About the opportunity
A full-time (100%) postdoctoral position is available in the lab of Dr. Srustidhar Das at the Department of Clinical Research and the Research Unit of Inflammation Research, Department of Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark. The position is limited to two years, with the possibility of extension subject to funding. The successful candidate will join a translational research programme investigating how inflammation reshapes the intestinal epithelium and its surrounding tissue niche. The role combines patient-derived organoid and co-culture models with molecular biology, functional assays, and computational analysis of single-cell and spatial datasets.
Salary and benefits
- Employment in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
- Placement within salary steps 4-8 of the Danish state salary scale, depending on seniority.
- Centrally agreed postdoc allowance paid in addition to the base salary.
- Opportunity for qualification- and function-related allowances to be negotiated.
- Danish language training offered to foreign applicants.
- Support services provided by the International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU.
Who can apply?
- Must hold a PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, bioinformatics, computational biology, regenerative medicine, biomedicine, or a closely related discipline.
- Documented research experience relevant to the project.
- Documented experience in organoid biology, preferably involving intestinal or other tissue-derived epithelial organoids.
- Demonstrated expertise in analysing single-cell or spatial-omics data, with proficiency in R and/or Python.
- Hands-on experience in molecular and cell biology methods.
- A strong publication record appropriate to career stage.
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency.
Required documents
- A motivation letter
- A detailed CV
- Degree certificates, inclusive of PhD diploma
- A complete and numbered list of publications
- Copies of 3 scientific peer-reviewed publications considered most important by the candidate
- A teaching portfolio detailing prior teaching experience, skills, and teaching philosophy
- A detailed description of research experience
- An explanation of other qualifications relevant to the position
When to apply
- Application deadline is November 1, 2026 at 23:59 hrs. (CET).
How to apply
- Prepare all required application documents as PDF files ensuring the motivation letter and CV do not exceed 10 MB in total.
- Submit the application electronically via the online application link on the official portal by clicking 'Apply now'.
Additional information
- The work location is Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M, Denmark.
- Shortlisting and reference checks will be used as part of the selection process.
- Applicants invited for an interview should expect to complete a work-related personality assessment.
- Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Researchers holding a recent PhD in molecular biology, immunology, bioinformatics, or related fields who want to work at the intersection of experimental biology and computational science.
- Candidates with hands-on expertise in patient-derived organoids, single-cell RNA sequencing, or spatial transcriptomics.
- Scientists seeking a multidisciplinary academic environment with strong clinical links to Odense University Hospital.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is strictly limited to an initial fixed term of two years, with extension contingent upon securing additional funding.
- Relocation to Odense, Denmark is required as the work is conducted on-site at the university campus.
- The application requires a comprehensive submission package including a teaching portfolio and selected publications.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This postdoctoral fellowship offers an excellent platform for early-career researchers aiming to build a high-impact publication record, master advanced single-cell and organoid techniques, and establish a competitive profile for future academic or translational research roles.
Our take
This opportunity is ideal for ambitious life science or computational PhD graduates eager to drive translational research in mucosal immunology and tissue regeneration. Those unable to relocate to Denmark or seeking permanent employment from the outset should consider other opportunities.
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