Computational Biologist in Gut Microbiome and Metabolomics Research

7 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Researcher with competence in both computational analysis and experimental rodent, cellular, and molecular experimental validation of human intestinal microbiome and plasma metabolome research.

The position is anchored in the research team of Associate Professor Tune Pers at Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research, University of Copenhagen.

About the Role
  • Undertake computational and experimental studies to explore the role of an aberrant gut microbiome and the related untargeted plasma metabolome in the pathogenesis of overt type 2 diabetes.
  • Major experience in both competence areas is requested to comply with project needs.
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 from single-cell genomics to whole-body systems, CBMR aims to transform the basic understanding of cardiometabolic health and accelerate its translation into prevention and treatment strategies.



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