Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Microbiome research
Deadline: 08.03.2026
Publisert
The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest rated institution of research and education with 26 500 students and 7 200 employees. Its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally esteemed research communities make UiO an important contributor to society.
The Department of Pharmacy has 130 employees. We have an active research and innovation environment based on independent research in pharmaceutical topics. The Department of Pharmacy is responsible for the popular master's degree program in pharmacy and has 350 competent and committed students.
Pharmaceutical related research and education forms the base of all activities at the Department of Pharmacy. The science of pharmacy lies in the interface between the natural sciences, pharmaceutical technology, health related topics and social sciences. This interdisciplinarity is reflected both in our study programmes and in our research. In the planned life science building at the University of Oslo, closer collaboration with health enterprises, local government and the business sector will enhance quality and relevance in research and education of the future labour force. The building will be the heart of the first innovation district in Norway – Oslo Science City. The Department of Pharmacy will move into the new Life Science building in 2026.
About the position
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in Microbiome research available at the Bioinformatics in Life Science (BiLS), Department of Pharmacy, University of Oslo. Starting date as soon as possible.
The appointment is a fulltime position and is for a period of three years (10% of which is devoted to career promoting work). No one can be appointed for more than one postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of Oslo.
No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Oslo.
The place of work is BiLS, the Department of Pharmacy in new the Life Science building at the University of Oslo
Project description
How does the gut microbiome change during colorectal cancer development?In the CRCbiome project, we investigate the role of the gut microbiome in colo-rectal cancer development based on data and biospecimens from a unique longitudinal cohort. The material is derived from a large, population-based Norwegian colorectal cancer screening study, including up to six samples per participant and comprehensive data on lifestyle, medication use, and colonoscopy findings. Our goal is to characterize microbiome dynamics and identify early biomarkers of colorectal cancer. This project offers an opportunity to work with exceptionally rich longitudinal data and to contribute to microbiome research with clinical impact and societal relevance.
The project will be conducted within an active international research environment and requires a strong commitment to collaboration and on-site participation. The position’s focus will be on the development of bioinformatic tools and advanced omics- and biomarker analyses. Highly motivated candidates with strong analytical skills will have excellent opportunities to contribute to multiple high-impact publications and to contribute to a rapidly evolving field.
The main purpose of a postdoctoral fellowship is to provide the candidates with enhanced skills to pursue a scientific top position within or beyond academia. To promote a strategic career path, all postdoctoral research fellows are required to submit a professional development plan no later than one month after commencement of the postdoctoral period.
What skills are important in this role?
The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.
Required qualifications:
Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in bioinformatics, biostatistics or microbiome analyses. Doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the application date. Only applicants with an approved doctoral thesis and public defence are eligible for appointment.
Documented expertise in development of bioinformatic tools and/or analysis of omics data.
Experience with analyzing data from large cohorts or sample series.
The applicant must have documented experience in scientific publishing, with a minimum of four peer-reviewed publications, including at least two as first author.
Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
Desired qualifications:
Experience in analyses and interpretation of clinical data in combination with microbiome or other -omics data.
Experience with use of HPC clusters and workflow management tools (Snakemake, Nextflow).
Strong scientific writing skills.
Ability to work in a structured manner while actively contributing to an interdisciplinary team.
Familiarity with analyses of relevant national health registries.
All candidates and projects will have to undergo a check versus national export, sanctions and security regulations. Candidates may be excluded based on these checks. Primary checkpoints are the Export Control regulation, the Sanctions regulation, and the national security regulation.
What are we looking for in you?
Personal skills:
We are seeking a highly motivated and goal-oriented candidate with a strong interest in research and professional development. The position requires the ability to work in a structured and efficient manner, combined with creativity and initiative to explore new research ideas. Strong communication skills, both oral and written, as well as the ability to work effectively as part of a team, are highly valued.
Employment in the position is based on a comprehensive assessment of all qualification requirements applicable to the position, including personal skills.
We can offer you
Exciting and meaningful tasks in an organization with an important societal mission, contributing to knowledge development, education, and enlightenment that promote sustainable, fair, and knowledge-based societal development
Committed colleagues in a good working environment
Place of work in the newly completed Life science building
Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes
Salary in position as Postdoctoral Fellow, position code 1352 in salary range NOK 595 000 - 690 000, depending on competence and experience. From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund
We need different perspectives in our work
UiO is an open and internationally oriented comprehensive university that strives to be an inclusive and diverse workplace and academic environment. You can read more about UiO’s work on equality, inclusion, and diversity at uio.no.
We fulfill our mission most effectively when we draw upon our variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are looking for great colleagues, could you be the next one?
We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Relevant adjustments may include modifications to working hours, task adaptations, digital, technical, or physical adjustments, or other practical measures.
If you have an immigrant background, a disability, or CV gaps (Norwegian), we encourage you to indicate this in the job application portal. We always invite at least one qualified candidate from each group for an interview. In this context, disability is defined as an applicant who identifies as having a disability that requires workplace or employment-related accommodations. For more details about the requirements, please refer to the Employer portal (Norwegian).
The selections made in the job application portal are used for anonymized statistics that all state employers include in their annual reports. More information about gender equality initiatives at UiO can be found here. We hope you will apply for the position with us.
How to apply
The application must include:
Cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript of records
Letters of recommendation
A complete list of publications and up to 5 academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)
Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system Jobbnorge, click "Apply for this job".
When applying for the position, we ask you to retrieve your education results from Vitnemålsportalen.no. If your education results are not available through Vitnemålsportalen, we ask you to upload copies of your transcripts or grades. Please note that all documentation must be in English or a Scandinavian language.
General information
The best qualified candidates will invited for interviews.
Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Oslo.
If an applicant has applied for and been granted funding for a fulltime research stay abroad while being employed as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, the employment will be prolonged with the equivalent time as the research stay, but for no longer than of twelve months ( thus extending the employment to a maximum of four years)
Applicant lists can be published in accordance with Norwegian Freedom of Information Act § 25. When you apply for a position with us, your name will appear on the public applicant list. It is possible to request to be excluded from this list. You must justify why you want an exemption from publication and we will then decide whether we can grant your request. If we can't, you will hear from us.
