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In Denmark, Neuroscience goes beyond the lab—it touches lives.
As a hub for cutting-edge brain research, Denmark offers you the environment to explore the science of well-being and create real-world applications that improve health and quality of life.
Our universities and research centres are recognised for their pioneering Neuroscience programs, and a culture of strong collaboration between academia, industry, and the healthcare system brings together researchers, clinicians, and businesses so they can accelerate scientific breakthroughs.
A global outlook is part of the package, and as a researcher here, you will be part of an international community and cross-border initiatives with global impact.
Daniel Rasmussen
Postdoc position for the Danish Institute for IT Program Management at the IT University of Copenhag...
The Danish Institute for IT Program Management (DIIP) at the IT University of Copenhagen offers one or more Postdoctoral Research Fellowships for a two-year duration, with a possible extension. The proposed starting date is 1 October 2025, or as soon as possible. DIIP’s main areas of research are IT projects and IT program management. Applicants are not required to have research experience in these fields. Candidates with backgrounds in statistics, economics, business administration, geography, biology, engineering, physics, or similar fields are encouraged to apply.
Fully funded Postdoc Position in Molecular Neurobiology
The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics and the Danish Research Institute of Translational Neuroscience (DANDRITE, Nordic-EMBL partnership in molecular medicine) at Aarhus University invites applications for a one-year postdoc position, focusing on protein biology involved in the energy metabolism of neuronal synapses. The candidate is expected to use cutting-edge proteomics and super-resolution microscopy established in the host lab and spearhead an interdisciplinary, collaborative project.
Postdoc position in philosophy of psychology/cognitive science
The postdoc will be part of a project entitled Selection in Cognition funded by the Carlsberg Foundation and headed by Professor Søren Kyllingsbæk and Professor Thor Grünbaum. The Selection in Cognition project develops and tests a new theory of basic cognitive selection mechanisms by combining methods and perspectives from experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, mathematical modelling, and philosophy. The core idea is that selection in cognition may be understood as a biased competition between representations in a stochastic race (Grünbaum, Oren, & Kyllingsbæk, 2021; Oren et al., 2024; Kyllingsbæk et al., 2025). A successful applicant is expected to familiarize themselves with recent work by Prof. Thor Grünbaum and situate their research plan within the framework of the Selection in Cognition project. For more information about the project, please contact Prof Thor Grünbaum (tgr@hum.ku.dk).
16 PhD Fellowships at Neuroscience Academy Denmark
Neuroscience Academy Denmark (NAD) offers 16 fully funded PhD fellowships, starting January 1st 2026, to exceptional and highly motivated candidates pursuing a career in neuroscience research. NAD is a collaborative national initiative that brings together the neuroscience research environments of Aalborg University, Aarhus University, University of Copenhagen, and the University of Southern Denmark and includes more than 200 laboratories from these universities. In addition, the neuroscience research environments based at the University hospitals are also active NAD partners. The NAD programme spans four years, beginning with one pre-PhD year followed by a three-year PhD project.
Assistant professorships in Psychology
The Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences invites applications for assistant professorships in Psychology. The educational program of the Department covers the subfields of Social and Personality Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Pedagogical Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Work and Organizational Psychology. In addition, the Department participates in the Flexible Master Program of Public Leadership Education and the Cand Soc in Business Psychology. The assistant professorships are three-year positions, starting November 2025 or as soon as possible subject to mutual agreement. Applicants will be shortlisted for a full assessment based on their qualifications and the Department’s intention for a broad recruitment both within and between subfields. Hence, applicants not shortlisted will not receive a full assessment. The Department expects to offer approximately two assistant professorships. The final number of positions realized will depend on the assessment of the applicants.
Professor and Head of the National Centre for Register-based Research
The Department of Public Health at Faculty of Health – Aarhus University, invites applications for a position as Professor and Head of the National Centre for Register-based Research (NCRR). The position is full-time and tenured, with a starting date of 1 May 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The National Centre for Register-based Research is an innovative and internationally recognized research section within the Department of Public Health at Aarhus University. The Centre is at the forefront of psychiatric epidemiology and register-based research, leveraging Denmark’s unique national population registers to generate pioneering insights into the causes and trajectories of psychiatric and other brain disorders. NCRR is a cornerstone of iPSYCH, one of the world’s leading initiatives in psychiatric genetics and life-course epidemiology, and also hosts the newly established SMARTbiomed Pioneer Centre, which develops cutting-edge methodologies in machine learning and causal inference applied to human health. Read more about NCRR here.
PhD stipend in Muscle Neuromechanics and Ultrasound Imaging
The PhD project will be part of the ECHO-EMG research initiative, funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark (DFF). The project aims to develop a novel system that combines high-density surface electromyography (HD-sEMG) and ultrafast ultrasound imaging (UUS) to assess muscle function in individuals with Type II Diabetes Mellitus and related neuromuscular disorders. The integration of these two modalities is expected to overcome limitations of current EMG-based techniques, particularly in dynamic movement tasks. The PhD student will focus on the design, development, and validation of the HD-sEMG/ultrasound system. This includes identifying suitable ultrasound technologies for muscles with varying architectures, integrating recording hardware, and establishing acquisition protocols to capture both electrical and architectural properties of skeletal muscle during static and dynamic contractions. The student will also participate in early-stage algorithmic work to model muscle architecture and behavior across contraction types. In collaboration with international partners at Politecnico di Torino and the University of Brescia, the student will test setups for concurrent acquisition of HD-sEMG using innovative electrode grids and various UUS technologies. Moreover, the student will have the opportunity to engage in research stays abroad with these groups. Therefore, the position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of biomechanics, biomedical imaging, and neuromuscular physiology in an interdisciplinary and international environment. Limited teaching within biomechanical engineering can be expected, but also in other study programmes at the University.
From discovery to life-changing therapy
The strong integration between companies, research, and innovation means that Denmark offers unique opportunities to translate your discoveries into life-changing therapies.
Here, the biotech and med-tech sectors make a dynamic environment for collaboration, where start-ups and established companies drive advancements in neuropharmaceuticals and brain health technologies.
Our research environment is known for attracting heaps of international talent, so prepare for a diverse group of new co-workers and friends. Whether your interest is in neurodegenerative disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, neuroinflammation, or something else, Denmark has a research community for you.
Daniel Rasmussen
Meet like-minded minds in neuroscience
Laura moved from Belgium to pursue her PhD at Aalborg University. At the Center for Neuroplasticity and Pain, she explores non-invasive vagal nerve stimulation to advance neuromodulation research.
Pedro came from Brazil to join the University of Copenhagen as a PhD student. His research in neuroscience is fueled by Denmark’s strong support system and collaborative academic culture.
