Postdoc in the Liu group at Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
University of Copenhagen
We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic postdoc for a two-year position, who is expected to commence on the September 1st, 2025, or after agreement. Highly motivated and committed candidates with an interest in eukaryotic DNA replication and DNA damage repair, are encouraged to apply.
Information on the department can be found at: https://icmm.ku.dk/english/
Our research
The Liu group https://icmm.ku.dk/english/research-groups/liu-group/ aims to understand the molecular mechanisms that maintain eukaryotic genome stability during DNA replication using a combination of genetic and cell biological techniques. In our group, we strive for success based on teamwork using interdisciplinary methodology. We have established excellent international collaborations and have excellent support from the department and the current DNRF-Center for chromosome Stability. Our group is composed by members of different nationalities and have good gender balance.
Project description
The successful applicant will work on the project with the focus on ‘the mechanism underlying folate deficiency induced genome instability’. Folate deficiency is known to be associated with a diverse range of human disorders including foetal neural tube defects, age-associated dementia, infertility, and some type of cancers. We are currently investigating the regions that are vulnerable to folate deficiency in the human genome, and the strategies cells employ to maintain the stability of those regions.
Your job
The successful applicant will perform research in Liu group and participate in undergraduate teaching in the department.
Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:
Essential experience and skills:
- You have a PhD in cellular biology and/or genetics
- You are highly experienced in cell culture and molecular biology related methodology
- You have an active interest in cancer biology
- Proficient communication skills and ability to work in teams
- Excellent written and spoken English skills
Desirable experience, skills and achievements:
- Experience/knowledge in/of and genomic data base analysis
- Experience/knowledge in/of in healthy aging
- With publications as co-authors or first authors in the relevant field
Place of employment
The place of employment is at the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Panum, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories, advanced microscopic imaging, mouse genetics, and mass spectrometry facilities.
Scientific environment
The Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (ICMM) offers an ambitious scientific environment, with many different nationalities represented. ICMM aims to produce research with high international impact focusing on the functional cell, its genetic components and molecular cellular mechanisms in a medical context. ICMM currently comprises five research programs, three high profile Research Centers as well as a number of international research groups. The scientists at ICMM are involved in high quality research based undergraduate and graduate teaching programs at the University of Copenhagen. You can read more at www.icmm.ku.dk
Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.
The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 2 years. The starting date is September 1st, 2025, or after agreement.
Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 40.781 DKK/approx. 5,400 EUR (April 2025 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18.07 % to your pension fund.
Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.
The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2025.
Questions
For further information please contact Ying Liu; ying@sund.ku.dk; www.sund.ku.dk
Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Application procedure
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
- Motivated letter of application (max. one page).
- CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position.
- A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will be required.
- List of publications, fellowships, grants, patents, etc.
Deadline for applications: June 30th, 2025, 23.59pm CEST
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.
The further process
After the application deadline, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.
You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/
The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
Interviews are expected to be held in week 31 of 2025
The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.