Postdoc: Host-Microbiome Multi-Omics Data Science

Syddansk Universitet (University of Southern Denmark - SDU); Odense; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a full-time postdoc in the Arumugam Group, Research unit of Medical Gastroenterology, Department of Clinical Research. The position focuses on host-microbiome multi-omics data science and deep learning.

You will develop and apply deep learning methods, lead projects within international consortia, and collaborate with clinicians and bioinformaticians to generate biologically meaningful insights.

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science (informatics), mathematics, physics, bioinformatics, or biology with strong software development experience.
• Experience in machine learning and statistical analysis.
• Strong programming skills and experience with deep learning frameworks (Python, NumPy, PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Experience with deep learning architectures, including autoencoders and graph neural networks.
• Familiarity with explainable AI (xAI) methods for interpreting ML/DL models.
• Experience in a UNIX-based HPC environment.
• Demonstrated teamwork and a publication record.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Improve and expand current deep learning approaches, while also creating novel methods.
• Participate in and lead existing data science projects within the consortia and Arumugam group; initiate new cutting-edge research.
• Interact and collaborate with clinical researchers, veterinarians, biologists, and bioinformaticians to ensure proper interpretation of results.

Skills

Machine learning

Deep learning

XAI

UNIX HPC

Teamwork

Scientific productivity

English communication

Education

PhD in computer science (informatics)

PhD in mathematics

PhD in physics

PhD in bioinformatics

PhD in biology

Tools

Python

NumPy

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

The University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a full-time postdoc in the Arumugam Group, Research unit of Medical Gastroenterology, Department of Clinical Research. The position focuses on host-microbiome multi-omics data science and deep learning.

You will develop and apply deep learning methods, lead projects within international consortia, and collaborate with clinicians and bioinformaticians to generate biologically meaningful insights.