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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
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.
Research Assistant in Autobiographical Memory and Morality
Center on Autobiographical Memory Research [CON AMORE], Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Aarhus University, invites applications for a 1 year and 5 months position as research assistant with an expected start on April 1st 2026. The vacancy is part of a larger research project on the interplay between autobiographical memory and morality. About the project and tasks: Everyday life is filled with concerns and norms for morality, such as concerns for the welfare of others, fairness, and honesty. Yet, the role of morality has been underrepresented in research on autobiographical memory - that is, memory for the personal past. The aim of this project is to establish a new approach to the study of autobiographical memory rooted in the hypothesis of a fundamental interplay between morality and memory. As a member of the memory and morality research team at CON AMORE, you will work on research projects investigating the interplay between autobiographical memory and morality, including but not limited to: Use AI techniques, including the development and application of large language models (LLMs), for text analysis of memory reports according to specific research aims. Content coding of memory narratives. Perform data analysis using statistical software such as R and SPSS. Contribute critically to academic writing and the publication process. Take part in the center’s research events. Further information For more information about the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, please visit: http://psy.au.dk/en/ For further information regarding the position, please contact Professor Dorthe Berntsen, e-mail: dorthe@psy.au.dk If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR Supporter, Charlotte Thomsen, e-mail: charlotte@au.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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Postdoc or Research Assistant positions in Mechanical/Mechatronics Design and Control of Continuum/S...
SDU Robotics, part of the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for applications for fully funded postdoc position or research assistant position, where the candidates will work under the NeuroSNAKE/VP-GRACE project, which focuses on the mechanical and mechatronic design of continuum surgical robots, with applications in neurosurgery and endovascular interventions, as well as sensing and control of such robotics systems. The positions are for one year and the starting date will be agreed with the successful candidates. The workplace is at SDU's main campus in Odense, Denmark, and the work is expected to be primarily onsite. Further information Please visit us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sdu-robotics. Further information about this position is available via email to Assistant Professor Di Wu diwu@mmmi.sdu.dk.
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 .
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).
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.
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.
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).
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).
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.
