirements:

• Excellent programming skills in R and Python
• Experience in the applied analysis of single-cell RNA-sequencing data, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publication(s)
• Experience in developing, benchmarking, and validating bioinformatics tools and computational methods, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publication(s)
• Applied experience with isoform analysis using both transcriptomics and proteomics data
• Experience with reproducible computational research, including version control, Unix/Linux environments, and high-performance computing (HPC)
• Experience in collecting, organizing, integrating, and analyzing large and complex biological datasets

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) in bioinformatics or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment

The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education .

Assessment

The assessment of the applicants will be made by Associate Professor Kristoffer Vitting-Seerup.

We offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please see DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff: www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures .

The period of employment is 3 years.. Starting date 1 January 2027 or after mutual agreement.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Further information

Further information may be obtained from Kristoffer Vitting-Seerup ([e-mail]).

You can read more about the department of Health Technology and the Section for Bioinformatics at www.healthtech.dtu.dk/english and www.healthtech.dtu.dk/english/research/research-sections/section-bioinformatics .

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure

Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 2 October 2026 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)(max 1 page)
• Curriculum vitae (with stated GPA for BSc and MSc (or the part you have completed)
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
• Letters of recommendation (mandatory)

You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

DTU Health Tech educates the engineers of the future, and develop new technology and solutions with a vision to improve people's life before, during and after they are patients. We do this in close collaboration with the health sector, industry, academia and other health partners, because we believe that the best results and ideas often occur in a close collaboration between different sectors. At DTU Health Tech, we have identified six Flagships that define our department, and where we in particular invite external partners for collaboration. The department's unique interdisciplinary academic environment with competences in among other things physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and computer science support our goal of developing world-class technology, knowledge and innovation in the health area to benefit patients and society.

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