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Research that goes beyond the lab
In Denmark, we get it: groundbreaking research needs more than shiny labs and impressive titles.
It takes the right environment. That's why we offer the freedom, secure funding, and support to focus on what matters — shaping the future of your research, your way.
It’s not just about prestigious institutions; it’s about a collaborative community where your ideas are heard and supported, and the impact of your work is felt far beyond the lab. With extensive industry partnerships and opportunities for real-world application, you’ll be pushing boundaries, not paperwork.
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Life that goes beyond the workplace
Denmark is famous for its work-life balance—and here, that’s more than just a buzzword.
While you create a lasting impact in your field, Denmark has all you need for relaxation, adventure, and growth. From winter bathing to weekend retreats, get ready to thrive both professionally and personally.
We believe that a balanced life leads to better research — because happier, well-rested researchers push innovation to new heights. Research thrives when life does too.
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Explore exciting opportunities in Power-to-X, Neuroscience, Biosolutions, and Quantum.
Assistant Professor of Nanoelectronics
Our group conducts experimental research at the intersection of quantum devices, nanoelectronics, superconductor-semiconductor hybrids, nanophotonics, and neuromorphic hardware, with a strong focus on semiconductor nanowires. Our work spans nanowire materials development (based on Molecular Beam Epitaxy growth), electron microscopy for structural characterization, cleanroom fabrication of nanoscale devices, and advanced electrical and optoelectronic measurements, including low-temperature characterization. Contact Jesper Nygård E-mail: pdj188@ku.dk
Assistant Professors of Neuroimmunology of viral infections
As Assistant Professor of neuroimmunology of viral infections your primary tasks will be research and research-based teaching. You will teach and supervise students at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, and you will contribute to the development of the department through research of high international quality. In your daily work, you will work closely with both Danish and international colleagues. The position of Assistant Professor is a career development position in which you will receive supervision and pedagogical upgrading. Your main tasks will consist of: Independent research of high international quality, including publication. Teaching, guidance and examination of Bachelor’s and Master's degree students, as well as possibly supervision of PhD students. Some degree of contribution towards attracting external research funding. You will report to professor Søren R Paludan Questions about the position If you have any questions about the position, please contact professor and center leader Søren Paludan tel.: (+45) 28992066. Your place of work will be the Department of Biomedicine, Bartholins Allé 6, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. We expect to conduct interviews between Mar 2 and 6.
DIAS Fellow in Formal Methods and Future Computing
The Centre for Formal Methods and Future Computing (FORM) and the Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU, Campus Odense and Vejle) seek an outstanding candidate to fill a tenure track Fellow (Assistant Professor level) position in the field of Computer Science, with emphasis on formal methods and theorem proving. The candidate is expected to start in Autumn 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Additional information For further information about being a fellow at DIAS, please contact DIAS director Sten Rynning at +45 6550 2193 or via email at director-dias@sdu.dk. For more questions about the position, please contact FORM director Fabrizio Montesi at +45 6550 7171 or via email at fmontesi@imada.sdu.dk
Postdoc: Integrative structural biology and biophysics of dynamic plant hormone transporters
Aarhus University invites applications for a postdoc position within the Plant-PATH Center of Excellence within the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics. The project focuses on biophysical characterization of the intrinsically disordered regions of plant hormone transporters – initially focusing on auxin transporters of the PIN family and their interactions.
PhD Position within Wearable Design and Multi-Modal Monitoring of Brain Disorders
SDU Microelectronics, part of institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for a 3-year PhD position within Wearable Design and Mutli-Modal Monitoring of Brain Disorders. The position is open from May, and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidates. Research area and project description Current seizure detection relies heavily on EEG, but we believe we can do better. NeuroEar aims to use multimodal monitoring to significantly enhance seizure detection and prediction accuracy. This PhD project focuses on designing and testing high-quality electronics (both discrete and integrated) and participate in clinical studies at the Danish Epilepsy Centre (Filadelfia) to validate the device on patients. You will also spend 3 months at Georgia Tech/Emory University (USA), working on machine learning and data benchmarking. Contact person: Associate Professor, Milad Zamani, mzamani@sdu.dk, +45 9352 2149.
Clinical Professor in anatomy and pathology at Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospital (combined position)
A combined position as clinical professor (50%) and as consultant (50%) is vacant at the Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and at The Unit for Anatomic Pathology, Department of Clinical Diagnostics, University Hospital of Southern Denmark in Esbjerg, respectively. The position is for a five-year period The academic position The clinical professor will be appointed at the Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, SDU. The position will be within Anatomy and pathologic anatomy at the research unit of pathology, Esbjerg Grindsted University Hospital. Research focus areas could include, but are not limited to, neuropathology including biological psychiatry and neurodegenerative diseases, gastrointestinal pathology both neoplastic and non-neoplastic, and molecular pathology. Trans-sectional research and collaboration is expected. Teaching will be in anatomy and pathology with a focus on gross anatomy. Areas of responsibility The clinical professor will be responsible for neuropathology and anatomic pathology research. The clinical professor will also be responsible for developing new strategies for collaboration with other key stakeholders in the areas of personalised medicine within gastrointestinal pathology and cancer prediction by molecular pathology. Additionally, the clinical professor should teach and mentor post-docs, PhD-students, and undergraduate students, as well as maintain and develop national and international contacts and secure external funding. Teaching assignments include carrying the responsibility for establishing courses in gross anatomy at the undergraduate medical school at University of Southern Denmark-. Participation in assessment work is part of the position. Moreover, profiling this research area in the public eye will be an important task. Research activity, network and collaboration The clinical professor is expected to increase research activity at the research unit of pathology and to expand collaboration with other researchers at hospitals in the region of Southern Denmark, at SDU, the rest of Denmark and abroad. Reference The clinical professor will refer to Head of The Department of Clinical Diagnostics Claudia Stahlberg Bode in matters concerning the clinical part of the job, and to Head of the Department of Regional Health Research Jakob Grauslund in matters regarding the professorship. Contact information Coordinative Head of research, Esbjerg University Hospital/University of Southern Denmark, Torben Knudsen; torben.knudsen@rsyd.dk/ +45 21627219. Head of the Department of Regional Health Research, Jakob Grauslund; jgrauslund@health.sdu.dk/ +45 65508492 Head of Clinical Diagnostic Department, Esbjerg University Hospital, Claudia Stahlberg Bode; cisb@rsyd.dk/ +45 20413053.
Postdoc within PEM electrolyzer catalyst sustainable development
The position offers a chance to share the unique expertise of the Research Unit Functional Material, Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Circular Economy (MEC) within the fields of: High throughput metal nano particle material synthesis and characterization Comprehensive electrochemical test platforms & energy conversion systems Operando measurement using synchrotron X-ray & neutron Technical development in critical material circular economy
Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience
As Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the Department of Clinical Medicine, you will have joint responsibility for the development of the department's research and teaching environment, and you will contribute to the implementation of the faculty's overall research strategy. You are expected to contribute – both independently and in collaboration with others – to the development of the department by leading research of high international quality and contributing to ensuring a high academic and didactic standard in teaching. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Vice-Deputy Head of Department of Clinical Medicine Anders Bonde Jensen tel.: (+45) 20967615.
One or more PhD positions in quantum error correction and mitigation
This PhD project will be in the area of quantum communication and networked quantum computation, dedicated to protocols and methods for combining quantum error correction and quantum error mitigation to achieve application-level reliability.
Postdoctoral researcher for a 3-year position in the Prentoe group within the Department of Biomedic...
The successful candidate will work on a project entitled “Building Cryo-EM High-Resolution Models of Claudin and Occludin CNS Assemblies.” The overall aim of the project is to establish robust nanodisc-based platforms that enable the formation of higher-order Claudin and Occludin assemblies suitable for high-resolution cryo-EM structure determination. You will contribute to developing and optimizing strategies for membrane protein expression, detergent extraction, purification, and incorporation into lipid nanodiscs with multiple protein copies to increase nanodisc-to-nanodisc interaction avidity. You will further be involved in screening and characterizing nanodisc assemblies using biochemical and biophysical methods, including EM-based approaches and FRET assays, and in collecting and analyzing cryo-EM data to generate atomic models of CNS tight junction assemblies. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, experimental design and execution, data analysis, interpretation and presentation of results, and close collaboration with other members of the group as well as internal and external collaborators. The position will also include participation in research dissemination activities, such as conference presentations and research-based teaching. Questions For further information please contact Associate Prof. Jannick Prentoe; jprentoe@sund.ku.dk Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Postdoc: Integrative structural biology and biophysics of dynamic plant hormone transporters
The Plant-PATH Center of Excellence seeks to understand the molecular basis for hormone transport in plants and how it can be manipulated in biotechnology. The present project will focus on membrane transporters from the PIN family which transport auxin to regulate plant growth.
PhD scholarship in Quantum Information Science and Gravity
Are you intrigued by quantum physics and excited about the novel opportunities emerging from quantum technologies? Do you want to explore how quantum optics and quantum information science can shed light on one of the most profound open questions in modern physics: the interface between quantum mechanics and gravity?
2 PhD fellowships in in-vitro digestion of novel plant-based ingredients
The Department of Food Science, Section of Ingredients and Dairy Technology, invites applicants for two PhD fellowships in studying the digestive properties of novel ingredients and food materials with the aim to contributing towards the development of future, sustainable, healthy food options. These positions are part of a larger research project funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation “Naturally Smart: Sustainable Food using Artificial Inteligence (AI4NaturalFood)”. Start date is expected to be 1 June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdocs in psychiatric epidemiology and/or statistical genetics
The National Centre for Register-based Research at Department of Public Health at Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as a postdoc in the field of psychiatric epidemiology and/or statistical genetics as per 1 June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 2 years. The National Centre for Register-based Research The position will be based at the National Centre for Register-based Research, Aarhus University, a leading international research group investigating psychiatric epidemiology and statistical genetics. The centre has a strong track record in collaboration with other Danish researchers and with the international research community. You can read more about NCRR here and about the faculty here. About the research project You will join an interdisciplinary team of statisticians, epidemiologists, geneticists, and clinicians, based at the National Centre for Register-based Research, Aarhus, Denmark. The position are funded by various external grants for research projects on the interplay of epidemiological risk factors and genetic factors for causes and courses of psychiatric disorders. Specific focus areas include psychiatric disorders as well as clinical and social outcomes, but specific tasks may depend on applicants. The positions will generally involve various data analyses using Danish register data and/or large genetic datasets. This may include genetic analyses, causal inference, epidemiological analyses, and clinical prediction modelling using machine learning approaches, and development of computational methods. Questions about the position If you have any questions about the position, please contact Senior Researcher Liselotte Vogdrup Petersen, llp.ncrr@au.dk. Your place of work will be the National Centre for Register-based Research at the Department of Public Health, Bartholins Allé 2, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
Research Assistant or Postdoc in Spatial Bioinformatics
A full-time position as research assistant or postdoc (37 hours/week) is vacant across the Center for Integrated Multi-omics in Precision Medicine (CIMP) and the Danish Spatial Imaging Consortium (DanSIC) within Molecular Bone histology (MBH) lab at the Research Unit of Pathology, the Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark. The position is limited to one year with the possibility of extension. The research assistant position may potentially lead to the opportunity to begin a PhD position based on the candidate’s career stage and wishes. We prioritize the best fitting candidate independent of career level, as we are seeking a skilful and motivated bioinformatician to join our team. CIMP is a flagship center at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and Odense University Hospital (OUH) that aim to prevent overtreatment in osteoporosis, breast cancer and multiple sclerosis, using integrated multi-omics to personalize the de-escalation of treatment. CIMP is headed by Professor Vijay Tiwari together with Professor Mads Thomassen, Professor Richard Röttger, Professor Zsolt Illes and Professor Thomas L.G. Andersen, who leads the spatial transcriptomics and focus on osteoporosis treatment. DanSIC is hosted by the Molecular Bone Histology (MBH) lab headed by Professor Thomas L.G. Andersen. MBH lab had the overarching aim of facilitating a better understanding of bone and bone diseases, as well as their treatment. DanSIC mission is to advance the field of spatial biology through innovative imaging technologies and bioinformatics, in order to provide cutting-edge solutions that enable researchers to explore complex biological systems at unprecedented resolutions while maintaining the spatial context. DanSIC is also part of CellX – The Danish Single Cell Examination platform including a community focusing on spatial bioinformatics. Further information For further information please contact the Head of DanSIC-MBH lab, Professor Thomas Levin Andersen, e-mail thomas.levin.andersen@rsyd.dk, phone: +45 22284772.
Faculty position in Molecular Health (Tenure-Track Assistant Professor / Associate Professor) at Aar...
The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Aarhus University aims to strengthen its research and teaching activities within the broader field of Molecular Health. We seek candidates with a strong basic molecular biology profile and with a clear focus on human health. Applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position or an Associate Professor position are invited, starting 15 June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. With this new position, we aim to engage research topics that complement and expand our current research portfolio and teaching activities. We particularly look for candidates interested in providing a molecular, mechanistic understanding of central processes in physiology, development and disease. Relevant research areas include molecular aspects of: Immunology Microbiology and infectious diseases Metabolism Ageing Disease mechanisms Contact information For further information, please contact: Head of Department, Claus Oxvig. Phone number: +45 30362460 Email: co@mbg.au.dk
PhD position at the Center for Polariton-driven Light-Matter Interactions (POLIMA)
The successful candidate will work on assembling and developing experimental templates for the observation of strong light–matter coupling in cathodoluminescence spectroscopy, to investigate the emergence and properties of polaritons in state-of-the-art nanophotonic systems including two-dimensional materials, high-index dielectrics, topological insulators, organic molecules, noble metals, and their combinations. Emphasis will be placed on curiosity-driven explorations of unconventional light–matter interactions in those systems, and their understanding in the framework of classical and quantum optics, in combination with solid-state physics. The candidate will collaborate with a strong theory team within POLIMA, to enable a complete description and practical realization of strong coupling in electron–light–matter systems.
Postdoc in Intracellular Diamond Sensing
In the research group “MR by Optics” at DTU Health Tech, we are offering two postdoc positions with focus on intracellular nanodiamond-based sensing. We are a small and dynamic group combining optical methods and NV-centre based quantum sensing with cellular biophysics and cell biology. We would love to be joined by you if you hold expertise in optical physics, NV-centre based sensing, cellular biophysics or optical instrumentation.
PhD fellowship in Analysing the obstacles and opportunities of different regulatory pathways to pati...
Within the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA), University of Copenhagen is offering one PhD position for a Doctoral Candidate (DC), commencing 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible hereafter. The position is a full-time appointment for 36 months and is funded by Horizon Europe. Interdisciplinary Network for Training, Education, and Growing Research into Applications of and Therapeutic Expertise around Psychedelics (INTEGRATE) is a MSCA Doctoral Network. INTEGRATE tackles the urgent need for better mental health treatments by advancing psychedelic therapy (PT) as a promising new therapy. INTEGRATE will train a new generation of interdisciplinary experts in PT, addressing four major challenges that currently hamper the implementation of PT in healthcare: unknown mechanisms of action; lack of clinical gold standards; legal/regulatory obstacles; and ethical/societal challenges. Further information and contact You can read more about the recruitment process at Recruitment process – University of Copenhagen. For more information on working and living in Denmark, please visit For international researchers at the University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (International Staff Mobility) and Workindenmark. For further information, applicants may contact the main supervisor Christine Erikstrup Hallgreen at christine.hallgreen@sund.ku.dk or by direct phone: +45 3533 7079. For further information about the recruitment process, please contact HR Centre North by e-mail: hr-noerre@adm.ku.dk. Please refer to ID number 155773.
Postdoc in symbiotic nitrogen fixation
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a keen interest in legume-rhizobium interactions that is able to solve problems independently and enjoys working at the interface between biology and data science in collaborative projects. Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Experience with faba bean cultivation and inoculation, legume-rhizobium interactions and plant and rhizobium molecular genetics and genomics is an advantage.
Faculty position in Plant Molecular Biology (Associate Professor or Tenure-Track Assistant Professor...
The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University aims to strengthen its position within the broader field of Plant Molecular Biology and the Green transition. We therefore invite applications for a position to be filled at either Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Tenured Associate Professor level, starting summer 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
DIAS Fellow in Chemical Engineering
We seek a researcher with expertise in the field of Chemical Engineering. The applicant is expected to perform research in an interdisciplinary environment involving competences from chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, agricultural science contributing with core competences from chemical engineering. In addition, you are eager to develop your research career within the DIAS framework. We are looking for a candidate who will actively contribute to teaching, supervision, and the development of educational activities. You will collaborate with academic staff to secure external funding, join research projects and teams, and deliver high-quality research in one or two of the following focus areas:
Postdoc in Remote Sensing for Agroecosystem Sustainability
The Department of Agroecology at Aarhus University, Denmark, is offering a postdoctoral position in global change and ecosystem sustainability, starting from 1 June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be available for a 2-year period. This position will be located at the Pioneer Center Land-CRAFT, which was established in June 2022 to undertake fundamental and applied research that addresses these issues. The center brings together experts on climate impact research and process-based modelling of biogeochemistry, agronomy, biology and geography from Aarhus University and University of Copenhagen, as well as international partners. Field experiments, digital technologies -- including modelling and remote sensing, as well as interactions with stakeholders are key components of Land-CRAFT.
PhD fellowship in plant-soil interactions
The Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences (PLEN) at University of Copenhagen invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in quantifying multi-species benefits of ley mixtures in relation to plant root growth, potential stabilisation of soil organic matter, and soil biota. The project is part of the research project “Grassy - Can diversity deliver ‘climate-smart’ grassland systems?”, financed by the Independent Research Fund Denmark.
PhD Student position within the field of pre-mRNA splicing and disease
The RNA Precision Medicine Center, Section of Translational Biology, at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the University of Southern Denmark, invites applications for a PhD student position within the field of pre-mRNA splicing and disease. The position is to be filled from 1 April 2026. The candidate will be part of a dynamic research group, which focus on generating a better understanding of all aspects of RNA biology in human disease and how to translate this into precision medicine. The present project is focused on pre-mRNA splicing regulatory mechanisms and how inherited mutations can cause aberrant splicing and human disease. Identification and characterization of splicing regulatory motifs and regulatory RNA binding proteins important for metabolic- cancerous- and neurodegenerative diseases. In the project, patient cells, model- and reporter-minigenes, gene editing and animal models, as well as in vitro RNA binding techniques and bioinformatics will be used to explore changes in mRNA splicing and to identify and characterize the involved cis- and trans-factors. The project has a special emphasis on correction of disease associated splicing and on identification and characterization of methods for up- and down-regulation of gene-expression employing splice switching oligonucleotides and RNA binding small molecule drugs. The project will generate basic knowledge on RNA-centered molecular mechanisms, the molecular pathology of aberrant splicing and it aims at translating this into new precision RNA medicine. Applications are sought from candidates with a master’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, medicine or a related field and documented experience in molecular and cellular biology. Specifically, experimental expertise in RNA biology, including working with antisense oligonucleotides and RNA binding small molecule drugs for modulation of splicing, as well as hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing technologies and bioinformatics is preferable. Applicants should have demonstrated scientific productivity, good inter-personal and communication skills, good written and spoken English skills and be able to conduct independent and creative research. The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology offers a strong, international and competitive research environment within the fields of RNA biology, molecular genetics and cell biology, protein chemistry and mass spectrometry, molecular microbiology and biophysics. For further information about the position please contact Professor Brage Storstein Andresen, PhD, FRCPath, e-mail: bragea@bmb.sdu.dk, phone: +45 6550 2413.
Postdoc in the Development of Micromotor Technologies for Nose-to-Brain Drug Delivery - DTU Health T...
If you are establishing your career as an independent researcher in drug delivery, nanomedicine, or neuroscience and want to work on a truly unexplored, high-impact concept, this position offers a unique opportunity. At DTU Health Tech, within the interdisciplinary IDUN research section, you will take a leading role in developing the first self-propelled, biodegradable micromotor platform for rapid nose-to-brain drug delivery aimed at acute seizure treatment. You will work at the interface of micro/nanofabrication, pharmaceutical technology, and neuroscience, translating fundamental micromotor concepts into a clinically relevant solution that has the potential to transform how acute seizures are treated. Responsibilities The main purpose of this position is to develop and validate a novel micromotor-based platform for rapid nose-to-brain drug delivery for acute seizure treatment. The postdoc will drive the design, fabrication, and biological evaluation of biodegradable, self-propelled micromotors capable of actively penetrating nasal mucus and delivering anti-epileptic drugs to seizure-relevant brain regions. The position offers substantial scientific independence and responsibility within a highly interdisciplinary research environment. Your primary tasks will be to: Design and fabricate biodegradable micromotors with chemically triggered propulsion mechanisms Develop drug loading, encapsulation, and surface functionalization strategies for nasal delivery Characterize micromotor motion, stability, and drug release in biosimilar mucus and nasal environments Perform in vitro and ex vivo evaluation using nasal epithelial models and tissue Contribute to in vivo validation in an established mouse model of acute seizures Analyze pharmacokinetics, biodistribution, and therapeutic efficacy data Co-supervise MSc/PhD students and contribute to the dissemination of results through publications and conferences Further information Further information may be obtained from Assistant Professor Tijana Miseljic and Associate Professor Line Hagner Nielsen. You can read more about DTU Health Tech at www.healthtech.dtu.dk. If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.
Postdoc in plant-fungal interactions
The Department of Agroecology at Aarhus University, Denmark, is offering a postdoctoral position in molecular plant pathology, starting 01-07-2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be available for a 3-year period. You will be part of a research environment focusing on the ecology of plant-microbe interactions. You will specifically be contributing to the area of fungal pathogenesis, and the focus of your position will be to characterize Fusarium protein effectors and elucidate their effects on the tomato microbiome. For this, you will generate knock-out mutants of Fusarium oxysporum and characterize their behavior in a tomato root-soil system with a focus on the effects on the root-associated microbiome.
DIAS Assistant Professor in Cognitive psychology, Clinical psychology, or Health psychology
The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) and the Department of Psychology at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) seek an outstanding candidate to fill a position as tenure track* assistant professor / DIAS-fellow in the field of either cognitive psychology, clinical psychology, or health psychology. The candidate is expected to start on September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. We are looking for a researcher with clear potential for research excellence who thrives in and is inspired by interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to high-quality research in their field while embracing DIAS’s mission of curiosity-driven inquiry and interdisciplinary dialogue. The successful candidate should have a strong and promising research profile, with potential for attracting external research funding, and a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines. The candidate will be attached to both the Department and DIAS and should be prepared to engage in multiple and diverse research environments at SDU. Additional information For further information about being an assistant professor at DIAS, please contact DIAS director Sten Rynning at +45 6550 2193 or by email to director-dias@sdu.dk . For more questions about the position please contact Rikke Holm Bramsen, Head of Department, at +45 6550 7251 or by e-mail to rholmb@health.sdu.dk .
DIAS Fellow in Experimental Biophysics
We seek Biophysics candidates with a research area that should expand and complement existing activities in PhyLife, meaning that synergy with existing research along with a clearly recognizable novel research line/focus is considered ideal. There is preference for a research area with a strong experimental component.
PhD fellowship in Climate Change Mitigation in Agriculture
The Climate Change Mitigation and Sustainable Soil Management research group, at the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences (PLEN), University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a PhD fellowship focused on exploring the effects of biochar application on ammonia (NH3) volatilisation and nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions from agricultural fields following fertilisation. The project is part of the research project “BholdN”, funded by the Agency for Green Land Use and Aquatic Environment (SGAV) under the Ministry of Green Transition. The start date is (expected to be) the 1st of April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdoc in New Genomic Techniques in Poinsettia and Chrysanthemum
You will be part of a research environment focusing on utilizing New Genomic Techniques (NGT) for breeding of plants. You will be contributing specifically to the area of NGT in Poinsettia and Chrysanthemum and the focus of your position will be to study and induce color formation in those species. You will work experimentally with already established techniques including CRISPR/Cas9 induced mutagenesis in ornamentals.
DTU Tenure Track Assistant Professor in AI and bioinformatics
Infectious diseases caused by bacterial, viral and parasitic pathogens, including those that are antimicrobial resistant, constitute one of the biggest threats to human and planetary health. In a new collaborative effort between DTU, UCPH and SSI, funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation we will be developing online bioinformatic tools for analysing and sharing pathogen genomic data.
Postdoc in Environmental Materials Science: Developing Novel Photocatalytic Biochar for Sustainable ...
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join a high-impact research initiative addressing one of the most pressing environmental challenges - the global “forever chemical” (PFAS) crisis. This exploratory project is funded by the Villum Experiment Programme and aims to move beyond conventional, energy-intensive separation technologies by investigating sustainable catalytic materials capable of destroying persistent PFAS compounds such as PFOA and PFOS.
Associate Professor in Experimental CERN-related Physics
The department seeks to strengthen its existing activities in experimental physics in relation to CERN. The group currently participates in experiments at CERN with focus on anti-hydrogen physics, low-energy nuclear physics and strong-field quantum electrodynamics and wishes to expand into other or similar areas of research performed at CERN, preferably areas that may be synergetic with the current activities. We are thus looking for applicants who will complement and/or strengthen the existing CERN-related physics research group at the department. Contact information For further information, please contact: Head of Department, Professor Ulrik Ingerslev Uggerhøj, phone +4523382373, email ulrik@phys.au.dk.
Open opportunities for researchers at the frontier of quantum photonics
Sparrow Quantum is always on the lookout for pioneering researchers. As a spinout from the Niels Bohr Institute, they’ve seen how bold ideas and groundbreaking research can evolve into world-leading commercial innovation—and they welcome those who want to be part of their journey to disrupt quantum photonics. That’s why they keep an open call for highly motivated researchers and quantum technologists who are excited about the most advanced quantum sources of today. They design roles around the right people, not the other way around; so, if you’re an outstanding researcher or engineer with the drive to shape the future of quantum photonics, they want to hear from you.
PhD scholarship in Computing Parallelism Enabled by Photonic Integrated Circuits - DTU Electro
The PhD student will participate in an international team in an EU-funded Doctoral Network project called MINDnet. The project consists of 15 Ph.D. students at 7 universities, one research center and two companies. The project has partners from eight different EU countries. All 15 Ph.d. projects are within the overall theme of neuromorphic computing and analog signal processing, targeting applications in the fields of communication, sensing, geolocalization, space and biomedical. This Ph.D. project will take place at DTU Electro. Apart from the time at DTU there will be secondments of minimum 3 months at University of Pisa (IT), Fraunhofer Heinrik Hertz Institute (DE) and Spincloud (DE). There will also be regular meetings with the other 14 Ph.D. students in the doctoral network, including 4 training schools and two workshops. As a participant of the project, the PhD student will become part of a team at DTU with numerical and experimental expertise in photonic computing. The activities within the project will benefit from synergies with other projects in the group as well as with other activities at the department. The main supervisor will be Assoc. Prof. Francesco Da Ros, DTU Electro.
Postdoc in Advanced Structural Characterization of Single-Molecule Adsorption in Nanoporous Material...
Join the National Centre for Nanofabrication and Characterization (DTU Nanolab) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) to investigate molecular adsorption mechanisms in porous crystals (and hybrid adsorbents), including MOFs, COFs, zeolites, porous carbons, and mesoporous oxides, for applications spanning separations, catalysis, sensing, and environmental remediation.
14 postdoctoral fellowships to the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme
The BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme at the University of Copenhagen is seeking 14 highly motivated and dynamic postdoc fellows to commence the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme on 1 September 2026. The BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme is financed by the Novo Nordisk Foundation with the ambition to train fellows in translational medicine, mentored by fully committed and top-level professionals in basic biomedical research, a clinical environment and the life science industry. The programme constitutes a clear career path for candidates whose ambition is to bridge the gap between research, patient care and the life science industry and for those wishing to become pioneering leaders in the field of translational medicine. The BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme expects to appoint 7 fellows with an MD background and 7 fellows with an MSc background. The fellow will be appointed in the lab of the basic mentor either at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (SUND) or the Faculty of SCIENCE (SCIENCE), UCPH.
Postdoc in Ultrafast Spectroscopy of Quantum Emitters in Layered Materials and Molecules
Postdoc opportunity in ultrafast spectroscopy of quantum emitters in the layered material hexagonal Boron Nitride (hBN) and molecular systems. Recent experiments, also performed in our group, have shown that luminescent centers in hBN are excellent candidates for the development of future light-based quantum technologies working close to or at room temperature.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor in in Soft Robotics and Bioinspired Systems
This position focuses on pioneering research that integrates the full soft robotics pipeline—from conceptual design to functional realization. We seek a candidate with a comprehensive and well-documented research profile, demonstrating a strong foundation in both theoretical and experimental robotics. The ideal applicant will bring expertise in the design and fabrication of soft robots, including the innovative use of functional materials such as metamaterials and composites, as well as experience in automated fabrication and mechanical characterization. A solid background in modelling and system identification is essential, with particular emphasis on data-driven and machine-learning–based approaches for soft and continuum systems. The candidate must also demonstrate proven experience in embedded perception—covering data acquisition, signal processing, and sensor integration—and in the development and implementation of advanced control strategies. Ultimately, we seek an individual with demonstrated capability in system integration: the ability to combine these disciplines into fully functional robotic systems for applications in bio-inspired locomotion, manipulation, and wearable technologies. Further information For further information please contact Head of Department Kasper Hallenborg (email: hallenborg@sdu.dk) or Professor Ahmad Rafsanjani (ahra@sdu.dk). If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk.
PhD scholarship in Microbial Chemotaxis and Root-Microbe Interactions (RhizoTrack) - DTU Bioengineer...
If you are curious about how microorganisms and plants communicate - and you want a PhD project where you can develop advanced skills in microfluidics, molecular ecology, and environmental data analysis - this position offers an exceptional opportunity to grow as a scientist. In RhizoTrack, you will work at the interface of microbiology, chemical ecology, and sustainable agriculture, contributing knowledge that can support more resilient plant-microbe partnerships in the future. The DFF-funded project RhizoTrack explores how soil microorganisms sense, differentiate, and transform plant root exudates, and how these chemical interactions shape which microbes successfully colonize plant roots. By resolving these mechanisms, the project aims to build a foundation for designing microbial and chemical strategies that can strengthen plant health and reduce dependency on agrochemical inputs. The project introduces microfluidic in situ chemotaxis assays (ISCAs) into soil ecosystems, a technique that allows us to measure microbial movement directly in natural soil matrices. We take a stepwise approach, beginning with synthetic communities and soil-analogue environments before progressing to more complex natural soils. You will work with chemotaxis experiments, long-read sequencing, microbial community analysis, and LC-MS-based chemical characterization. The PhD project is part of the research activities at the Section for Microbial and Chemical Ecology (MCE) at DTU Bioengineering. MCE hosts internationally leading groups in microbial ecology, environmental biotechnology, microfluidics, and chemical ecology. The section provides state-of-the-art facilities for environmental genomics, chemical analytics, and microbial cultivation. You will join a vibrant and interdisciplinary environment with strong ties to both Danish and international collaborators, including a research visit to Dr. Jean-Baptiste Raina, the co-inventor of the ISCA. Responsibilities and qualifications As PhD candidate you will investigate how soil microorganisms sense, interpret, and transform plant root exudates using microfluidic in situ chemotaxis assays, molecular ecology, and chemical analysis. The work involves collaboration with experts in microbial ecology and microfluidics, contributions across three coordinated work packages, and supporting the establishment of microfluidic-based workflows for soil environments. You will also take part in the supervision of BSc and MSc students connected to the project. Further information Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Lars Behrendt (labeh@dtu.dk). Questions related to plant synthetic communities can also be directed to Professor Lars Jelsbak (lj@bio.dtu.dk).
PhD scholarship in Photonic Reservoir Computing in Coupled Resonant Structures - DTU Electro
The Machine Learning in Photonic Systems group at DTU Electro at the Technical University of Denmark is seeking a candidate for a PhD position to research multiplexing in photonic integrated circuits for enhancing computing efficiency through parallelism. The PhD student will participate in an international team in an EU-funded Doctoral Network project called MINDnet. The project consists of 15 Ph.D. students at 7 universities, one research center and two companies. The project has partners from eight different EU countries. All 15 Ph.d. projects are within the overall theme of neuromorphic computing and analog signal processing, targeting applications in the fields of communication, sensing, geolocalization, space and biomedical. This Ph.D. project will take place at DTU Electro. Apart from the time at DTU there will be secondments of minimum 3 months at Technical University of Illmenau (DE), HPE (BE) and University of Trento (IT). There will also be regular meetings with the other 14 Ph.D. students in the doctoral network, including 4 training schools and two workshops. Further information Further information may be obtained from Assoc. Prof. Francesco Da Ros (fdro@dtu.dk).
Characterization Engineer at the NNF Quantum Computing Programme
You will be working across multiple quantum platforms, enacting characterization protocols for our novel materials and reliably and precisely extracting relevant metrics. This will be done in close collaboration with the materials growth and fabrication teams as well as various international partners from industry and academia. Contact Jim Webb E-mail: vdk845@ku.dk
Postdoc in reproductive epidemiology
One or two positions as postdoc (100% time) are available at the Research Unit of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, the Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark. The position(s) are limited to 2½ years with the possibility of extension. The expected start date is July 01, 2026. Research tasks The position as postdoc consists of research, teaching, professional development, and supervision within reproductive and female-related epidemiology. The postdoc(s) will be affiliated with the FEMME project (FErtility and Medically assisted reproduction: Mapping women’s short- and long-term health Effects). The FEMME project consists of three work packages related to fertility treatment: Cardiovascular disease, cancer and mental health. Research tasks include planning, conducting, and publishing epidemiological studies using large-scale observational data, primarily register-based, focusing on women’s short- and long-term health outcomes within the specific work package. Depending on scientific profile and interest, the position may also involve primary data collection, including contribution to the design, implementation, and management of prospective data collection in collaboration with fertility clinics. The postdoc will have primary responsibility for work package 3 (mental health) and/or contribute across work packages 1–2 (cardiovascular disease and cancer). Manuscript preparation, dissemination of findings, and active participation in collaborative research activities are integral parts of the position. Further information For further information please contact Associate Professor Mette Bliddal, mette.bliddal@rsyd.dk or Head of Department at the Department of Clinical Research Rikke Leth-Larsen, e-mail: rllarsen@health.sdu.dk
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