Researcher in mathematical modelling of hub molecules

UiT; Tromsø; On-site; NOK 540,000 - 590,000; Full time

Job summary

UiT The Arctic University of Norway invites applications for a Researcher in mathematical modelling of hub molecules at the Bioinformatics and Systems Biology Group, Dept. of Arctic and Marine Biology in Tromsø. The two-year-three-month MSCA-DN HubMOL project offers a Ph.D.

aligned position with research on mitochondrial metabolism and metabolic flux analysis. The successful candidate will reconstruct mitochondrial models, explore transport and post-translational modifications, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Master in biochemistry, biophysics, or mathematical biology or related field
• Strong mathematics background and Python programming
• Good understanding of biochemistry
• Documented proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Willingness to pursue a PhD and contribute to department development
• Willingness to spend several months at other research institutions in the network

Responsibilities

• Reconstruct mitochondrial biochemical models with focus on hub molecules
• Develop metabolic flux analysis methods and study post-translational modifications
• Explore transport and dynamics of hub molecules
• Collaborate across network institutions
• Contribute to doctoral training and research dissemination

Skills

Mathematics

Python

Biochemistry

English language

Team collaboration

PhD ambition

Education

Master in biochemistry, biophysics, or mathematical biology

Tools

AI models

Job description

Faculty of Biosciences, Fisheries and Economics

Researcher in mathematical modelling of hub molecules

A temporary position as Researcher in mathematical modelling of hub molecules is available within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie (MSCA-DN) network HubMOL . The position is for a period of two years and three months. It will be affiliated with the Bioinformatics and Systems Biology Group at T he Department of Arctic and Marine Biology at UiT. The candidate will be enrolled in the Ph.D. program at the faculty. The research project will be on mathematical modelling approaches targeting mitochondrial metabolism of hub molecules with focus on metabolic flux analysis.

The workplace is at UiT in Tromsø.

The position's field of Research

The main task of the project will be the reconstruction of models of mitochondrial biochemistry with strong focus on transport and dynamics of hub molecules and related post translational modifications and the development of new approaches for metabolic flux analyses to unravel the impact of changes in hub molecules on protein modification dynamics.

Qualifications

• The candidate must not have completed a PhD.
• The candidate must not have lived, studied or worked for more than12 months in Norway within the last 36 months.
• The candidate should describe his/her motivation to join the project and how his/her prior experience will help to develop the project.
• The position requires to spend several month in other research institutions within the network.

Required qualifications:

• Successfully completed a master in biochemistry, biophysics, or mathematical biology or similar qualification.
• Strong background in mathematics as well as programming experience in Python.
• Good understanding of biochemistry.
• Documented good written and oral proficiency in English language.
• We are looking for a colleague with excellent cooperation skills, and a positive attitude towards collaborative research, education and outreach. The successful candidate must have ambitions for a Ph.D. and be willing to get involved in the ongoing development of their department and the university as a whole.

Additional desirable qualifications, knowledge and experience:

• experience in the use of advanced AI models
• working experience in mathematical modelling of biological pathways beyond the master, especially metabolic flux analysis -
• experience in the interpretation of metabolomics mass spectrometry data

At UiT we put emphasis on the quality, relevance and significance of the research work and not on where the work is published, in accordance with the principles of The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment ( DORA ).

The remuneration for Researcher is in accordance with the State salary scale code 1108, with a gross annual salary ranging from NOK 540.000,- to 590.000,- in a 100 % position. In special cases a higher salary might be considered. As a state employee, you have one of the best pension schemes availiable. For more informationsee: spk.no .

Norwegian health policy aims to ensure that everyone, irrespective of their personal finances and where they live, has access to good health and care services of equal standard. As an employee you will become member of the National Insurance Scheme which also include health care services.

General information

The appointment is made in accordance with State regulations and guidelines at UiT. At our website, you will find more information for applicants .

After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

In case of discrepancies between the Norwegian and the English version of this description, the Norwegian version takes precedence.

Eallju - Developing the High North

UiT The Arctic University of Norway is a multi-campus research university and the northernmost university of the world. Our central location in the High North, our broad and diverse research and study portfolio, and our interdisciplinary qualities make us uniquely suited to meet the challenges of the future. At UiT you can explore global issues from a close-up perspective.

Credibility, academic freedom, closeness, creativity and commitment shall be hallmarks of the relationship between our employees, between our employees and our students and between UiT and our partners.

The Faculty of Biosciences, Fisheries and Economics (BFE) consists of Department of Arctic and Marine Biology, Norwegian College of Fishery Science (NFH) and School of Business and Economics. The main task of BFE is to conduct teaching and research dissemination at a high national and international level within all relevant fields. Prioritized research areas are aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, climate, life in the arctic, marine bioprospecting, fish health, seafood products, business and macroeconomics, resources and environment, markets and management of marine resources. The interdisciplinary profile of the faculty provides good opportunity to develop research projects involving several research groups at the faculty according to its strategy.