Postdoc in Spatial Evolutionary Microbiology at Globe Institute

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic postdoc for a 2-year position on generation and analysis of spatial gut microbiome data from vertebrate intestines to commence on February 1st, 2026. The researcher will conduct original research to address variation of spatial gut microbiome structure and functioning from an evolutionary point of view.

Information on the department can be found at https://globe.ku.dk.

Our research
The AlberdiLab is a dynamic, interdisciplinary research group dedicated to understanding the eco-evolutionary relationships between gut microorganisms and their hosts. Driven by a strong collaborative spirit, we strive to develop innovative technologies for generating and analysing high-quality molecular data. We apply these tools to address fundamental questions about host–microbiota interactions and to translate this knowledge into practical applications in agriculture and biodiversity conservation.

Your job
Your tasks will include collection ofsamples from multiplevertebrate species, generation of spatial metagenomic data using the infrastructure available at the Globe Institute, and spatial analysis of microbial communities, to understand how fundamental spatial properties of gut microbiomes vary across vertebrate phylogeny.

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 Biology, Biotechnology or similar.
• You are highly experienced in generation and analysis of spatial omic data.
• You have an active interest in addressing evolutionary questions related to vertebrates and their gut microbiomes.
• Proficient communication skills and ability to work in teams
• Excellent English skills written and spoken

Desirable experience and skills:

• Experience in generating diverse omic data
• Experience in analysing shotgun metagenomic data
• Experience in using automated liquid handlers

Place of employment
The place of employment is at the Section for Hologenomics, Globe Institute (Øster Farimagsgade 5, 1353 Copenhagen K).

About Globe Institute
The Globe Institute is part of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. The Institute’s main purpose is to address basic scientific questions through interdisciplinary approaches. The institute operates at the intersection of natural and medical sciences and the humanities. Information on the institute can be found at: https://www.globe.ku.dk/.

The Globe Institute is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where employees and students can belong and thrive. See website

for more information. All qualified applicants will receive full consideration. Candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, contribute to diversity and competencies of our Institute are encouraged to apply. The University of Copenhagen strives to offer a family friendly and flexible working environment with a sustainable balance between work- and private life, including parental leave schemes (up to 47 weeks for both parents) and up to six weeks of paid holidays per year. Researchers that have not been tax liable in Denmark for the last 10 years can apply for a special (reduced) tax scheme. The university offers a variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families.

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 on February 1st, 2026.

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.

The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2020.

Questions
For further information please contact Antton Alberdi; [email protected]

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 do.
• List of publications.

The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, 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 4.

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

Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre.

Info
Ansøgningsfrist: 02-01-2026

Ansættelsesdato: 01-02-2026

Arbejdstid: Fuldtid

Afdeling/Sted: Globe Institute