Postdoc in Population genomics with an interest in ancient DNA - DTU Aqua

Postdoc in Population Genomics: projects on aDNA, invasion genomics and implementation in fisheries management. Embark on a research career at DTU Aqua, pioneering advancements in fisheries genomics. Responsibilities include analyzing (high/low cov.) whole-genome data where experience with ancient DNA is a plus.
If you are embarking on a career as a researcher and seeking the best foundation to achieve your dreams and ambitions, look no further. At DTU Aqua, you will pioneer new advancements at the cutting edge of what is possible.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Your overall focus will be to strengthen the department’s competences within computational analysis of genomic data of marine fish species. You will work with nearby colleagues, and with both academic and industrial partners in Denmark as well as abroad. Your primary tasks will be to:

• Analyse genomic data from several externally funded projects related to fisheries genomics
• Perform bioinformatics analysis on low-coverage and high-coverage whole-genome sequencing data. Previous experience with such data and familiarity with genomic tools like ANGSD is a plus.
• Conduct genomic analysis of archived marine fish material to describe and understand historical genetic changes. Experience with ancient DNA genomic analysis is a plus.
• Conduct field and experimental work (“wetlab”) to collect samples and metadata for projects. An interest in these tasks is advantageous.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate findings and advance our understanding of fisheries genomics.
• Prepare and present research findings in scientific publications.
• Contribute to the teaching of MSc courses at the department

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The position is a full-time position. The period of employment is 2 years. The starting time is negotiable, but preferably May-June 2025.

The fellow will be employed at DTU Aquas´s location in Silkeborg, Jutland, which besides the Population Genetics group also hosts the section for Freshwater Fisheries and Ecology (FFE).

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Dorte Bekkevold ([email protected]) and Belén Jiménez-Mena ([email protected]).

You can read more about the department at https://www.aqua.dtu.dk/ and https://www.aqua.dtu.dk/forskning/forskningsomraader/populationsgenetik

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 3 April 2025 (23:59 Danish time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications
• Two names of references who can be contacted
• Other material that you would like to include to support your application

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As the position involves research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, among other things, open-source background checks will be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

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DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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