Staff Scientist (AC-TAP) in Redox Proteomics at the Department of Biomedical Sciences Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences University of Copenhagen

We are looking for a highly motivated and independent staff scientist to support our efforts in redox proteomics to commence 1 May 2025, the position is time-limited until 31 December 2027.

Our research
The Department of Biomedical Sciences (BMI) conducts research that seeks to explore and understand organ systems, pathology, pathophysiology and pharmacology. The Department is an important centre for research into basic and clinical science with the aim of improving diagnostics and patient therapies.

The Protein Oxidation Group led by Professor Michael Davies carries out research focused on understanding and characterizing the mechanisms and consequences of protein modification, a process known to be of major importance in cardiovascular disease as well as other human diseases associated with inflammation. We use a range of analytical, biochemical, molecular, cellular, animal and human studies to examine these processes, with an overall aim of understanding and preventing protein modification and tissue damage.

Your job
You will join a multi-disciplinary research team working on the detection, identification and characterization of post-translational modifications on proteins and changes in native proteomes of isolated proteins, cells, animal and human tissue samples, with a particular emphasis on extracellular matrix and cardiovascular disease. Your tasks will be to be carry out proteomic analyses (by LC-MS) of samples, including sample preparation, running of samples, high-level data analysis, interpretation of results and writing of reports and papers.

You will also oversee the use and maintenance of the LC-MS machines, and contribute to the maintenance of the relevant facilities.

You will be expected to contribute to, and support, multiple ongoing research projects in the group as needed; induct and train new lab members; contribute to general floor activities; and support the principal investigator of the research group.

You will be involved in teaching and/or supporting BMI on technical tasks as agreed upon by the BMI leadership for TAP-FU.

Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic staff scientist with the following competencies and experience:

Essential experience and skills

• You have a PhD in Life sciences or related areas
• You have high-level and extensive documented experience in redox proteomics and post-translational modifications
• Extensive ‘hands-on’ experience in running of protein samples on Bruker LC-MS systems, including tims-TOF equipment
• You have an active interest and established profile in the fields of oxidative stress and proteomics
• Knowledge of cardiovascular disease and particularly atherosclerosis
• You have proven abilities to envision, plan, manage and execute research projects
• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken

Place of employment
The place of employment is the Protein Oxidation group, in the Inflammation, Metabolism and Oxidation section of the Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and two dedicated Bruker LC-MS machines and associated facilities.

Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.

The Starting date is 1 May 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term position until 31 December 2027.

Employment will be as Special Consultant in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). The monthly salary will be as Special Consultant with the possibility to negotiate a salary supplement based on prior experiences and qualifications. The employer will pay an additional 18 % to your pension fund.

Questions
For further information regarding the position, please contact Prof. Michael Davies.

E-mail: [email protected]

Application
Your application must be in English and include:

• Letter of application addressing the requirements (max. one page).
• Curriculum Vitae
• A certified/signed copy of certificate(s) of education

Please submit your application by clicking on “Apply Now” below. Only online applications will be accepted.

Application deadline: 3 March 2025, 23.59 CET

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

Interviews are expected to be held in week 13.

The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.

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