The Research Unit for Molecular Microbiology (RUMM) at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) invites applications for a 24-month postdoctoral position in Molecular Microbiology within the research group of Assistant Professor Lin Lin. The position is available from September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Job description
The successful candidate will investigate the molecular basis and dynamics of how antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative pathogensresponse to membrane stress. The candidate will employ advanced bacterial functional genetic screens and -Omics, in combination with live-cell imaging.
The ideal candidate should have
About the research group
Lin's research group investigates the molecular and cellular biology underlying bacterial social interactions in the multidrug-resistant pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii. We focus on how this organism interacts with neighboring bacteria, host cells, and its surrounding environment, particularly under stress conditions.
The deadline for applications: July 15, 2026
Contact information
For further information regarding the position please contact Assistant Professor Lin Lin, < email deleted for security reasons >, tel. +45 6550 8976
Application, salary etc.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary (only available in Danish) and taxation.
The application must include the following:
Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.
To qualify, you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Applications must be submitted electronically using the link "Apply now". Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.
Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.
About SDU
The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education or learning, we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops and recruits talent. At the same time, we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities - and we can only do that with the right people. The University's researchers, lecturers, students, managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success.
Job description
The successful candidate will investigate the molecular basis and dynamics of how antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative pathogensresponse to membrane stress. The candidate will employ advanced bacterial functional genetic screens and -Omics, in combination with live-cell imaging.
The ideal candidate should have
- A PhD in molecular microbiology.
- Strong expertise in bacterial genetic engineering, functional genetic screening and transcriptomic/proteomic analysis.
- Experience with microfluidics will be highly valuable.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
About the research group
Lin's research group investigates the molecular and cellular biology underlying bacterial social interactions in the multidrug-resistant pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii. We focus on how this organism interacts with neighboring bacteria, host cells, and its surrounding environment, particularly under stress conditions.
The deadline for applications: July 15, 2026
Contact information
For further information regarding the position please contact Assistant Professor Lin Lin, < email deleted for security reasons >, tel. +45 6550 8976
Application, salary etc.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary (only available in Danish) and taxation.
The application must include the following:
- A motivation letter (max. one page) outlining research interests and qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae (max. three pages) including information on previous employment.
- A full list of publications stating the scientific publications on which the applicant wishes to rely.
- Copy of PhD diploma (if not yet been received, a statement from your supervisor must be included).
- Names and contact details of at least two professional references.
Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.
To qualify, you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Applications must be submitted electronically using the link "Apply now". Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.
Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.
About SDU
The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education or learning, we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops and recruits talent. At the same time, we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities - and we can only do that with the right people. The University's researchers, lecturers, students, managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success.