We are looking for a Data Analyst (AC-TAP) position with a focus on data analysis and management within the Danish Structural Imaging and Biomechanics Analysis Resource (DanSIBAR). This is a six-year funded position. The envisioned starting date is July 2026 or after depending on the candidate’s availability.

DanSIBAR is a national research infrastructure initiative currently in the establishment phase, funded to create an integrated platform for three-dimensional imaging, biomechanical testing, and molecular profiling, enabling holistic analyses of tissue quality from structure to function. The researcher will play a central role in the establishment, development, and scientific operation of DanSIBAR. This includes contributing to the installation and commissioning of equipment, development of data workflows and analysis pipelines, and establishment of operational procedures in close collaboration with the laboratory technician, DanSIBAR leadership, SDU eScience, and external partners. DanSIBAR offers state-of-the-art technologies for preclinical µCT imaging, nanoindentation, laser microtome-based sample preparation, and development of data integration pipelines of 2d and 3d imaging. The Data Analyst will coordinate user projects, manage data workflows, and develop tailored analysis solutions that support high-quality, reproducible research.

The position will be an integral part of the Molecular Endocrinology and Stem Cell Research Unit (KMEB), a highly interdisciplinary unit anchored at Odense University Hospital and SDU. The position is research-oriented, but its primary purpose is to enable, guide, and scientifically strengthen DanSIBAR-based projects with focus on data processing, analyses, and pipeline development. The successful candidate is expected to contribute intellectually to collaborative research and method development. Independent research activities are encouraged provided they are scientifically aligned with the focus areas of KMEB and DanSIBAR and integrated into the overall infrastructure mission. This position is ideally suited for candidates seeking a long-term, scientifically engaged role with real impact on how interdisciplinary research infrastructures are built, governed, and translated into high-quality biomedical research.

Responsibilities
The successful applicant is expected to:

• Coordinate research projects within DanSIBAR from initial consultation to data delivery

• Advise users on experimental design, imaging strategies, and data analysis approaches

• Oversee data management, storage, and documentation in collaboration with SDU eScience and DanSIBAR partners

• Develop, implement, and optimize user-tailored image and data analysis pipelines

• Integrate and analyse multimodal datasets (e.g. imaging, biomechanical, and molecular data) across scales and platforms

• Support the development of new analysis tasks, feature extraction strategies, and quantitative readouts in collaboration with technical partners

• Actively participate in the scientific environment of KMEB and contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations and infrastructure development

Qualifications
We are looking for a highly motivated and structured candidate with:

• An academic background in natural sciences, biomedical sciences, engineering, bioinformatics, or a related field

• Documented experience working with complex datasets, including data integration across modalities and scales, and translating such data into robust analytical workflows

• Experience in quantitative data analysis and computational approaches; familiarity with machine learning or advanced statistal methods is advantageous

• Preferably experience with micro-CT imaging, image processing, or quantitative image analysis

• Interest in developing, maintaining, and documenting reproducible analysis pipelines and user-oriented data solutions

• Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to coordinate across scientific and technical disciplines

• Proficiency in spoken and written English

Candidates are expected to be comfortable working at the interface of experimental data generation, quantitative analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

About Molecular Endocrinology and Stem Cell Research Unit (KMEB), The Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences
KMEB is known for bridging clinical endocrinology with basic molecular and cellular research, with a strong focus on skeletal health, bone tissue integrity, and endocrine diseases. Researchers at KMEB employ diverse methodologies, from advanced imaging, stem cell biology, and bioinformatics to in vivo models and translational clinical investigations, to address skeletal health from an endocrine and metabolic perspective. The unit fosters a collaborative culture with strong mentorship and training opportunities and has a strong track record of developing researchers who advance in academic and scientific careers.

You can read more about KMEB right here

The Faculty of Health Sciences (SUND) consists of eight departments whose researchers are leaders in medicine, public health, psychology, sports science, clinical biomechanics, clinical nursing, midwifery science, occupational and physical therapy, and audiology. The faculty conducts research for and with society and communicates research results to the public, health professionals, and decision-makers. The faculty also offers a wide range of health science programs aimed at educating health professionals at an international level for the healthcare system of the future.

In 2023, most of SUND moved into a newly built, modern faculty building of 50,000 m² in Odense, where research, teaching, and administration are gathered under one roof. The building is made of high-quality materials and is directly connected to the upcoming Odense University Hospital, creating unique opportunities for collaboration across disciplines and functions. The faculty also has activities on the Esbjerg campus and the National Institute of Public Health on the Copenhagen campus.

You can read more about The Faculty of Health Science right here

Contact
For further information about the position, please contact Associate professor Alexander Rauch; arauch@health.sdu.dk

Application process
The application deadline is April 10^th at 23:59. We expect to hold interviews in week 19 to 22.
Employment is expected from 01.07.26 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Salary and employment conditions
Your place of work will be the University of Southern Denmark in Odense, Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M.

Employment is in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the relevant professional organization.

If you are interested in the position, you must submit an application that includes a cover letter, CV with indication of months and years (without photo), and diploma. All documents related to the application should not contain photos or CPR numbers – if present, CPR numbers must be crossed out.

All attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. Cover letter and CV must not exceed 5 MB.

Incomplete applications regarding the above-mentioned requirements will not be assessed. Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation

Guidelines for applying can be found here.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding society and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

About SDU
The University of Southern Denmark exists to create value for and with society. Whether our contribution comes in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education, or learning, we aim to make a positive difference for society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by nurturing talent and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops, and recruits talent. At the same time, we must ensure consistently high quality in all our activities – which we can only achieve with the right people. It is the university’s researchers, teachers, students, leaders, and technical-administrative staff who form the foundation for our success.