Position:	Postdoc in ecophysiology and nutritional biology of soil invertebrates
Institution:	Aarhus University
Location:	Aarhus, Jutland, Denmark
Duties:	The successful applicant will participate in the Department’s work on ecophysiology of soil invertebrates. The postdoc will investigate the suitability of Enchytraeus albidus (a small earthworm) as feed for fish in aquaculture, and carry out research that can facilitate mass production of this species. In particular, the applicant will investigate the lipid biochemistry and genomic background for de novo synthesis of omega-3 fatty acids in invertebrate species. The work includes studies of nutritional biology, mass rearing, lipid biochemistry and gene expression under laboratory conditions
Requirements:	The successful applicant should have a PhD degree in Biological Science, and a proven track record of first-author peer-reviewed publications. Relevant research experience includes ecophysiology, molecular biology and general biology of invertebrates. The candidate should be enthusiastic about learning new techniques and able to work independently. Strong analytical skills, experience with laboratory studies of invertebrates or other ectotherms, and the ability to work in teams and communicate scientific work to international journals are expected
Text:	Postdoc in ecophysiology and nutritional biology of soil invertebrates Deadline 6 May 23:59 CEST Expected start 1 Sep Department of Ecoscience - Terrestrial Ecology C.F. Møllers Allé 4 8000 Aarhus C Fixed term full-time position 1 Sep 2024 - 28 Feb 2027 ID: 14860 Apply The Department of Ecoscience, Aarhus University, invites applications for a 2½-year postdoc position focusing on ecophysiology and nutritional biology of soil invertebrates. The position is linked to a collaborative project that explores the use of soil invertebrates as sustainable feed for juvenile fish in aquaculture. Expected start date and duration of employment This is a 2½-year position with an expected start on September 1st, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. Depending on qualifications of the candidates, the postdoc position may be extended with a possibility to later transition into a tenure track position. Job description The successful applicant will participate in the Department’s work on ecophysiology of soil invertebrates. The postdoc will investigate the suitability of Enchytraeus albidus (a small earthworm) as feed for fish in aquaculture, and carry out research that can facilitate mass production of this species. In particular, the applicant will investigate the lipid biochemistry and genomic background for de novo synthesis of omega-3 fatty acids in invertebrate species. The work includes studies of nutritional biology, mass rearing, lipid biochemistry and gene expression under laboratory conditions. As part of the position, there will be an exchange visit of 6-12 months at the Instituto de Acuicultura Torre de la Sal, CSIC, Spain. Your profile The successful applicant should have a PhD degree in Biological Science, and a proven track record of first-author peer-reviewed publications. Relevant research experience includes ecophysiology, molecular biology and general biology of invertebrates. The candidate should be enthusiastic about learning new techniques and able to work independently. Strong analytical skills, experience with laboratory studies of invertebrates or other ectotherms, and the ability to work in teams and communicate scientific work to international journals are expected. Who we are The Department of Ecoscience is engaged in research programs and advisory work covering the major biological sub-disciplines. The Department currently employs approximately 275 academic and technical staff, as well as many PhD students. The candidate will work in the section for Terrestrial Ecology focusing on how plants, animals and their habitats are affected by natural conditions (climate and land use) as well as human activities (air pollution, pesticides, genetically modified plants, and various agricultural management systems) and how applied biological solutions can contribute to solving societal problems related to environmentally sustainable food and feed production. We can offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on both basic and applied research. What we offer The Department offers a vibrant and informal research environment with longstanding traditions for collaboration with elite international university partners and with the Danish Ministry of the Environment. The working environment at the Department is based on teamwork and close working relations. English is widely spoken and we welcome applicants from abroad. The Department has a strong work-life balance policy and seeks a good gender and age balance. Read more about the services available when relocating to Aarhus University at www.au.dk/work . Place of work and area of employment The place of work is C. F. Møllers Allé 4, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments. Contact information For further information, please contact: Professor Martin Holmstrup, email: martin.holmstrup@ecos.au.dk, mobile: 45 30183152 Deadline Applications must be received no later than Monday, May 6, 2024 Application procedure Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications - and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the appointment committee if necessary, - the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants. Letter of reference If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline. Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration. Formalities and salary range Technical Sciences refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation . The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Guidelines for applicants can be found here. Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities . Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Associations. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Read more here . Please find more information about entering and working in Denmark here . Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here . The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.

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