Part-time Staff Scientist

Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen; Center (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research in Copenhagen seeks a highly motivated part-time Staff Scientist to advance studies on molecular pathways of exercise in type 2 diabetes. You will design and drive omics-driven investigations and coordinate in vitro and in vivo experiments, while training students and staff in omics methods.

Based in the Maersk Tower laboratories, you will collaborate closely with the Zierath Group within CBMR to translate findings toward improved

Qualifications

• PhD in exercise physiology, molecular biomedicine, cell biology, or related life science.
• Postdoctoral experience in skeletal muscle metabolism, insulin signaling, or exercise physiology.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques (gene silencing/overexpression, metabolic assays).
• Documented experience in project management and student supervision.
• Expertise with omics technologies (proteomics, phosphoproteomics, metabolomics) and multi-omics bioinformatics.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in data interpretation and statistical analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Proteomics analysis of clinical and preclinical material.
• Bioinformatics analysis of complex multi-omics data to deconvolute molecular pathways of exercise.
• Coordination of in vitro and in vivo experiments to validate identified pathways.
• Training and day-to-day support of students, postdocs, and technical staff in omics and bioinformatics approaches.

Skills

Omics technologies

Bioinformatics analysis

Multi-omics analysis

Statistical analysis

Independent and collaborative work

English communication

Laboratory techniques

Training and mentoring

Project management

Education

PhD in exercise physiology or related life science

Postdoctoral experience in skeletal muscle metabolism or exercise physiology

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Part-time Staff Scientist

We are seeking an experienced part‑time Staff Scientist to join the Zierath Group to assist in designing and driving studies related to the molecular pathways of exercise in type 2 diabetes. The start date is March 1, 2027, or after agreement.

About Us

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research (CBMR) is an academic research Center that pioneers groundbreaking research towards better cardiometabolic health. Through collaborative interdisciplinary research CBMR aims to transform the basic understanding of cardiometabolic health and accelerate its translation into prevention and treatment strategies. The Center’s uniquely multi‑ and interdisciplinary approach combines research in genetics, physiology and pharmacology, to better understand the complex interplay of the many factors that drive cardiometabolic disease. You can learn more in the Executive Summary of CBMR's Strategy 2024–2028.

CBMR was established in 2010 at the Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences and has been located in the Maersk Tower at the Panum building since 2017. The around 260 employees create an international, highly collaborative research environment across disciplines.

Our Research

The Zierath Group investigates the interactions between intrinsic biorhythms and external perturbations such as exercise and nutrient provision to identify novel translational strategies for prevention and treatment of metabolic diseases.

Your Task

Tasks will include:

• Proteomics analysis of clinical and preclinical material
• Bioinformatics analysis of complex multi‑omics data to deconvolute molecular pathways of exercise
• Coordination of in vitro and in vivo experiments to validate identified pathways
• Training and day‑to‑day support of students, postdocs, and technical staff in omics and bioinformatics approaches

You will work closely with other members of the Zierath Group and CBMR, and your time will primarily be spent in laboratory facilities at the Maersk Tower.

Profile

We are looking for a highly motivated and technically strong scientist with the following competencies and experience.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in exercise physiology, molecular biomedicine, cell biology, or a related life science discipline
• Postdoctoral experience in skeletal muscle metabolism, insulin signaling, or exercise physiology
• Experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., gene silencing/overexpression, metabolic assays)
• Documented experience in project management and student supervision
• Expertise with omics technologies (proteomics, phosphoproteomics, metabolomics) and multi‑omics bioinformatics
• Strong analytical skills and experience in data interpretation and statistical analysis
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral

Place of employment

The place of employment is the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment.

Terms of employment

The employment is a part‑time 1 day/week (7,24 hours/week) position for two years. The expected starting date is March 1, 2027, or after agreement.

Employment as an Academic Research Consultant will be in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement between the Danish Government and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations), with a possibility to negotiate supplements based on qualifications and experience.

Questions

For further information about the position, please contact Professor Juleen R Zierath at [e-mail]. For information about the employment process, please contact SUND HR CBMR at [e-mail].

Deadline is November 6, 2026.

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be taken into consideration.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their personal backgrounds.

Application deadline: 06-11-2026

Employment start: 01-03-2027

Working hours: Part time

Department/Location: Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research