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Joëlle Rüegg

10 months ago

PhD and Postdoc Positions in Molecular Toxicology, Epigenetics, and Circadian Biology at Uppsala University Uppsala University in Sweden

Degree Level

PhD, Postdoc

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Both positions are fully funded. The postdoc is a 2-year position (with possible 1-year extension) funded by Formas, with individual salary negotiation. The PhD position is a full-time, fixed-salary appointment according to Swedish Higher Education Ordinance, funded by a VR project. Both positions offer full employment benefits at Uppsala University.

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Expired

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Sweden

University

Uppsala University

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Environmental Science
Biostatistics
Biology
Toxicology
Medical Science
Neurodevelopment
Rna-seq
Epigenetic
Circadian Rhythm
Bioinformatic

About this position

The Molecular Toxicology and Epigenetics (EpiTox) group at Uppsala University, led by Professor Joëlle Rüegg, is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher in bioinformatics and a PhD student in molecular biology. The group investigates the role of epigenetic mechanisms in neurodevelopmental effects of environmental chemicals and the influence of circadian rhythms on epigenetic patterns and toxic responses. Research is conducted within a vibrant, international environment at the Department of Organismal Biology, with strong collaborations including Karlstad University and the University of Cologne.

The postdoctoral position focuses on epigenetic data analysis, particularly bioinformatic and biostatistical analyses of epigenomic datasets generated by Oxford Nanopore sequencing and Illumina EPIC arrays. The project, funded by Formas, aims to identify epigenetic markers for exposure-related health effects in humans, with a special emphasis on neurodevelopment. The postdoc will also conduct literature reviews and meta-analyses, contribute to scientific publications, and participate in group and departmental activities. Applicants must have a recent doctoral degree in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, or a related field, with strong skills in R or Python, experience in long-read sequencing and DNA methylation data analysis, and excellent English communication abilities.

The PhD position, embedded in a VR-funded project, investigates how DNA methylation patterns are regulated across the circadian cycle. The student will primarily work in the wet lab, performing mammalian cell culture, molecular biology methods, and CRISPR-based tagging, as well as learning bioinformatic analyses of DNA methylation and RNA-seq datasets. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in molecular biology, cell biology, or a related field, with experience in molecular biology methods and proficiency in English. Additional qualifications include experience with mammalian cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9, and bioinformatics.

Both positions are fully funded, with the postdoc offered a 2-year contract (possible 1-year extension) and the PhD a full-time, fixed-salary appointment. Uppsala University provides a supportive, international research environment with comprehensive employment benefits. The application deadline for both positions is January 30, 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the provided links or contact Professor Joëlle Rüegg at [email protected].

Funding details

Both positions are fully funded. The postdoc is a 2-year position (with possible 1-year extension) funded by Formas, with individual salary negotiation. The PhD position is a full-time, fixed-salary appointment according to Swedish Higher Education Ordinance, funded by a VR project. Both positions offer full employment benefits at Uppsala University.

What's required

For the postdoc: a doctoral degree (or equivalent) in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, or related fields, completed within the last three years (exceptions for special circumstances). Required experience with R or Python, analysis of long-read sequencing and DNA methylation datasets, and knowledge of statistical analyses and environmental epigenomics. Excellent English communication skills are mandatory. For the PhD: a Master’s degree or equivalent in molecular biology, cell biology, or a relevant field, or at least 240 credits in higher education with 60 at Master’s level. Experience with molecular biology methods is required. English proficiency and strong motivation, creativity, and teamwork are essential. Additional assets include experience with mammalian cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9, and bioinformatic analyses.

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Research Interests

Zoology

Cell Biology

Toxicology

Neurodevelopment

Biology

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University Name
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Sweden

Research Interests

Neuropsychology

Biostatistics

Bioinformatic

Epigenetic

Toxicology