Metabolomics Platform Manager

Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen

Are you an expert in analytical chemistry and metabolomics that would be excited about supporting cutting-edge research within the fields of nutrition, microbiome and health? We are looking for a dedicated candidate with high technical expertise that would be thrilled to maintain and develop our liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS)-based metabolomics infrastructure and engage with a collaborative, dynamic and ambitious research team.

The position is available from 1 April 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The position and responsibilities
The metabolomics platform manager’s duties will primarily include maintenance and development of our LC-MS-based metabolomics infrastructure. This includes day-to-day maintenance of LC-MS instruments, trouble shooting, implementation and development of methods and standard operating procedures, as well as coordination of metabolomics analyses in close collaboration with colleagues. The metabolomics manager is also expected to contribute to the training of students and staff in LC-MS and metabolomics. Moreover, the Metabolomics Platform Manager will interact with bioanalysts on ad-hoc laboratory tasks.

The ideal candidate
We are looking for a motivated candidate that thrives in an academic environment, which finds joy in helping others and satisfaction in handling delicate LC-MS equipment making sure researchers obtain high quality metabolomics data.

The ideal candidate is a team player with a very strong drive and several years of experience in metabolomics.

Requirements, qualifications, and evaluation criteria
We expect you to have:

• A PhD degree or at least three years of experience in metabolomics, analytical chemistry, or related discipline
• In-depth knowledge and extensive experience with liquid chromatography-based metabolomics (e.g., method development, sample preparation, mass spectrometry-based analyses, mass-spectrometry based software, as well as data management)
• Experience and a proven track record of successful collaboration in diverse research environments
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English.

The research environment
You will be part of the Nutrition, Microbiome and Metabolomics Research Group headed by Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager at Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science at University of Copenhagen. We offer a dynamic, sociable, collaborative, and international environment with several exiting ongoing projects. The group conducts metabolomics and cohort- and intervention studies concerning nutrition, microbiome, and health.

The research group is also affiliated to the Copenhagen Gut Microbiome Hub, which brings together the region’s leading scientists, researchers and industry professionals dedicated to leverage the gut microbiome to improve health.

The University is situated in Copenhagen, which is consistently rated among the world's top ten most livable and sustainable cities. Life for families is made easier via a publicly supported daycare and healthcare system, dual-career opportunities, maternity/parental leave, and six weeks of annual vacation. International candidates may find useful information on living and working in Denmark. Useful information is also available at the university’s International Staff Mobility (ISM) office, which offers a variety of services to international researchers coming to and working at the University of Copenhagen.

Place of employment
The place of employment is the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, located in the heart of Copenhagen. You can read more about the department at www.nexs.ku.dk/english 

Terms of salary and employment
The appointment as Metabolomics Platform Manager is positioned as Special Consultant and is a full-time position for 3 years. The start date is 1 April 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. Working hours will be 37 hours per week on average. 

Employment will be in accordance with The Circular on the Collective Agreement concerning Academics in the state sector concluded between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and Akademikerne (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Furthermore, there is a possibility to negotiate supplements based on qualifications and experience.

Questions
For further information about the job description and qualifications, please contact Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager, [email protected].

Application
Please submit your application in English by clicking "Apply now" below.

The application must include the following:

• Letter of application/motivation (max one page)
• Your CV, including education, a list of laboratory skills/techniques, previous employments, language skills and other relevant skills
• Copy of relevant certificates/diplomas
• Complete publication list.

Deadline for application is 12 January 2025.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline and not to consider applications that do not meet the abovementioned requirements.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.