The laboratory of Per Svenningsen, Cardiovascular and Renal Research Unit, Department of Molecular Medicine, is seeking a postdoc to work on proteinuric kidney disease and liver metabolism.

The position is available from September 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter and for a period of 4 years.

The project focuses on understanding the role of liver-derived bile acids in the kidney’s electrolyte and water reabsorption. The postdoc will be expected to explore the potential of modulating bile acid signaling in cell and mouse models and perform metabolomic and transcriptomic analyses on harvested tissues and biofluids.

The postdoc will be responsible for planning the experiments, data acquisition, preparation, analysis, manuscript writing, and other activities for disseminating the results. The candidate is also expected to apply for research funding from external agencies.

Qualified and highly motivated candidates from all nationalities are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will be expected to have:

1. Obtained a Ph.D. in a relevant area, e.g., biological and biomedical sciences, kidney physiology, molecular biology, or another closely related discipline.
2. Proven experience and knowledge with animal models of disease are major requirements.
3. Ability to work in a structured and independent manner.
4. Good communication skills and high proficiency in English.
5. Good collaborative and social abilities.
6. Prior experience with metabolomics, transcriptomics, bioinformatics, and imaging is a plus.

For more information, please feel free to contact Per Svenningsen at psvenningsen@health.sdu.dk  

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

The closing date for applications is August 10, 2025, at 23.59 hrs. CEST

Application

Applications must be written in English and be submitted electronically using the “Apply now” link below.

Applications must include:

• A letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
• A detailed CV
• Master and PhD degree certificates (copies)
• A complete and numbered list of publications 
• Three scientific publications considered to be most important for the advertised position
• At least one signed reference letter mentioning the applicant’s name.

Incomplete applications will not be assessed. 

Applications may be shortlisted.

Applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will be neither considered nor evaluated.

Living and working in Denmark 

Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment.  

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