Postdoc Position(s) in Epigenetics/Genomics/Proteomics at University of Copenhagen Full-time NEW

Postdoctoral Researcher Position

The Choudhary lab is technically and internationally diverse and embedded in an excellent environment that supports high-quality research and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration. The lab conducts research using interdisciplinary, state-of-the-art technologies, including quantitative proteomics, next-generation nucleic acid sequencing, advanced microscopy, CRISPR-based genome editing, and bioinformatics. The lab uses diverse cell models, including embryonic stem cells and their differentiated derivatives. The research in the Choudhary group is mainly funded by an ERC Advanced Grant and a Laureate Grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation.

We are now looking for 1-2 postdoc researchers with a PhD and/or MD (i.e. level of education corresponding to the Danish PhD degree).

Our group works in the broad area of proteomics, genomics, epigenetics, and cell signaling. In this project, we are interested in understanding epigenetic mechanisms of gene regulation, with special focus to understand the mechanisms of gene activation by cis-regulatory enhancers. The project will use quantitative proteomics and genomics to further understand the role of acetylation and other chromatin modifications in gene regulation. The project will combine CRISPR-based genome editing with NGS-based approaches (i.e. RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq) and cell biological approaches to uncover new regulatory pathways and decipher underlying mechanisms.

Postdoc candidate(s) with experience in wet laboratory work will perform wet laboratory experiments involving cultured mammalian cells, creating CRISPR engineered cell lines, generating NGS data, including high-quality ChIP-seq data. The candidates with experience in both wet lab and bioinformatics will be able to do both (i.e. work in the wet lab and perform bioinformatics analyses).

Start date: October 1, 2026, or later.

The candidate should have demonstrated excellent scientific productivity, evidenced by high-quality research publications, be able to conduct independent and creative research, and show good interpersonal and communication skills.

• The candidate is required to have a PhD/MD level of education corresponding to the Danish PhD degree in natural or medical science.
• Excellent scientific track record, including at least one publication in a high-quality, peer-reviewed international journal. Pre-prints can be counted for fulfilling this requirement.
• Expert knowledge in one or more of the following areas is advantageous:

1. Prior experience in the area of quantitative proteomics, epigenetics, or gene transcription regulation.
2. Demonstrated experience in bioinformatic analysis of proteomics/genomics data.
3. Hands-on experience in culturing mammalian cells.
4. Experience in molecular biology techniques, including use of CRISPR-based genome editing.

• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• An analytical aptitude for devising innovative scientific or technical solutions.

The employment is at Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine and Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, located in central Copenhagen. The workplace offers state-of-the-art research facilities. Denmark is often ranked as the happiest nation and Copenhagen is consistently ranked as one of the best cities for living. For more information on working and living in Denmark visit www.ism.ku.dk (International staff mobility) and www.workingconditions.ku.dk.

Salary, pension, and terms of employment will be in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Academics Central organization. Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated.

Duration: The duration of the full-time position(s) (37 hours per week) is 3 years.

Your application must be submitted electronically by clicking 'APPLY NOW' below or via this advertisement found at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/.

Your application should include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae, incl. educational qualifications, experience, and a list of publications
• A scanned copy of the final degree (PhD or equivalent) certificate. If the degree is not yet awarded, it is sufficient to mention in the cover letter when the applicant expects to submit the thesis, and/or receive the qualifying degree
• Names and contact details for 2-3 referees

Deadline for applications: 17 July 2026, 23.59pm CET.

The applicants can submit these materials in the given fields in the online submission system. We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the above-mentioned requirements.

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