Extremophile Lipidomics Researcher (2-year)

Nord; Bodø; Hybrid; NOK 550,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Government pension fund benefits

Creative and collegial environment

Steady progressive development

Job summary

Nord University in Bodø seeks a two-year Researcher to lead lipid bioprospection on extremophile samples within the XTREMOLIFE consortium. The role centers on analytical chemistry using GC-MS with tandem MS detection, coordinating with partners and delivering key project milestones.

The successful candidate will contribute to publications and conferences, with emphasis on metabolomics and lipidomics in extreme environments.

Qualifications

• PhD in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or closely related field with focus on metabolomics/lipidomics.
• Postdoctoral experience is advantageous and beneficial.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical chemistry research on lipid secondary metabolites in extremophiles.
• Coordinate activities with European consortium partners and deliver milestones.
• Publish results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Biochemistry

Metabolomics

Lipidomics

English fluency

Independent work

Collaborative

Education

PhD in analytical chemistry or biochemistry

Tools

GC-MS

Tandem MS

Job description

Nord University in Bodø seeks a two-year Researcher to lead lipid bioprospection on extremophile samples within the XTREMOLIFE consortium. The role centers on analytical chemistry using GC-MS with tandem MS detection, coordinating with partners and delivering key project milestones.

The successful candidate will contribute to publications and conferences, with emphasis on metabolomics and lipidomics in extreme environments.