Manager of Department of Nutrition (University of Copenhagen)

Department: Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science University: University of Copenhagen Employment Start: 1 January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) End Date: 31 December 2028 Working Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Application Deadline: 26 October 2025 Position Overview The University of Copenhagen is seeking an experienced and motivated Metabolomics Platform Manager with expertise in analytical chemistry and metabolomics to support cutting-edge research in nutrition, microbiome, and health. The successful candidate will maintain and develop the LC-MS-based metabolomics infrastructure and engage with a collaborative and dynamic research team. Key Responsibilities Maintain and develop LC-MS-based metabolomics infrastructure, including day-to-day instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and method development. Implement and refine standard operating procedures for metabolomics analyses. Coordinate metabolomics analyses in collaboration with colleagues. Contribute to training students and staff in LC-MS and metabolomics. Interact with bioanalysts on ad-hoc laboratory tasks. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate: Thrives in an academic environment and enjoys supporting research teams. Has a strong drive, attention to detail, and experience handling delicate LC-MS equipment. Is a team player with several years of experience in metabolomics. Requirements and Qualifications Applicants are expected to have: A PhD or at least three years of experience in metabolomics, analytical chemistry, or a related discipline. Extensive experience in liquid chromatography-based metabolomics, including method development, sample preparation, mass spectrometry analyses, data management, and software use. Proven experience collaborating successfully in diverse research environments. Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English. Research Environment The successful candidate will join the Nutrition, Microbiome and Metabolomics Research Group, led by Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager, conducting metabolomics and cohort/intervention studies related to nutrition, microbiome, and health. The research group is affiliated with the Copenhagen Gut Microbiome Hub, which connects leading scientists and industry professionals dedicated to leveraging the gut microbiome to improve health. Copenhagen is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable and sustainable cities, with publicly supported daycare, healthcare, dual-career opportunities, maternity/parental leave, and six weeks of annual vacation. Place of Employment Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen More information: www.nexs.ku.dk/english Terms of Employment Appointment as Special Consultant, full-time until 31 December 2028. Working hours: 37 hours per week. Salary and employment in accordance with the Collective Agreement for Academics in the state sector, with potential supplements based on qualifications and experience. Application Instructions Submit your application in English including: Letter of application/motivation (max. 1 page) CV (including education, lab skills/techniques, previous employment, language skills, and other relevant skills) Copies of relevant certificates/diplomas Complete publication list Deadline: 26 October 2025 Applications received after the deadline or not meeting the requirements will not be considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Copenhagen values diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of personal background. Contact Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager Email: hero@nexs.ku.dk The University of Copenhagen is part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) and promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academic career development. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

Department: Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science
University: University of Copenhagen
Employment Start: 1 January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
End Date: 31 December 2028
Working Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Application Deadline: 26 October 2025

Position Overview

The University of Copenhagen is seeking an experienced and motivated Metabolomics Platform Manager with expertise in analytical chemistry and metabolomics to support cutting-edge research in nutrition, microbiome, and health.

The successful candidate will maintain and develop the LC-MS-based metabolomics infrastructure and engage with a collaborative and dynamic research team.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and develop LC-MS-based metabolomics infrastructure, including day-to-day instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and method development.
Implement and refine standard operating procedures for metabolomics analyses.
Coordinate metabolomics analyses in collaboration with colleagues.
Contribute to training students and staff in LC-MS and metabolomics.
Interact with bioanalysts on ad-hoc laboratory tasks.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate:

Thrives in an academic environment and enjoys supporting research teams.
Has a strong drive, attention to detail, and experience handling delicate LC-MS equipment.
Is a team player with several years of experience in metabolomics.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants are expected to have:

A PhD or at least three years of experience in metabolomics, analytical chemistry, or a related discipline.
Extensive experience in liquid chromatography-based metabolomics, including method development, sample preparation, mass spectrometry analyses, data management, and software use.
Proven experience collaborating successfully in diverse research environments.
Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.

Research Environment

The successful candidate will join the Nutrition, Microbiome and Metabolomics Research Group, led by Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager, conducting metabolomics and cohort/intervention studies related to nutrition, microbiome, and health.

The research group is affiliated with the Copenhagen Gut Microbiome Hub, which connects leading scientists and industry professionals dedicated to leveraging the gut microbiome to improve health.

Copenhagen is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable and sustainable cities, with publicly supported daycare, healthcare, dual-career opportunities, maternity/parental leave, and six weeks of annual vacation.

Place of Employment

Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen
More information: www.nexs.ku.dk/english

Terms of Employment

Appointment as Special Consultant, full-time until 31 December 2028.
Working hours: 37 hours per week.
Salary and employment in accordance with the Collective Agreement for Academics in the state sector, with potential supplements based on qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions

Submit your application in English including:

Letter of application/motivation (max. 1 page)
CV (including education, lab skills/techniques, previous employment, language skills, and other relevant skills)
Copies of relevant certificates/diplomas
Complete publication list

Deadline: 26 October 2025

Applications received after the deadline or not meeting the requirements will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Copenhagen values diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of personal background.

Contact

Associate Professor Henrik Munch Roager
Email: hero@nexs.ku.dk

The University of Copenhagen is part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) and promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academic career development.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

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