Postdoctoral researcher in human liver biology and organoid-based disease m at SDU Career Site

Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, Denmark -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Liver Biology, Organoid Systems, Stem Cell Biology, Tissue Engineering, Disease Modelling, Cellular Interactions, Therapeutic Interventions, Biological Characterisation, Inflammatory Signalling, Extracellular Matrix Dynamics, Quantitative Omics, AI-Assisted Sorting, 3D Bioprinting, Hepatology, Immunology, Pharmacology

Industry

Higher Education

Description

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a three-year postdoctoral position within the FibroLiver project. We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with a strong interest in human liver biology who is eager to work at the interface between advanced tissue engineering, stem cell biology, complex multicellular systems, and translational disease research. The position offers the opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary consortium spanning academia and industry, bringing together expertise in hepatology, pharmacology, immunology, and biotechnology. The project integrates expertise in liver biology, disease modelling, quantitative omics, and advanced experimental platforms, including automated organoid culture systems, AI-assisted organoid sorting, and volumetric 3D bioprinting. The successful candidate will take a leading role in developing and applying human liver organoid systems to study cellular interactions that drive tissue remodelling and influence responses to therapeutic interventions. The work will involve biological characterisation of these models and investigation of inflammatory signalling and extracellular matrix dynamics. The ideal candidate has the following competencies and skills: • A PhD in biomedicine, or a related discipline such as biochemistry, molecular biology, medicine, cell biology, immunology, or a closely related biomedical field • Strong interest in human liver biology and mechanisms of liver disease • Experience working with experimental biological model systems relevant to biomedical research • Ability to design and conduct complex experiments • Good interpersonal and communication skills in English for effective teamwork in an interdisciplinary environment Additional valuable skills: • Experience with stem cell biology or organoid systems • Experience with functional phenotyping • Familiarity with omics-based approaches such as proteomics or transcriptomics • Interest in quantitative or systems-level approaches to complex biological questions Starting date: 1 June 2026 or soon thereafter. For further information, please contact: Professor Adelina Rogowska-Wrzesinska, adelinar@bmb.sdu.dk [adelinar@bmb.sdu.dk], Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark. The department hosts a vibrant international research community and provides access to advanced experimental infrastructure for quantitative proteomics, molecular and functional genomics, bioimaging, and experimental model systems. The position is embedded in the Protein Research Group, which focuses on quantitative proteomics and experimental models of human disease and maintains close collaborations with clinical researchers, technology developers, and international partners. The research environment encourages interdisciplinary interaction and supports the development of innovative experimental approaches to complex biological questions. Denmark offers an attractive and supportive research environment with strong funding opportunities, excellent research infrastructure, and a high quality of life for international researchers. Odense is a vibrant university city with a growing international research community and excellent connections to Copenhagen and the rest of Europe. Application, salary etc. The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary [https://sdunet.dk/en/servicesider/hr/ansaettelsesforhold/loen/loensatser] (only available in Danish) and taxation [https://www.sdu.dk/en/om-sdu/international-staff/getting-settled]. The application must include the following: • A curriculum vitae including information on previous employment with start and end dates • A full list of publications and copies of publications on which the applicant wishes to rely • Copy of PhD diploma (or a statement from the PhD supervisor if the diploma has not yet been issued) • A short description of the applicant’s research interests and motivation Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated. Shortlisting may be used as part of the assessment process, and an interview may be included in the overall evaluation of the applicant’s qualifications. The application and all appendices must be in Danish or English. Applications must be submitted electronically using the link “Apply now”. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU [https://www.sdu.dk/en/om-sdu/ledige-stillinger/soegjob] before you apply. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. Further information [https://www.sdu.dk/iso] for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark can be found on the University’s website. ABOUT SDU The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education or learning, we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops and recruits talent. At the same time, we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities – and we can only do that with the right people. The University’s researchers, lecturers, students, managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead the development and application of human liver organoid systems to investigate cellular interactions driving tissue remodeling and therapeutic response. This involves the biological characterization of these models and studying inflammatory signaling and extracellular matrix dynamics.