Join a dynamic team at a leading university to advance metabolomics and technology development. You'll work on cutting-edge research in a collaborative environment, helping to develop new methods and deliver high-quality measurements for diverse scientific projects.

• Contribute to LC–MS/MS method development and benchmarking, focusing on untargeted workflows and robust acquisition strategies.
• Design, execute, and document high-quality measurements for internal and external projects, including quality control and troubleshooting.
• Operate and optimize automated sample preparation workflows, including liquid-handling robotics.
• Drive untargeted data processing workflows, such as feature extraction, alignment, and reporting.
• Advance annotation strategies using modern approaches like spectral/structure fingerprinting and machine-learning methods.
• Evaluate and test new technologies in collaboration with partners and vendors, translating ideas into reliable workflows.
• Monitor and maintain instrument performance, handling routine upkeep and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with team members and partners to align deliverables and timelines.
• Support training and knowledge transfer through tutorials and documentation.
• Represent the lab at conferences and scientific meetings.
• Contribute to scientific manuscripts and publications.

• Strong passion for metabolomics and technology development.
• PhD in analytical chemistry, bioengineering, biochemistry, computational biology, systems biology, or a related field.
• Hands-on expertise in high-resolution LC–MS/MS and experience in metabolomics, lipidomics, or exposomics.
• Experience with untargeted acquisition and study workflows, including quality control and reproducible practices.
• Deep knowledge of untargeted processing pipelines, such as feature extraction, alignment, and reporting.
• Expertise in annotation and identification techniques, including library-based and in-silico methods, fingerprinting, and familiarity with machine-learning approaches.
• Experience with automation for sample preparation, including liquid-handling robotics.
• Strong technical skills in mass spectrometry operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Proactive and collaborative personality with excellent communication skills.
• Interest or experience in advanced activation or fragmentation concepts is a plus.
• Strong computational skills (R/Python) and workflow automation are desirable.

• 2-year fixed-term position with possible extension based on performance and funding.
• Competitive salary and excellent working conditions.
• Access to state-of-the-art LC–MS instrumentation and analytical infrastructure.
• Opportunity to work on real, high-impact projects and develop new workflows.
• Highly collaborative and international research environment.
• Support for professional development, including conference participation and networking.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and equal opportunity.
• Commitment to sustainability and a climate-neutral future.