The Department of Research, Cancer Registry of Norway, Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH), is looking for a postdoctoral fellow to investigate the impact of Nickel and cobalt exposure on public health. The Position is funded by the Norwegian Cancer Society for 2 years.

Last date for application: 08.02.2026

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality control of epigenetic data (MethylationEPIC, ChIP-seq) within Trusted Research Environments (TREs)

• Link epigenetic data with participant questionnaires and cohort data

• Conduct differential analysis to identify CpG sites or genomic regions associated with metal exposure

• Analyse sequencing data from histone modification assays

• Annotate identified epigenetic patterns using functional databases

• Search public databases to enrich study findings

• Summarise results and prepare manuscripts for scientific journals; present findings to stakeholders, industry partners, regulatory bodies, and the public

• Maintain data integrity and adhere to the data management plan within the TRE

• Document analysis steps in local GitHub repositories

• Demonstrate initiative and take a lead role in project tasks

• Maintain contact with the project’s reference group and initiate outreach activities

We offer

• The position is remunerated as a postdoctoral researcher (position code 1352) within the salary range NOK 660 000–690 000, depending on qualifications.
• Dedicated supervision and mentoring in an interdisciplinary research environment
• Opportunities for professional development, including career planning, courses, workshops, and international conferences (subject to funding)
• A friendly work–life balance and excellent cultural and outdoor opportunities in Oslo

For more details, visit: https://www.finn.no/job/ad/446255833