Research Assistant (Staff Scientist) in Cancer Bioinformatics and Molecular Oncology

Syddansk Universitet; Odense; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a Research Assistant (Staff Scientist) in cancer bioinformatics and molecular oncology. The successful candidate will strengthen computational and omics analyses and integrate them with experimental cancer biology in a collaborative research environment.

The role includes independent and collaborative research, publication, grant proposal contributions, and teaching activities in

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field (molecular biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, cancer biology)
• Postdoctoral research experience in molecular oncology or cancer-related research
• Strong expertise in bioinformatics and computational analysis of biological datasets
• Experience with transcriptomic data analysis and interpretation of pathways/networks
• Knowledge of cancer metabolism and mechanisms of cancer progression
• Ability to conduct research independently and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams
• Strong scientific publication record
• Good communication and interest in teaching activities

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative cancer biology research focusing on metabolic regulation and tumor progression.
• Develop and apply bioinformatics and computational methods for analysis of transcriptomic and omics data.
• Integrate bioinformatics with experimental research within the lab.
• Identify molecular pathways and regulatory networks involved in cancer progression.
• Prepare scientific publications, research proposals, and grant applications.
• Contribute to teaching activities in the department, including the BMB835 course.
• Collaborate with researchers within the department and contribute to the group's scientific development.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Computational analysis

Transcriptomics

Cancer metabolism

Independent researcher

Collaborative work

Publication record

Teaching interest

Education

PhD in molecular biology / biochemistry / bioinformatics / cancer biology

Job description

Research Assistant (Staff Scientist) in Cancer Bioinformatics and Molecular Oncology

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a Research Assistant (Staff Scientist) position in the research group of Professor Paolo Ceppi.

The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research activities focused on understanding the molecular and metabolic mechanisms underlying cancer development and progression, with a particular emphasis on bioinformatics and computational approaches in oncology.

The position aims to strengthen and further develop bioinformatics research within the group, facilitating the integration of computational analyses with experimental cancer biology and supporting the development of new research directions.

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Conduct independent and collaborative research in cancer biology, with particular attention to metabolic regulation and molecular mechanisms of tumor progression.

Develop and apply bioinformatics and computational approaches for the analysis of complex biological datasets, including transcriptomic and other omics data.

Support the integration of bioinformatics analyses with experimental research activities within the laboratory.

Contribute to identifying molecular pathways and regulatory networks involved in cancer progression and cellular plasticity.

Participate in the preparation of scientific publications, research proposals, and future grant applications.

Contribute to teaching activities at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, including the BMB835 course.

Collaborate with researchers within the department and contribute to the scientific development of the research group.

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

A PhD degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, cancer biology, or a related field.

Documented postdoctoral research experience in molecular oncology or cancer-related research.

Strong expertise in bioinformatics and computational analysis of biological datasets.

Experience with transcriptomic data analysis and the interpretation of molecular pathways and regulatory networks.

Knowledge of cancer metabolism and molecular mechanisms involved in cancer progression.

A demonstrated ability to conduct research independently and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary research teams.

A strong scientific publication record.

Good communication skills and an interest in contributing to teaching activities.

Research Environment

The successful candidate will join the research group led by Professor Paolo Ceppi at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark.

The group investigates molecular mechanisms regulating cancer progression, with particular interests in cancer metabolism, cellular plasticity, and molecular regulatory networks. The position will play an important role in strengthening the computational and bioinformatics capabilities of the laboratory and supporting the development of innovative research projects and future funding applications.

Position: Research Assistant (Staff Scientist)

Workplace: Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense

Starting date: 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter