Staff scientist/academic technician at the Department of Food Science: Mass spectrometry (omics techniques) and analytical chemistry

The Department of Food Science is seeking applications for a staff scientist/academic employee (AC-TAP). The position includes scientific, administrative and supervision tasks as well as collaboration with external collaborators and industry.
The position at the Department of Food Science is in molecular biology and omics techniques in the context of food quality and composition. The intended start date for this appointment from 1st of January 2025, or as soon as possible.

Position activities
As an AC-TAP in the Food Chemistry group you will participate in and contribute to research projects, do experimental work, develop and validate analytical methods, maintain equipment and supervise and mentor students, as well as application and publication writing after agreement. Furthermore, you will be involved in bioinformatics, data analysis and reporting, as well as performing general support in lab-based activities in the group and projects you are part of.

Primarily activities:

• Maintenance and management of the mass spectrometers at the department such as LC-ESI/MS Single Q, LC-Triple Q, and MALDI ToF, including assistance of users
• Maintain bioinformatic tools related to proteomics and mebolomics
• Management of 1 and 2D gel-based activities and instruction of students
• Perform data analysis and interpretation
• Assist users/students from the group in sample preparation and advanced MS-experiments and associated bioinformatics
• Assist students in development and implementation of control and data collection software
• Participate in teaching of relevant laboratory courses in food chemistry
• Deliver various duties related to the Department of Food Science

Qualifications
We are looking for a service minded individual with a background or education in analytic chemistry and protein chemistry, preferably with experience within hands-on experience in running, maintenance and troubleshooting of advanced mass spectrometry and HPLC equipment and with interest and flair for working and reporting within online systems. We expect a high sense of structure, ability to keep an overview, clear written and oral communication skills, authority in giving instructions when training, and a good command of both the Danish and English languages. A strong background in mass spectrometry instrumentation, software for instrument control and data processing as well as experience in implementation of advanced experiments is preferred.

The candidate will be a part of a team focusing on food chemistry, food composition, food quality,  proteomics and peptidomics mass spectrometry e.g. LC-MS, 1 and 2D gels, Maldi ToF MS, and ICP-MS, analyses for vitamins, minerals and anti-nutritional compounds, , and which shares some of the daily duties in maintenance of the instrument park at the Department related to protein and analytical chemistry.

We offer
A challenging and independent job opportunity in an ambitious and inspiring research and education environment with an informal and international atmosphere. We are looking for a dynamic employee, who can work independently and maintain an overview during periods of high workload. We expect that you are efficient at planning your time and organizing major tasks and that you enjoy interaction with scientific staff, students and technical-administrative staff, as well as have an ability to establish collaborative relationships. There will be opportunities to participate in the preparation of research applications and publications after agreement.

The laboratories have Bachelor, Master, and PhD students as well as guest researchers, therefore, you must be very comfortable with reading and speaking English. Our work environment includes independence and teamwork, social activities, and an appreciative and respectful approach with colleagues.

The job is full-time, i.e., 37 hours per week.

Area of employment and place of employment
The area of employment is Aarhus University, and the workplace is Agro Food Park 48,
8200 Aarhus N.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Professor Lotte Bach Larsen, mobile: +45 22 81 92 82, e-mail: [email protected]
 

Formalities and salary range

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.

Aarhus University

Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/