The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a position as a postdoctoral research fellow within the field of epigenetics and functional proteomics to be filled by 1 March, 2011, or soon thereafter.

The research project encompasses the development and application of mass spectrometry and proteomics technologies to study post translational modifications of proteins involved in epigenetic events and chromatin dynamics in the context of stem cell development and cancer. The project is part of the Center-of-Excellence in Epigenetics funded by the Danish National Research Foundation.

Highly creative, outstanding individuals with a background in biochemistry, cell biology or a related field are sought with the following qualifications:
*Demonstrated ability to do high quality research in protein biochemistry, mass spectrometry and proteomics, including gel-free proteomics
*A track record of publication in high quality international journals.
*Ability to work in a team, yet think independently.
*Expertise in affinity-enrichment techniques, computational biology or bioinformatics is preferable, but not a requirement.

The successful candidate will pursue independent projects and also supervise a small team of younger researchers within the Center-of-Excellence in Epigenetics. Leadership skills and experience are highly valued.

The position is initially for 1½ year’s duration with the possibility of extension for additional years.

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology offers a strong, international and competitive research environment within the fields of molecular genetics and cell biology, protein chemistry and mass spectrometry, molecular microbiology and biophysics.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 February, 2011 at 12 noon

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