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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.
Daniel Rasmussen
Marvin Kuhr
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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.
Thomas Høyrup Christensen
Daniel Rasmussen
Daniel Rasmussen
Destination Sønderjylland
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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).
Postdoc in modeling of high-performance magnetic assemblies for creating strong magnetic fields
At DTU Energy we are looking for a postdoc to work on modeling and designing a permanent magnet assembly that can create a strong homogeneous magnetic field, to be used within a magnetic refrigeration device based on a novel concept.
Postdoc in Surface Science Characterization of Electrocatalysts
As a postdoc, you will become part of a research team that investigates the structure and chemical properties of materials and interfaces for catalysis and electrocatalysis. You will develop a research activity within experimental characterization of electrocatalyst model catalysts using electrocatalysis workstations, scanning probe microscopy and x-ray photoemission spectroscopy. This includes a newly established near-ambient-pressure XPS facility (NAP-XPS). In the MAGNESIS project we will specifically work towards understanding and application of magnetically enhanced electrocatalysis for water splitting and CO2 reduction (see e.g. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41560-019-0404-4).
Director of new research centre in biological psychiatry with focus on brain circuit dysfunction
As director you have the freedom, within the framework of the centre’s objectives, to develop a research plan and define the scientific direction of the centre. Upon final approval of the research plan, you will be responsible for establishing the centre and its operations, providing strategic leadership and ensuring successful implementation of the founding research vision. You will be leading the activities of the centre, including group leader recruitments and the establishment of co-located translational research environments. In this role, you serve as a strategic leader, coordinating and facilitating activities both within the centre and across the organisations with which it interacts. Furthermore, as a successful director, you: Are highly motivated by and committed to the mission of the centre Demonstrate visionary leadership with the ability to define strategy and drive its execution Are dedicated to mentoring, training, and upholding the EMBL mission Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and academic excellence Provide clear direction and ensure coherence and identity across the centre Build strong partnerships with national and international partners Serve as an excellent ambassador promoting the visibility and reputation of the centre For further information on the position and our vision for the centre, please contact one of the following for a confidential conversation: Professor Thomas G. Jensen, Head of Department of Biomedicine (thomas@biomed.au.dk, +4527782805) Professor Poul Nissen, Vice-Dean of Research, Faculty of Natural Sciences (pn@au.dk, +4528992295) Professor Anne-Mette Hvas, Dean, Faculty of Health (dean.health@au.dk, +4587152007)
PhD Student in Topological Photonics - DTU Electro
The Quantum and Nanophotonics section at DTU Electro is seeking an excellent and highly motivated PhD student to be a part of a program on ‘Symmetry-guided discovery of topological photonics’, led by Assoc. Prof. Thomas Christensen, who moved from MIT to DTU in 2023. Funded by a Villum Young Investigator program (link), the project aims to uncover novel kinds of photonic topology using powerful ideas and tools at the intersection of topological band theory, symmetry analysis, and photonics. You will work on developing and applying these ideas to discover new topological phenomena, design proof-of-principle photonic topological designs, and identify opportunities for demonstrations with experimental collaborators at the department and internationally. The program aims to advance the frontiers of theoretical photonics, deepen our understanding of fundamental wave-phenomena, and investigate the fundamentals and applications of topology in photonics. Further information For questions, please contact Thomas Christensen (thomas@dtu.dk, tel.: +45 50 30 65 52).
Hunt for new clades of anaerobic hydrocarbon-oxidizing microbes
In this PhD project, you will work to identify and characterize novel clades of hydrocarbon-oxidizing Archaea, Sulfate-Reducing Bacteria (SRB), or Archaea-SRB consortia from diverse environments. You will initiate enrichment cultures using single or mixed hydrocarbons as substrates, with sediments from deep sea sites, intertidal zones, hydrocarbon seeps, and mud volcanoes as inocula. Participation in sampling campaigns is possible during the early phase of the PhD.
Postdoc of starch and protein digestibility
Department of Food Science, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a position as Postdoc on starch and protein in vitro digestibility from 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is for a period of 30 months. The position is anchored in the research project NutriProc, focusing on how processing affects the interaction between plant protein and starch digestibility and thereby uptake of nutrients, and how this affects the postprandial blood glucose and satiety. The position implies research obligations within in vitro protein and starch digestibility. The candidate will work on simultaneously determining starch and protein digestibility using the INFOGEST protocol. The research will be conducted in close collaboration with both internal and external partners, and a collaborative mindset is essential. The postdoc duties will be to set up a semi-dynamic in vitro system to determine starch and protein digestibility using the INFOGEST protocol. The candidate is therefore required to have hands-on experience with setting up analytical methods, performing in vitro digestibility studies using INFOGEST. The duties also include obligations with regard to publication/scientific communication and research-based teaching, as well as supervision of students. The postdoc will be part of the research group Plant-based food and Biochemistry (https://food.ku.dk/english/research_at_food/research-groups/plant-based-foods-and-biochemistry/). Patricia Duque Estrada E-mail: qdr235@ku.dk
Postdoc Positions within Robotics for Laboratory Automation
SDU Robotics is currently extending the team within the project CAPeX which focuses on robotics for laboratory automation. We therefore invite applications for one or more fully funded postdoc positions.
PhD scholarship in Theoretical Chemical Dynamics - DTU Chemistry
Are you passionate about chemical theory and computation? Are you interested in the real-time (atto- to picosecond) dynamic changes in molecules when they undergo physical and chemical transformations? Are you curious about the interplay with the environment? Do you want to interpret and design time-resolved experiments? If you would like to dive into the multifaceted field of theoretical chemistry and you want to have a strong influence on the topic of your PhD project for fulfilling your dreams and ambitions, this open position within the field of theoretical chemical dynamics might be the perfect fit for you. Responsibilities and qualifications The focus of this position is to describe via theory and computation how molecular systems behave on the fundamental level at the ultrafast timescale (atto- to picosecond), and how this behavior is observed in pump-probe experiments. The topic of the project will be decided between you and the supervisors, depending on your preferences and qualifications. Possible topics are: The theory of ultrafast pump-probe experiments (e.g., time-resolved X-ray scattering and spectroscopy), simulations and data processing of actual ultrafast experiments, mapping charge and energy transfer in molecular (and mesoscopic) systems, behavior of molecules in strong fields, dynamics of open quantum systems, and more. This project offers an excellent opportunity to work in various areas of theoretical and computational chemistry such as quantum and semi-classical theory of molecules, electronic excited-state dynamics and relaxation, materials and light, statistical mechanics, reaction kinetics and dynamics, and theory/simulation of ultrafast time-resolved experiments. You will be a part of the Physical Chemistry section at DTU Chemistry (https://www.kemi.dtu.dk/english/research/physical-chemistry), supervised by Professor Klaus Braagaard Møller (https://www.kemi.dtu.dk/english/research/physical-chemistry/klaus-braagaard-moeller).
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
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 High-Speed Secure Quantum Communication with Squeezed Light
DTU Physics is seeking a highly talented postdoctoral researcher to advance our research on high-speed quantum communication based on squeezed states of light. The position offers the opportunity to take a central role in developing next-generation continuous-variable quantum communication systems, including high-bandwidth squeezed-light sources, ultralow-noise detection, and advanced DSP methods. By joining us, you will contribute to cutting-edge experimental research, work in state-of-the-art quantum optics laboratories, and collaborate closely with leading international partners in quantum communication and photonics. You will be part of a dynamic and highly international research environment within the Quantum Physics & Information Technology (QPIT) section. Further information may be obtained from Tenure-track researcher Adnan Hajomer aaeha@dtu.dk or from Associate Professor Tobias Gehring (tobias.gehring@fysik.dtu.dk).
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
Postdoc in selective visual attention and color vision
The Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a fully funded postdoctoral position in selective visual attention and color vision. The position is available for up to 30 months and part of a project supported by the Independent Research Fund Denmark led by Professor Søren Krogh Andersen. The starting date is March 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Research environment The postdoc will be affiliated with the Research Unit of Health and Cognitive Psychology. Another postdoctoral position with partially overlapping characteristics is being advertised for a separate project, and candidates meeting the criteria for both positions are encouraged to apply for both positions separately. Project description Color is a highly effective cue for directing attention, particularly when colors in a scene are dissimilar. However, there is currently no measure of color dissimilarity (distance) that accurately reflects selective attention. This project aims to develop a color representation in which the distance between hues accurately reflects the effectiveness of attentional selection between them. In a series of experiments using electroencephalographic (EEG) recordings of frequency-tagged steady-state visual evoked potentials (SSVEPs), the project will assess processing of attended and unattended colors in healthy adults performing a feature-based attention task while stimulus colors are varied systematically. The results will be highly relevant for basic research on visual attention and working memory and have practical applications, such as optimizing color selection for attentional purposes. The successful candidate will be required to design, program and conduct EEG-experiments, analyze and interpret EEG and behavioral data and present results at conferences and in journal publications. This project is theoretically and technically sophisticated and a candidate with a solid understanding of color vision and strong analytic and quantitative skills (programming, digital signal processing, statistics) is sought. Contact information For further information about the position, please contact Prof. Søren Krogh Andersen, SDU (email: skandersen@health.sdu.dk; phone: +45 2498 4101).
Postdoctoral position in Biochemistry
The Heidarsson group at the Section for Biomolecular Sciences invites applicants for a postdoctoral researcher in intrinsically disordered transcription factors and their interactions with chromatin. The project is part of a research project financed by a Lundbeck Ascending Investigator Grant. Start date is expected to be 1 April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The project The successful candidate will join the research group led by Dr. Pétur O. Heiðarsson (https://heidarsson.science.ku.dk/), working on understanding the interactions of pioneer transcription factors with chromatin and their link to cell reprogramming mechanisms. The project is focused on a pioneer transcription factor that drives neuronal cell fate with the ultimate aim of providing new tools for efficient neuronal cell reprogramming. The candidate will join a highly collaborative consortium and will be using state-of-the-art single-molecule techniques (single-molecule FRET, optical tweezers) to elucidate microscopic molecular mechanisms, and cell biology experiments to study genome engagement in live cells. Principal supervisor is Associate professor Pétur Heiðarsson, Department of Biology, poh@bio.ku.dk.
A Postdoc Position in Biological and Chemical Engineering on microbial electrosynthesis
The Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Aarhus University, invites applications for a postdoctoral position offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to the work on reactor design and scaling for electromethanogenesis. The position is based at the main campus at Aarhus University and is expected to begin on 1 May 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The postdoc will be part of the research groups of Drs. Lars Angenent and Alfred Spormann in a joint collaborative project, which also includes Prof. Bruce Logan of Penn State University. We are seeking highly talented and motivated staff scientists to work on microbial electrosynthesis to convert CO2 and H2 at the cathode of microbial electrochemical technologies into methane as part of an electromethanogenesis project. Specifically, the postdoc will develop and test up-scaled microbial electrosynthesis reactors involving advanced electrochemistry, reactor design, and scaling approaches. Contact information Applicants seeking further information are invited to contact Lars Angenent, e-mail: lta@bce.au.dk
Professorships in Psychology
The announced professorships are permanent positions with research and teaching obligations within the specified fields outlined above. The successful candidate is expected to take on responsibility for research leadership with regard to developing the dedicated field, publish in international peer-reviewed journals, attract external funding, develop courses and methods, participate in the Department's day-to-day activities (lecturing, seminars, workshops, etc.), undertake supervision of students, PhD students and junior researchers as well as participate in administrative and organizational tasks. Your qualifications To be considered for shortlisting, applicants must indicate which specific subfield (and potentially another supplemental subfield) they want to apply within. Relevant candidates are expected to have published a substantial amount of research at a high international level, have succeeded in attracting external funding, have experience with high-quality research leadership and PhD supervision as well as substantial, high-quality teaching within the subfield specified by the applicants. As the successful candidates must participate in all of the department's main activities, including teaching, examination and administration related to the subfield, non-Danish speaking candidates are required to acquire the necessary language skills within a short period of time (max. 2 years). Further information For further information about the position, please contact: Head of department, professor, Jan Tønnesvang, e-mail: jan@psy.au.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).
Two-Year Postdoctoral Position in Volatile Organic Compound Biogeochemistry
The position is based at the Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen (North Campus, Universitetsparken 15, Copenhagen, 2100). The successful candidate will join Assistant Professor Yi Jiao’s group within the Center for Volatile Interactions (VOLT), led by Professor Riikka Rinnan. We offer a creative and stimulating work environment in a dynamic, international research setting. The VOLT center brings together ecosystem ecologists, microbial ecologists, and ecosystem modelers working across terrestrial and aquatic systems. The center provides access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including instrumentation for volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis (e.g., PTR-ToF-MS, GC-MS), molecular tools for studying microbial community structure and activity (e.g., SIP, PCR), and incubation and climate chamber facilities. Additionally, the center has access to supercomputing resources for processing large datasets and running ecosystem models. Questions For further information about the position, please contact Yi Jiao (yi.jiao@bio.ku.dk) and Riikka Rinnan (riikkar@bio.ku.dk)
Gaia MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships on Interdisciplinary Climate Research – 2nd call
The Gaia Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme, funded by the EU under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), offers 6 additional positions across to the already 9 existing fellowship, in this final call. This programme is open to early-career researchers from all disciplines, including Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Health Sciences, and Engineering. Based at the University of Southern Denmark’s Climate Cluster (SCC), Gaia aims to foster interdisciplinary research by integrating fellows into a collaborative network of academic, public, and private partners. Fellows will benefit from advanced interdisciplinary training, bridging academic research with societal applications, to address critical climate challenges and the green transition. Emphasis is placed on developing leadership and collaboration skills, preparing participants to take on significant roles in research and innovation within climate-related sectors.
PhD fellowship in Molecular Exercise Physiology
The Section for Human and Molecular Physiology invites applicants for a three-year PhD fellowship in Molecular Exercise Physiology. The fellowship is part of the project “Disentangling Muscle Hypertrophy for Novel Therapies”, funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark (DFF). The position is expected to start June 1st 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. Loss of muscle mass is a major contributor to frailty and morbidity in aging and disease. Resistance exercise remains the only known effective countermeasure against muscle wasting, yet the mechanisms that trigger hypertrophy are incompletely understood. Recent findings challenge the notion that muscle growth depends solely on mechanical load, highlighting potential roles of load-independent neurocrine and paracrine factors. This PhD project aims to systematically dissect load-dependent and load-independent pathways regulating muscle hypertrophy, using cutting-edge in vivo and in vitro systems. Principal supervisor: Prof. Thomas Elbenhardt Jensen Section for Human and Molecular Physiology, NEXS Email: TEJensen@nexs.ku.dk
Senior Engineer in Classical Optical Systems
Quantum Foundry is looking for an optical engineer to join our innovative team of talented and diverse international professionals. Your main responsibilities and tasks will include: Developing and improving novel wafer-scale characterization and pattern alignment using classical optical methods. Creating prototype optical setups utilizing e.g. laser sources, cameras, alignment stages, mirrors etc. Coordinating projects and roadmaps with tools and process development teams towards fully packaged QPU’s. Performing tests, troubleshooting, and debugging performance issues. Application and Information For more information, please contact Claus B. Sørensen, CTO (cbs@qfcph.com) or Michal Sobol, Head of Mechanical Engineering (mso@qfcph.com)
Postdoc in the Didactics of Physics - DTU Physics
Are you burning for physics and how to teach it? Do you want to be a central part of developing new lab exercises for teaching quantum mechanics and electromagnetism at university level? At DTU Physics we are looking for a postdoc to develop experimental exercises for the Engineering Physics B.Sc. programme, and to measure their effect on the learning. Responsibilities and qualifications Your main responsibility will be to develop student exercises for the courses in Electromagnetism (course 10036) and Quantum Mechanics (course 10102) aimed at the Engineering Physics students. The ambition is to develop lab exercises that directly support and illustrate the abstract mathematical theory of the subjects, and to measure whether such exercises improve the learning process. You will be collaborating with the course responsible teachers, with the teaching lab at DTU Physics (“Nanoteket”), and with DTU’s center for teaching and learning, DTU Learning Lab. Further information Further information may be obtained from prof. Jakob Schiøtz (schiotz@fysik.dtu.dk) and prof. Cathrine Frandsen (fraca@fysik.dtu.dk).
Postdoctorate Fellowships in Machine Learning or Quantum Computing
The project is part of the larger research project “AI4NaturalFood”, in collaboration with the Department of Food Science, and the project is financed by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Start date is 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The project is about developing machine learning (ML) methods that help to develop the food of the future. The successful candidate is expected to conduct basic research in ML and to contribute to the application of ML in the food science. Currently, plant ingredients are often refined to almost molecular purity - and then combined again to create structured foods. This isolation is resource intensive, and the removal of fibre and micronutrients can compromise the nutritional value. This can be mitigated by applying milder forms of processing that do not fully refine ingredients and leave some of the native structure of the plant material intact. These less refined ingredients however exhibit complex behaviour, and we therefore need machine learning to direct the experimental data generation that will be carried out by other team members in the project. Learning meaningful representation spaces that model the complex space of ingredients and their properties can be immensely useful. These representation spaces can be informed by multiple modalities of data, spanning time-series data, microscopy images, rheological measurements, and so on. Integrating these modalities into common representation spaces can help in the development of more sustainable food. Furthermore, incorporating active learning methods can steer new experimentation while incorporating adequate prior domain knowledge. Supervisors are Prof Remko Boom Remko.boom@food.ku.dk, Prof Christian Igel igel@di.ku.dk and Tenure-track Assistant Professor Raghavendra Selvan raghav@di.ku.dk.
PhD Scholarships in Infection Diagnostics (BUG-ID) - DTU Biosustain
Prof. Ivan Mijakovic advertises four PhD positions in his group at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Bioresearch Institute for the Green Transition (BRIGHT). These PhD positions are part of the BUG-ID Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Training Network (DN), funded by the European Commission. BUG-ID consortium has a mission to improve infection diagnostics. All BUG-ID PhD students will be trained in an interdisciplinary environment and experience a collaboration among academia, healthcare and the private sector. This call advertises four PhD projects at DTU within the BUG-ID network (DCs 2, 3, 12, 13): DC2: Infection biomarker discovery in chronic wound models DC3: Infection biomarker monitoring in environmental samples DC12: Optimizing bioreceptor function in interaction with graphene DC13: Structural engineering of bioreceptors for graphene Further information Further information may be obtained from Prof. Ivan Mijakovic: ivmi@biosustain.dtu.dk
Assistant Professor (tenure-track) and Associate Professor (tenured) Positions in Computer Science w...
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for both tenure-track Assistant Professors and Associate Professors in Computer Science, with focus on Automated Reasoning, Logic, or Programming Languages. Successful candidates will join the Section of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Programming Languages (ACP) and the new SDU Centre for Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence in Campus Vejle. The targeted starting period is autumn 2026, with room for flexibility. We solicit applications from researchers that can complement or strengthen the competences of the section. For this call, we are looking for people who work in any one of the following areas: Automated reasoning, e.g., Optimization, Satisfiability (SAT / SMT), Constraint Solving, Planning, Answer Set Programming, Model Checking, Symbolic Computation, Knowledge Representation, Reasoning under Uncertainty, Non-monotonic Reasoning, Expert Systems. Programming languages broadly construed, e.g., functional programming, quantum programming, semantics, type theory, effect systems, formal verification, static analysis, reactive, concurrent, and parallel programming, compilers. Logic broadly construed, e.g., proof theory, modal logics, model theory and knowledge representation, computability. Researchers from outside CS are encouraged to apply, but must demonstrate a connection with core computer science or AI, and must be able to teach computer science courses at the bachelor and master levels. Questions? Curious to learn more about the section and the position? Please feel free to reach out to Associate Professor Robin Kaarsgaard on kaarsgaard@imada.sdu.dk for more information.
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.
Postdoc in Plant Biochemistry
The Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences invites applicants for a postdoc fellowship in plant biochemistry, financed by a grant from Styrelsen for Grøn Arealomlægning og Vandmiljø (SGAV) through the Klimatiltag funding scheme. The start date is 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The project The field of biological nitrification inhibitors (BNIs) has gained increasing attention over the past decades as a promising strategy to mitigate fertilizer-derived greenhouse gas emissions in the global north and improve yields with reduced nitrogen inputs in the global south. Yet, despite more than 20 years of research, only a limited number of BNI compounds have been identified and characterized, and their precise mode of action remains largely unknown [8]. This lack of mechanistic insight hampers the integration of BNI traits into breeding programs. The project aims to build a knowledge base on Biological compounds with Nitrification Inhibition (BNI) capacity in Danish cereals and their wild relatives to support the development of varieties with natural nitrification inhibition capacity and reduced reliance on chemical inputs. This project combines bioinformatics, biochemistry, molecular biology and plant transformation to characterize the BNI trait in sorghum for re-introduction into agricultural relevant cultivars. Who are we looking for? We are looking for candidates within the fields of Biology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioinformatics or biotechnology, who wish to join a dynamic research group working on plant biochemistry and biosynthesis of specialized metabolites. Questions For specific information about the Postdoc, please contact Tomas Laursen, tola@plen.ku.dk
Postdoc in Computational Biology
Applications are invited for a position as postdoc in Computational Biology in the laboratory of DNRF Chair and Novo Nordisk Faculty Professor Vijay Tiwari (https://www.tiwarilab.org/) at the Department of Molecular Medicine, SDU. The position is available from April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, for one year with the possibility of extension for up to 3 years. Tiwari Lab Tiwari lab employ cutting-edge single-cell and spatial omics technologies with bioinformatics and machine learning to decipher principles of gene regulation underlying cell identity and its disruption in human diseases. In this project, the candidate will develop new computational strategies to identify human genetic variation linked to cell fate changes in neurodevelopmental disorders and cancer. The candidate can use and combine various cutting-edge data modes such as single-cell ATAC-seq, single-cell RNA-seq, spatial gene expression, and whole-genome sequencing. The candidate will get the opportunity to explore new analysis methods using deep learning. Depending on the interest, it is also possible to be involved in the wet lab. Professor Tiwari also leads the Center for Integrated Multiomics in Precision Medicine, the Translational Cancer Hub, and the Danish Neurodevelopmental Disorders Consortium. He also serves as a Chair at the Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS), a research center dedicated to fostering groundbreaking ideas through cross-disciplinary collaboration. In addition, Professor Tiwari is affiliated with Odense University Hospital, facilitating translational research and enabling close partnerships with clinicians. Together, these initiatives provide ample opportunities for the recruited postdoc to build networks, establish collaborations, and advance their career development. Contact Information For further details about the position, please contact Professor Vijay Tiwari at tiwari@health.sdu.dk To learn more, please refer to the selected publications from the Tiwari lab:
Postdoc in Topological Photonics - DTU Electro
The Quantum and Nanophotonics Section at DTU Electro is seeking a highly motivated postdoc to be a part of a program on ‘Symmetry-guided discovery of topological photonics’, led by Assoc. Prof. Thomas Christensen, who moved from MIT to DTU in early 2023. The program aims to uncover novel kinds of photonic topology using recent ideas and tools at the intersection of topological band theory, symmetry analysis, and group theory. You will work on developing and applying these ideas to discover new photonic phenomena, implement associated computational tooling, and to find opportunities for proof-of-principles demonstrations with experimental collaborators. While the general theme of the postdoc will center on advancing the understanding of the interplay between photonic topology and symmetry in unexplored settings, the particulars are open, and may encompass several directions. These directions may e.g., include inverse design of topologically nontrivial crystals or the pursuit of topology in non-Hermitian settings, under time-periodic driving (space-time symmetry), under magnetic symmetry, or even in non-crystalline settings. The program aims to advance the frontiers of theoretical photonics, deepen our understanding of fundamental wave-phenomena, and investigate the applications of topology in photonics. Further information For more information, please contact Thomas Christensen (thomas@dtu.dk, tel.: +45 50 30 65 52).
Assistant Professor in Applied Cell Biology / Cellular Agriculture
The Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at Aarhus University invites applications for a four-year, fixed-term position as Assistant Professor in applied cell biology and cellular agriculture, starting July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will join the Gut and Host Health (GHH) research unit. Position Focus The role emphasises applied cell biology with particular attention to: Advanced Cell-Based Models Development of robust 2D and 3D models, including organoids, to investigate complex physiological and immunological mechanisms relevant to animal health and sustainable food production. Cellular Agriculture Exploration of sustainable production of animal-derived components using cultured cells, with a focus on milk component synthesis and functional characterisation. Bioactive Component Research Screening and characterisation of bioactive compounds such as functional additives, antimicrobial alternatives, and pharmacological agents, using cell-based models and advanced analytical approaches. Integration of the 3R Principles Development and validation of in vitro models to reduce reliance on animal experiments, supporting ethical and sustainable research practices, particularly in the context of nutrition, disease, and animal production. Contact Further information can be obtained from Senior Researcher Stig Purup Phone: +45 2934 5955 Email: stig.purup@anivet.au.dk
Postdoc in Advanced Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy Characterization for Materials Degradatio...
If you want to advance your career by working at the forefront of solid oxide electrolysis technology, this position offers a unique opportunity. You will apply and expand your skills in advanced electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, SOEC degradation mechanisms, and functional materials engineering while contributing to next-generation power-to-X solutions. By joining us, you will work with cutting-edge SOE concepts, collaborate with leading industrial and academic partners, and help shape technologies essential for large-scale renewable energy storage and conversion. Responsibilities and qualifications Your overall focus will be to advance next-generation solid oxide electrolysis cells by combining experimental degradation studies with advanced electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and materials characterization. You will work closely with colleagues and external partners to identify the mechanisms limiting SOEC performance and durability and develop EIS-based diagnostic tools. The position spans electrochemical testing, modeling, microstructural analysis, and collaborative research in an international environment. Further information Further information may be obtained from Prof Vincenzo Esposito at DTU Energy, vies@dtu.dk - https://orbit.dtu.dk/en/persons/vincenzo-esposito/
Postdoctoral Position in Mesoscale Fluid Simulations and Experimental Validation for Energy Systems
The Centre for Industrial Mechanics, part of the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for one or more 2-year postdoc positions within Mesoscale Fluid Simulations and Experimental Validation for Energy Systems. The positions are open from March 1, 2026, and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidates.
Assistant Professor (tenure-track) and Associate Professor (tenured) Positions in Computer Science w...
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for both tenure-track Assistant Professors and Associate Professors in Computer Science, with focus on the area of Cybersecurity and Privacy. The targeted starting period is autumn 2026, with room for flexibility. Hired candidates will join the Section of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Programming Languages (ACP) and the new SDU Centre for Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence in Campus Vejle. We encourage applications from researchers that can complement or strengthen the competences of the section. Examples of interesting research areas include, but are not limited to: Security and privacy by design, including secure software development. Security and privacy engineering, including privacy enhancing technologies. Cryptography, including post-quantum cryptography, quantum cryptography, and blockchain technology. Human and societal factors in security and privacy, including usable security and privacy, security and privacy behaviour, and security and privacy awareness. Network, mobile, and web security, including secure protocols, censorship, and resilient infrastructure. Security and AI, including ML security, explainable AI, and AI-driven security methods. Threat intelligence and defensive security, including incident response. Supply chain security, including OT security. Cyberwarfare and security for critical infrastructures. Hardware security, including embedded systems security and secure microarchitectures. Security governance, including compliance, audits, and standards. Questions? Curious to learn more about the section and the position? Please feel free to reach out to Associate Professor Peter Mayer (mayer@imada.sdu.dk) for more information.
Postdoc in manufacturing and testing a novel prototype component for PEM electrolysis stacks - DTU E...
Do you want to help shape the future of green hydrogen production by developing a novel electrolysis component that goes beyond today’s conventional PEM stacks? Are you excited about working in an entrepreneurial environment, helping mature a technology in the initial phase of a potential startup? If yes, this postdoctoral position is exactly for you. At the Technical University of Denmark, Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy), we conduct cutting-edge research in electrochemical energy technologies, with a strong focus on accelerating the green transition. PEM electrolysis plays a vital role in the emerging hydrogen economy, yet its performance and cost are still limited by traditional component architectures. There is a clear need for breakthroughs in the design and manufacturing of next-generation stack components. In this project, we aim to develop, optimize, and test an innovative monolithic component that aims to substitute conventional porous transport layers (PTLs) and bipolar plates (BPPs) in PEM stacks. Using advanced, scalable manufacturing methods, you will tailor the internal microstructure to improve mass transport, mechanical robustness, and interfacial behaviour between the different PEM stack layers. This approach will allow us to explore architectures that are not achievable with conventional fabrication routes. Your role as a postdoctoral researcher will be to design, fabricate, and experimentally validate this new component. You will work hands-on with advanced manufacturing, structural characterization, and electrochemical testing. The development of a dedicated testing rig and stack design is also a central part of the project. Further information Further information may be obtained from Assistant Professor Salvatore De Angelis, +45 28 97 94 98, sdea@dtu.dk
Postdoctoral position in nitrogen fixation and symbiosis innovation
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the group of Dr Aleksandr Gavrin (https://mbg.au.dk/a-gavrin/) at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University. Expected start date and duration of employment This is a 3-year position available from 1 April 2026. Job description Our team investigates the molecular mechanisms that govern the development and functionality of the legume-rhizobia symbiosis in model and crop plants. This position is a part of a collaborative project “Increasing Symbiotic Nitrogen Fixation via Cytoplasmic Signalling Modulation,” which is funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. The project aims to uncover how host plants regulate the efficiency of symbiotic nitrogen fixation and to identify genetic strategies to enhance this process. As a key member of the project, the successful candidate will design, execute, and analyse experiments to generate genetic and molecular insights into symbiotic interactions; communicate results effectively through publications and presentations. The post holder will work within an international team, sharing lab tasks and training new laboratory members. Contact information For further information and scientific enquiries please contact Dr Aleksandr Gavrin (agav@mbg.au.dk).
Research Assistant for the Research Unit of Neurobiology
The Research Unit of Neurobiology, Department of Molecular Medicine (IMM), SDU, is seeking a Research Assistant for a fixed-term position. The position is full-time, starting March 1, 2026, and running until February 31, 2028. Research Unit of Neurobiology The Research Unit of Neurobiology at the Department of Molecular Medicine (IMM), SDU, is an interdisciplinary research unit conducting translational research to understand the neurobiological mechanisms underlying injury and disease of the central nervous system and to translate this knowledge into improved diagnostics and treatments. The unit is particularly well known for its preclinical research in areas such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injury. Research at the unit spans from fundamental disease mechanisms to clinically relevant perspectives, with the overarching aim of improving future treatment options for patients. The project In this project, we investigate how microplastics, a growing global environmental challenge, may potentially affect early brain development. The work includes preclinical studies to determine whether microplastics can cross the placenta, reach the fetal brain, and induce neuroinflammatory responses in the mouse brain. You will work with relevant laboratory and analytical methods and contribute to behavioral studies examining potential developmental consequences. The project lies at the intersection of neuroscience and environmental toxicology and has clear translational relevance. Specifically, you will work on experimental mouse studies, including the systematic planning and execution of experiments, sample collection and tissue processing, and subsequent laboratory and analytical work. You will contribute to behavioral studies and participate in data processing, analysis, and dissemination of results in close collaboration with the rest of the project group. The position requires the ability to engage collaborators, maintain oversight, and make decisions when necessary. You work in a structured manner and are outgoing and flexible during periods of high activity. In addition, you will participate in international knowledge dissemination, for example, through meetings, presentations, and other professional communications. Further information For further information, please contact Associate Professor Bettina Hjelm Clausen by email bclausen@health.sdu.dk , phone +45 65 50 48 31.
Postdoc in Quantum Optics for Demonstration Experiments - DTU Physics
Are you passionate about quantum physics and how to teach it? Do you have lab experience in quantum optics and do you like an engineering challenge? Would you like to play a key part in advancing quantum-science-and-technology education at DTU and the University of Copenhagen? At DTU Physics we are looking for a talented postdoc or engineer to develop and build new portable teaching experiments that can be brought into classes for hands-on student activities. The setups will realise advanced concepts including quantum squeezed light, control and sensing with single spins in diamond, and possibly optomechanics. The setups will be used at both DTU and the University of Copenhagen and the project will be carried out in collaboration with partners developing didactic activities and studying the learning outcomes. Further information Further information may be obtained from Assoc. Prof. Jonatan Bohr Brask (jobb@dtu.dk) or Assoc. Prof. Alexander Huck (alexander.huck@fysik.dtu.dk).
PhD scholarship in Sustainability Assessment of Feedstocks for Biomanufacturing – BRIGHT
If you are motivated to guide innovation by developing novel frameworks and databases for sustainability assessment of bio-based products and, by doing so, to contribute to a sustainable transition, you have it right here. As an internationally reputed elite university, DTU is at the forefront of innovation related to “the sustainable transition.” At the The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition (BRIGHT), we are specifically looking for new ways to support the sustainable production of bio-based products, and that is why we need you and all your good process simulation and sustainability assessment skills. The FoundBio PhD project, a collaboration between two departments at DTU and Tec de Monterrey, aiming to close a critical knowledge gap by quantifying the economic, environmental, and social sustainability of emerging feedstocks, including CO₂, methane, formic acid, and methanol, in comparison to traditional sources such as sugars, lignocellulosic biomass, and algae. This project will pioneer the development of a high-resolution assessment framework that integrates techno-economic analysis (TEA), environmental life cycle assessment (E-LCA), and social life cycle assessment (S-LCA) to evaluate the true sustainability potential of biotechnology-based products and production systems. Further information If you would like additional information about the position, please contact supervisor and Hiring Responsible, Sumesh Sukumara via email, susu@dtu.dk.
Associate Professor Research Group Leader(s) at the Biotech Research and Innovation Centre (BRIC), U...
BRIC is recruiting 1-2 strongly motivated scientist(s) for a junior research group leader position. We are seeking excellent group leader colleagues with compelling research visions within the broad area of biomedical research and motivation to contribute to a diverse and inspiring research environment. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop your own line of research. You may come directly from a postdoc or similar position or be within three years of starting as an independent group leader. The workplace BRIC is an international centre of excellence with the mission to perform cutting-edge basic and translational biomedical research. As a group leader, you become part of an open community that fosters interdisciplinarity and collaboration. Active research areas include many aspects of cancer biology, stem cell biology, and neurobiology. The centre is part of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. Situated in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, you will experience a highly inclusive and egalitarian work environment. International researchers benefit from a high standard of living, flexible working conditions, efficient public infrastructure, and relocation assistance through the University’s International Staff Mobility office. Copenhagen is a safe, family-friendly city with a vibrant cultural life and easy access to nature. Inquiries are welcome to director Anders H. Lund (bric-director@bric.ku.dk)
PhD scholarship in impedance-aware adaptive control of power electronic converters - DTU Wind
Are you passionate about the green energy transition? Do you wish to contribute to the development of solutions to support the increasingly renewable power grid? This fully funded 3-year PhD position at DTU Wind and Energy Systems could be a perfect fit for you. We offer a vibrant, multidisciplinary, international, and friendly environment, encouraging creativity, diversity, empathy, and teamwork. You will have a great opportunity to build strong networks with internationally known researchers at DTU and other universities as well as leading industrial partners. As a PhD candidate, you will join the Power-to-X and Storage (PtX) section within the Power and Energy Systems (PES) division. The PtX section combines multidisciplinary research in energy storage and flexibility, digital twins, energy islands, electrolyzers, and machine learning. Our team of 26 members from 13 different nationalities values diversity and includes experts in a broad range of scientific disciplines, including electrical engineering, control theory, industrial engineering, electronics engineering, energy policy, data science, and applied mathematics. As part of the RADAR project, funded by Independent Research Fund Denmark (DFF), you will have the opportunity to undertake two research stays: at CY Cergy Paris University with Prof. Eric Monmasson, and at Danfoss Drives in Gråsten, Denmark. Further information Further information may be obtained from Professor Tomislav Dragicevic (tomdr@dtu.dk).
Research Mission Leader and Associate Professor in Biosolutions for Agroindustrial Biotechnology, De...
The Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering at Aarhus University is expanding its activities in Biosolutions for Agroindustrial Biotechnology. To strengthen our research, education, and innovation capacity, we are seeking an Associate Professor who will serve as a scientific leader in biosolutions, education, and mission governance. This role will play a central part in supporting the green transition of the food sector and reducing reliance on fossil resources. The position is available once the right candidate has been identified, with flexibility to agree on a suitable start date. The position is permanent and is to be filled by 1 May 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. Contact information For further information, please contact: Professor Lars Ditlev Mørck Ottosen, Head of Department 📧 ldmo@bce.au.dk 📞 +45 51 37 16 71
PhD scholarship in First-principles Theory of Exciton Interactions and Dynamics in 2D Moiré Systems ...
The section for Computational Atomic-scale Materials Design (CAMD) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated candidate for a PhD position within the area of ab initio many-body theory with applications to excitons in complex 2D van der Waals materials. The position is funded via a EuroTech Alliance Stipend and involves collaborations with the experimental group of Andras Kis at EPFL. Responsibilities The successful candidate will develop and apply ab initio computational methods rooted in many-body (perturbation) theory to explore exciton dynamics, exciton transport and exciton-exciton interactions in semiconductors with a specific focus on atomically thin 2D van der Waals materials (moiré and heterostructures). Depending on the interests of the candidate, they may also be involved in our ongoing developments of a digital data infrastructure for 2D materials (see 2dhub.org), which would involve high-throughput electronic structure computations using the Python-based Taskblaster workflow framework. CAMD offers an international and scientifically stimulating working environment at the Department of Physics, DTU, located in the northern Copenhagen area. The group develops the GPAW electronic structure code, the ASE Python library, and the TaskBlaster workflow framework. Substantial computational resources are available for the project through the DTU-supercomputer facility Niflheim. Further information Further information may be obtained from Professor Kristian S. Thygesen (thygesen@fysik.dtu.dk).
Junior Group Leader in Stem Cell Medicine
The University of Copenhagen seeks to appoint a Junior Group Leader to the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine (reNEW) to develop a cutting-edge research programme in translational stem cell medicine, commencing in 2026. Candidates should have a strong track record in stem cell biology (pluripotent or tissue specific stem cells), and a translational focus involving either regenerative cell or gene therapies, disease modelling and/or stem cell-based drug development. They must be aligned with the mission of reNEW, to bring together research excellence to harness the potential in stem cell medicine. Individuals seeking to launch their first independent research group are encouraged to apply. Questions Please contact Executive Director for the reNEW Copenhagen Node, Kim B. Jensen with questions: mailto: kim.jensen@sund.ku.dk. Information about reNEW: https://renew.ku.dk.
Associate Professor or DTU Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Biomanufacturing and Process Integrat...
DTU Chemical Engineering invites applications for two faculty positions at the level of DTU Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor. We seek ambitious and talented candidates to strengthen our research and teaching within biomanufacturing and sustainable process technologies. The positions are linked to the BRIGHT initiative but anchored into the DTU Chemical Engineering. About BRIGHT – The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition (BRIGHT) is a major initiative based at DTU that aims to accelerate the development of biosolutions and strengthen the bio-based economy. BRIGHT serves as a hub for academic and industrial partners working together to unlock the potential of bioproduction. Further information For further information, please contact Professor Anne Ladegaard Skov, email: al@kt.dtu.dk.
Converting CO2 on atomically defined electrocatalysts
As a PhD student, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to become part of the Interfaces and Catalysis group at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO), led by Prof. Jeppe V. Lauritsen. We’re a team of researchers, applying experimental surface science and electrochemical characterization methods to address the fundamental chemical activity of surfaces.
Postdoc in enzyme engineering for greenhouse gas remova
The Computational Protein Engineering (CPE) group at The Novo Nordisk Foundation Centre for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain) is developing novel methods to engineer proteins more effectively using state-of-the-art experimental and computational approaches. Our mission is to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to the most pressing issues facing our societies in terms of bioproduction and bioremediation.
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.
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.
Postdoctoral position in plant immunity and development
The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, invites applications for a 2-year postdoc position offering applicants an exciting opportunity to join a new research project on engineering plant receptors for balancing growth and immunity, funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. Expected start date and duration of employment The position will begin 1 March 2026 or shortly thereafter and is funded for Contact information For further information, please contact: Assistant Professor, Thi-Bich Luu, +45 50 27 69 09, tbluu@mbg.au.dk.
QISTGrad PhD call (up to 5 fellowships)
QISTgrad is more than a PhD program — it’s a platform for collaboration, innovation, and leadership in the rapidly evolving quantum landscape. Whether you are inspired by the physics of the quantum world or eager to apply quantum ideas to real-world technologies, this program offers the foundation, mentorship, and research environment to launch your career in one of the most exciting fields of modern science.
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 to study roles of glutathione transferases in drought response in sorghum
The Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Section for Plant Biochemistry offers a 2½ year postdoc position to investigate the roles of glutathione transferases (GSTs) in the drought response of the tropical cereal crop sorghum, starting from 1 March 2026. The postdoc’s duties will include research within plant biochemistry, enzymology, molecular biology, analytical chemistry and redox biology as well as teaching and project student supervision. The position may also include performance of other duties. Inquiries about the position can be made to Associate Professor Nanna Bjarnholt, nnb@plen.ku.dk.
Up to 18 fully funded Marie S. Curie PhD positions at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH), the Techn...
Up to 18 PhD positions are open in the international Marie S. Curie Doctoral Programme ‘Interdisciplinary Marie S. Curie Action for Health’ (INTERACT). The positions are open for researchers with a master’s degree, and maximum 4 years of experience. All PhD-project will be interdisciplinary, working across biology/biomedicine to physics, chemistry and engineering. The candidates’ main workplace will be either at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH), the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) or the Danish Cancer Institute (DCI), dependent of the selected project. The programme is co-funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement no. 101179234. Why apply to the INTERACT programme? INTERACT offers a unique opportunity to join an international and interdisciplinary PhD program within biology/biomedicine, physics, chemistry or engineering. The aim is to cultivate agile and responsible researchers capable of working seamlessly across at least two disciplines, with implications for transforming health solutions, and to provide the groundwork for a career track in academia, industry and beyond. Further, training and career activities will seek to empower all PhD-students to fully exploit the potential of their talent. Contact For more information about the process, guidelines or the application system, please contact INTERACT Project manager: Camilla Ebert, interact-msca@bric.ku.dk.
PhD on Benthic-Pelagic Coupling in Oxygen-Depleted Waters
The Department of Biology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for Ph.D. position in aquatic biogeochemistry and microbial ecology, available for 3 years from spring 2026. The position is associated to the ERC Synergy project RECLESS (Recycling versus loss in the marine nitrogen cycle: controls, feedbacks, and the impact of expanding low oxygen regions). RECLESS aims to predict how ongoing ocean deoxygenation impacts microbial nitrogen transformations and thereby the future availability of nitrogen to support oceanic primary production and carbon sequestration. The project involves researchers from the universities of Southern Denmark, Gothenburg, and Vienna, as well as Carnegie Science, and synergistically integrates innovative oceanographic, biogeochemical, ecophysiological, and model-based investigations. The candidate will explore and quantify how benthic processes influence the exchange of matter between sediment and water column in oxygen-depleted coastal waters, thereby ultimately influencing pelagic nitrogen cycling in these systems. This involves studies of microbial processes and fluxes within the sediment as well as in the benthic boundary layer, which is a poorly understood component of these systems. As oxygen depletion is spreading in coastal waters worldwide, the project will address knowledge gaps of both local and global significance. With the aim of obtaining a mechanistic understanding of benthic-pelagic coupling, key tasks may include biogeochemical sediment analyses, measurement of benthic exchange rates, experimental studies of microbial processes in the sediment and benthic boundary layer, and implementation of the results in reaction-transport models. The project is tightly integrated with investigations of pelagic processes in RECLESS, and participation in international research cruises is an integral part of the position. We seek a candidate with a background and strong interest in experimental (bio-)geochemistry, microbial ecology, or related fields, and with experience in and aptitude for field work. Experience with one or more of the above-mentioned approaches is desirable. The selected candidate will be associated to Bo Thamdrup’s research group as part of the diverse and international Nordcee section at the department, and will work closely together with associates from all RECLESS institutions. For more information about the position, please contact Bo Thamdrup, bot@biology.sdu.dk.
Morten Meldal PhD fellowships in Chemistry
We are looking for strong candidates within the broader field of Chemistry. Applicants should hold a MSc or a BSc degree related to one or more of the areas of experimental and theoretical chemistry listed above, with excellent results and good English language skills. Please note that if you expect to obtain a MSc degree before August 2026, but do not have it at the deadline of this call, you must apply for the integrated PhD program (option B).
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 .
Postdoctoral position on archaea-bacteria interactions and cooperation
Microbial life in anoxic environments often relies on tight physical interactions that enable cells to function, conserve energy, communicate and regulate cellular processes efficiently. This project aims at understanding the formation and functioning of aggregate-forming Archaea-Bacteria partnerships. The project involves working with syntrophic deep-sea archaea-bacteria consortia and a wide array of imaging approaches including structural and chemical imaging. The postdoc will use the following methods: Handling and experimenting with anaerobic syntrophic cultures Stable isotope labelling coupled to nanoSIMS Fluorescence microscopy & Expansion microscopy Cryo-FIB in tandem with Cryo-EM This position is financed by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. The work will be carried out in the Archaea group, Section for Microbiology, Department of Biology with collaborations for Cryo-EM & correlative imaging (EMBION) at iNANO & the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, AU, and secondary ion mass spectrometry at the NanoSIMS lab, TU Munich, Germany. Applicants seeking further information are invited to contact Associate Professor Niculina Musat (niculina.musat@bio.au.dk).
Associate Professor in Pain Neuromodulation
At the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology, a position as Associate Professor in Pain Neuromodulation at the Center for Neuroplasticity and Pain (CNAP) is open for appointment from June 1, 2026, or soon thereafter. The position is time-limited with a duration of two years, and it is part-time with a workload corresponding to 80% of a full-time equivalent. At Department of Health Science and Technology we conduct research, teaching and innovation within engineering, biomedicine, sports science, public health, neuroscience, psychology, and physiotherapy to develop sustainable technological solutions. Our mission is to contribute to increased quality of life for the benefit of the individual human being and society. Contacts Thomas Graven-Nielsen, Centre Director: +4599409832, tgn@hst.aau.dk Daniel Ciampi de Andrade, Associate professor: +4599403701, dca@hst.aau.dk Louise Klem Skovgaard: +4599408567, lksk@adm.aau.dk
Postdoc in selective visual attention and rhythmic sampling
The Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a fully funded postdoctoral position in selective visual attention and rhythmic sampling. The position is available for up to 48 months and part of a project supported by the Lundbeck Foundation led by Professor Søren Krogh Andersen. The starting date is March 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Research environment The postdoc will be affiliated with the Research Unit of Health and Cognitive Psychology. Another postdoctoral position with partially overlapping characteristics is being advertised for a separate project, and candidates meeting the criteria for both positions are encouraged to apply for both positions separately. Project description Our subjective experience of the world is continuous. However, it has been proposed that attention samples the input from our senses in roughly 7-8 discrete ‘snapshots’ per second. This theory is supported by many studies, but theoretical and methodological critiques have been raised, and some researchers have not found supporting evidence. This project will systematically and rigorously test the theory of rhythmic attentional sampling in focused and divided attention in a series of experiments using a combination of electroencephalographic (EEG) recordings of frequency-tagged steady-state visual evoked potentials and behavioral measures in healthy human participants combined with quantitative modelling. The successful candidate will be required to design, program and conduct EEG-experiments, analyze and interpret EEG and behavioral data and present results at conferences and in journal publications. This project is theoretically and technically sophisticated and a candidate with strong analytic and quantitative skills (programming, digital signal processing, modelling, statistics) is sought. The project involves collaboration with Prof. Marco Steinhauser (University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, Germany) and Dr. Ramakrishna Chakravarthi (University of Aberdeen, UK). Contact information For further information about the position, please contact Prof. Søren Krogh Andersen, SDU (email: skandersen@health.sdu.dk; phone: +45 2498 4101).
PhD scholarship in machine learning for enzyme and process engineering
The Computational Protein Engineering (CPE) group at The Novo Nordisk Foundation Centre for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain) is developing novel methods to engineer proteins more effectively using state-of-the-art experimental and computational approaches. Our mission is to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to the most pressing issues facing our societies in terms of bioproduction and bioremediation.
Postdoc in Ferroelectric switching of surface chemistry
The Postdoc will conduct research on ferroelectric thin films to obtain switchable surface adsorption energies in photo electrocatalytic cycles, seeking to enhance water splitting. The work will include growth and characterization of thin film systems, searching for new ferroelectrics and optimizing interfaces between layers. The characterization includes polarization switching and photocatalytic effects.
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5-8 March 2026 |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 
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16 March 2026 |
Denver, Colorado |
PhD Talent Career Fair |
3 November 2026 |
Paris |
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