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Postdoc position in method development in human statistical genetics, with a focus on classification...

Research area and project description Applications are invited for a postdoc position at the Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics, Aarhus University, starting from 1st October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be for two years. The postdoc will be supervised by Professor Doug Speed, and based at the Department of Quantitative Genetics and Genomics (QGG) at Aarhus University. Dr Speed's research involves developing statistical methods for better analysing data from genome-wide association studies (GWAS), with a particular focus on improving our understanding of human complex traits. Dr Speed has developed the software package LDAK (www.ldak.org). The position will be mainly funded by an ERC consolidator grant, aimed at finding novels ways to classify complex diseases based on genetic data: “Many common diseases are highly heterogeneous, meaning that two individuals can be diagnosed with the same disease but have very different progressions or respond very differently to the same medication. These heterogeneous diseases affect a sizeable proportion of the population. For example, approximately one in four people will develop a heterogeneous brain disorder (e.g., a neurological condition such as epilepsy or Parkinson’s Disease, or a psychiatric condition such as depression or schizophrenia) To effectively treat a patient with a heterogeneous disease, it is necessary to quickly and accurately identify their subtype. At present, patient subtypes are decided using only clinical observations, and the process is highly suboptimal. For example, the available subtypes are often incomplete or poorly-defined, meaning that many patients are wrongly classified or can not be classified at all. Previous research indicates that for many heterogeneous diseases, the classification of patients can be improved by incorporating genetic information. However, for this to become a reality, requires statistical tools that do not yet exist. This project will develop novel statistical tools for classifying heterogeneous diseases based on genetic information.” As such, the primary aim of the postdoc is to develop a new tool for finding subtypes of heterogeneous diseases, that are more informative than existing clinically-derived subtypes (e.g., that better guide prognosis or drug treatment). These subtypes might be based on genetic information (e.g., SNPs and metabolites) or heritable phenotypes (e.g., biomarkers and traits related to the target disease). There is also scope within the postdoc for developing “more standard” GWAS tools (e.g., tools for association analysis, constructing polygenic scores and understanding genetic architecture). Contacts Applicants seeking further information are invited to contact doug@qgg.au.dk

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Head of Department, Department of Biology

The Faculty of Science (SCIENCE) at the University of Copenhagen is seeking a visionary, strategic, and collaborative Head of Department for the Department of Biology to take office on 1 September, 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The new Head of Department will lead one of Denmark’s largest and strongest research environments within the biological sciences. The Department of Biology conducts world-class research across the full spectrum of biological disciplines – from molecular biology and biochemistry to ecology, biodiversity, and computational biology. The department hosts an international and highly engaged academic and study environment with 10 research sections, several strong research centers, 236 academic staff, 103 technical/administrative staff, and approximately 150 PhD students. Each year, the department educates several thousand bachelor’s and master’s students within biology, biochemistry, molecular biomedicine, and bioinformatics. As Head of Department, you will be responsible for ensuring continued academic excellence, strong collaborations, and an attractive environment for both education and work – as well as strengthening the department’s strategic position as an internationally leading biological sciences institution. Responsibilities of the Head of Department As Head of Department, you will report to the Dean of SCIENCE and be part of the faculty leadership team (SLT). You will hold the overall academic, financial, and personnel responsibility for the department and must be able to balance the interests of research, education, innovation, outreach, leadership, and administration in a broad and complex organization. In this role, you will lead the strategic development of research and teaching in close collaboration with the department’s management team, staff, and students. You will also contribute to the implementation of the University of Copenhagen’s policies as well as the faculty’s goals and action plans and play an active role in strengthening SCIENCE’s position as a leading research and education environment within the natural and biological sciences. Your tasks include ensuring strong frameworks for excellent research, researcher training, and research-based teaching, as well as supporting the development of competitive research environments and initiatives to attract external funding. As Head of Department, you represent the department nationally and internationally and work to build partnerships and networks with companies, foundations, authorities, and research and educational institutions. You are responsible for the department’s finances, resource allocation, and for creating conditions for well-being, professional development, and an attractive study and work environment. Want to know more? You are welcome to contact Dean Bo Jellesmark Thorsen at +45 35 33 17 00.

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PhD scholarship in Microneedle-Enabled Biosensing - DTU Health Tech

This PhD position requires a strong background in biomedical engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a related field. The candidate should have experience with biosensors, electrochemical techniques, or drug delivery systems, and an interest in smart hydrogels and microneedle technologies. Familiarity with microfabrication, flexible electronics, or wireless control systems is an advantage. Strong analytical skills, experimental independence, and the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams are essential, along with good scientific communication skills. The position offers hands-on training in advanced biosensing, smart materials, and transdermal delivery technologies, leading to high-impact publications and potential patents. The project provides excellent preparation for academic, industrial, or translational careers while contributing to personalized and clinically relevant therapeutic solutions. Responsibilities and qualifications The main purpose of this PhD position is to develop a closed-loop transdermal drug delivery platform for Parkinson’s disease. The project focuses on integrating real-time L-DOPA sensing with light-controlled release using microneedles and smart hydrogels. The goal is to enable precise, personalized therapy through continuous monitoring and adaptive drug delivery. The position contributes to innovative, clinically relevant biomedical technology with translational potential. Further information Further information may be obtained from Alireza Dolatshahi-Pirouz (aldo@dtu.dk) or Jakob Bardram (jakba@dtu.dk). You can read more about DTU Health Tech at www.healthtech.dtu.dk. If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar, “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup“ Zoom seminar, for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

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Re-announcement: Two-year Postdoc position on Neuromorphic Bioelectronics for Brain-Computer Interfa...

The Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a 2-year Postdoctoral Researcher position. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new research project in neuromorphic bioelectronics for brain–computer interfaces (BCIs). We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to design and implement a CMOS-based digital neuromorphic processor for classifying hand-movement intentions from EEG recordings of patients with hand motor impairments caused by stroke. The position is part of the multidisciplinary research project NeuroMate, which focuses on the development of intelligent assistive technologies based on brain-inspired computing. The overarching goal of the project is to enable seamless human–machine interaction by interpreting brain activity (e.g., EEG signals) in real time using energy-efficient neuromorphic hardware. The successful candidate will work on the design and hardware realization of neuromorphic systems, bridging neuroscience and electronics. The project combines expertise in circuit design, machine learning, and neurotechnology, and aims to deliver innovative solutions for applications such as brain–computer interfaces, cognitive rehabilitation, and neural prosthetics. Further information For further information about the position, please contact Professor Farshad Moradi (moradi@sdu.dk / email), Head of the SDU Microelectronics section and Associate Professor Hooman Farkhani (farkhani@sdu.dk / email), Deputy Head of SDU Microelectronics. If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support. The position is open from May 2026, and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidate.

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Professor in Neurorehabilitation Engineering

The research group Neurorehabilitation Systems is seeking a professor with strong theoretical and practical expertise in neurorehabilitation engineering, focusing on neurotechnology development and clinical research. The qualified candidate must have a Master’s degree and a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering or bioengineering, with documented research expertise in neurorehabilitation technologies aimed at improving motor function. The candidate is expected to have expertise in relevant areas including functional electrical stimulation, assistive robotics, biofeedback, wearable technologies, and closed-loop systems. Additional expertise in the development, testing, and evaluation of neurorehabilitation technologies, and neuroplasticity research is essential. Healthy people and patient-based research in laboratory setups and clinical environments are particularly valued. The candidate must have experience with national and international collaboration, and interdisciplinary and intersectoral work. Experience in health-tech innovation is also desirable, and experience in preparing and leading large scale interdisciplinary initiatives in the field of neurorehab technologies (e.g., centers) is an advantage. The professor will be affiliated with the Neurorehabilitation Systems research group, which is a multidisciplinary group with focus on the development of methods and technologies for the restoration of lost sensory and motor functions in patients as well as the augmentation of such functions in healthy people. The research group includes people with expertise in functional electrical stimulation, assistive robotic devices, mechatronics, recording and processing of electrophysiological and biomechanical signals, closed-loop control systems, neurophysiology, computational neuroscience and biofeedback. The professor is expected to develop the research area in neurorehabilitation technologies, including attracting PhD students, postdocs, and permanent staff, as well as strengthening collaborations with clinical and research institutions nationally and internationally. The professor will be expected to contribute to teaching activities including lecturing, supervision, coordination, and planning of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) programs at bachelor and master levels, as well as Ph.D. and post-doc supervision and training. In particular, teaching at the Biomedical Engineering and Informatics bachelor and master program, the Clinical Science and Technology master program, and possibly other relevant bachelor and master's programs in the intersection between health-technology and health-science are expected. Group supervision and teaching of fundamental and applied biomedical engineering topics are part of the envisioned teaching duties. Applicants must document pedagogical skills and experience in teaching coordination, curriculum development and implementation. The educations are mainly taught in Danish but teaching and supervision in English is possible. If you cannot speak Danish, you will be expected to learn Danish, with support from the department, within the first few years of your employment, to be able to conduct teaching in Danish. Contacts Strahinja Dosen: sdosen@hst.aau.dk Louise Klem Skovgaard: +4599408567, lksk@adm.aau.dk

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Postdoc in Single-cell transcriptomics of the immune response in Parkinson’s disease

The Department of Biomedicine at Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as Postdoc in the field of Transcriptomic analysis of the immune response in Parkinson’s disease as per 1 July 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 1 year, with possibility to prolong that to up to 2 years more). The Department of Biomedicine prioritizes diversity and a good work environment, as this is a prerequisite for groundbreaking research. In a diverse and international research environment, dedicated employees are looking to generate new knowledge within biomedical research areas such as infection and inflammation, membranes, neuroscience and personalized medicine. The Department of Biomedicine provides research-based teaching of the highest quality and is responsible for a large part of the medical degree programme. Academic staff contribute to the teaching. English is the preferred language in the laboratory, at meetings and at seminars. The department employs approx. 500 people from all over the world, and they make use of the department's modern laboratory-, core- and animal facilities. The Department of Biomedicine focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration with business and industry, and numerous researchers from the department have established companies to develop new medicinal treatments founded in professional scientific basic research. You can read more about the department here and about the faculty here. PACE - Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center You will be also part of PACE, the newly established Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center, which is a translational research center focused on studies of Lewy body diseases. PACE consists of a close-knit community of world-leading research groups in basic and clinical Parkinson’s disease research, wherein a number of novel group leaders will be embedded. The center comprises research programs in clinical research and trials, longitudinal cohort building, multi-modal imaging, biobanks, epidemiology, neuropathology, wearables and biotech, experimental disease models including animal and cell models, and basic science programs in alpha-synuclein patho-mechanisms, neuroimmunology, and biomarker discovery. In two years, we expect to comprise 7-9 group leaders totaling 70+ researchers, students, and support staff. PACE is part of and collaborate closely with both Aarhus University, which is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top 100 universities, and Aarhus University Hospital, which in 2024 was elected Denmark’s best hospital for the 15th time. PACE’s mission is to take research in Parkinson’s disease to the highest level possible and to improve life for people with Parkinson’s disease or other neurodegenerative disorders. We focus on discovering and validating novel innovative tools, biomarkers and disease-modifying mechanisms, which within a 10-year time frame will be applied in clinical trials. You can read more about PACE here. You will report to the Professor Marina Romero-Ramos

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Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology

The Department of Psychology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a full-time position as tenure-track Assistant Professor. The position is a six-year tenure-track appointment with the prospect of promotion to a permanent position as Associate Professor. Job description We are seeking candidates who will contribute to the development of research and research-based teaching that bridges cognitive theory and practice in health-related contexts. Experience with clinical populations or translational research will be considered an advantage. The department also aims to strengthen and further develop a research environment in cognitive psychology with a particular focus on visual perception, including visual attention, working memory, and visual neuroscience. We therefore welcome applicants who are motivated to contribute to and help drive this research agenda in a collaborative research setting. The successful candidate will have access to the department’s research infrastructure, including facilities for EEG, eye-tracking, and computer-based behavioral testing. The candidate is expected to contribute to teaching cognitive, biological, and experimental psychology, as well as research methods, and to supervise bachelor’s and master’s theses. In addition to research and teaching, the position includes responsibilities related to attracting external research funding, engaging in knowledge exchange with society, and contributing to administrative tasks at the department. The main place of employment and teaching will be at Campus Odense, with occasional teaching or administrative tasks at Campus Esbjerg. As collaboration across courses and campuses is central to our educational programs, applicants should be willing to coordinate teaching activities with both existing and new staff members. The successful candidate is required to complete the Lecturer Training Programme during the period of employment. International applicants are expected to learn Danish during the first years of their employment. The University of Southern Denmark offers Danish language courses to support this. The position is expected to commence in late autumn 2026. Contacts: If you have any questions about the position, please contact: Rikke Holm Bramsen, Head of Department, email: rholmb@health.sdu.dk , tel. +45 65 50 72 51 Prof. Søren Krogh Andersen, Head of the Unit for Health and Cognitive Psychology, email: skandersen@health.sdu.dk , tel. +45 24 98 41 01

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Postdoc in Influence of environmental toxins in Parkinson’s Disease pathology

The Department of Biomedicine at Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for one or more Postdoc positions in the field of Environmental toxicants in Parkinson’s disease as per 1 August 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 1 year with the possibility of extension up to 3 years. The department of Biomedicine prioritises diversity and a good work environment, as this is a prerequisite for groundbreaking research. In a diverse and international research environment, dedicated employees are looking to generate new knowledge within biomedical research areas such as infection and inflammation, membranes, neuroscience and personalised medicine. The Department of Biomedicine provides research-based teaching of the highest quality and is responsible for a large part of the medical degree programme. Academic staff contribute to the teaching. English is the preferred language in the laboratory, at meetings and at seminars. The department employs approx. 500 people from all over the world, and they make use of the department's modern laboratory-, core- and animal facilities. The Department of Biomedicine focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration with business and industry, and numerous researchers from the department have established companies to develop new medicinal treatments founded in professional scientific basic research. You can read more about the department here and about the faculty here. PACE - Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center You will be also part of PACE, the newly established Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center, which is a translational research center focused on studies of Lewy body diseases. PACE consists of a close-knit community of world-leading research groups in basic and clinical Parkinson’s disease research, wherein a number of novel group leaders will be embedded. The center comprises research programs in clinical research and trials, longitudinal cohort building, multi-modal imaging, biobanks, epidemiology, neuropathology, wearables and biotech, experimental disease models including animal and cell models, and basic science programs in alpha-synuclein patho-mechanisms, neuroimmunology, and biomarker discovery. In two years, we expect to comprise 7-9 group leaders totaling 70+ researchers, students, and support staff. PACE is part of and collaborate closely with both Aarhus University, which is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top 100 universities, and Aarhus University Hospital, which in 2024 was elected Denmark’s best hospital for the 15th time. PACE’s mission is to take research in Parkinson’s disease to the highest level possible and to improve life for people with Parkinson’s disease or other neurodegenerative disorders. We focus on discovering and validating novel innovative tools, biomarkers and disease-modifying mechanisms, which within a 10-year time frame will be applied in clinical trials. You can read more about PACE here. Questions about the position If you have any questions about the position, please contact Marina Romero-Ramos e-mail: mrr@biomed.au.dk or phone (+45 6020 2749). Your place of work will be the Department of Biomedicine, Skou Building, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. We expect to conduct interviews mid June.

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PhD Stipends/Integrated Stipends in Foundation Models for Neural Speech Tracking

The Department of Electronic Systems at The Technical Faculty of IT and Design invites applications for PhD stipends or integrated stipends in the field of Foundation Models for Neural Speech Tracking within the general study programme Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The PhD Stipends are open from August 1, 2026, or soon hereafter, and the integrated PhD stipends are open for appointments from September 1, 2026. In electronic engineering, Aalborg University is known worldwide for its high academic quality and societal impact. The Department of Electronic Systems employs more than 200 people, of which about 90 are PhD students, and about 40 % of all employees are internationals. In total, it has more than 600 students in its BSc and MSc programs, which are based on AAU's problem-based learning model. The department leverages its unique research infrastructure and lab facilities to conduct world-leading fundamental and applied research within communication, networks, control systems, AI, sound, cyber security, and robotics. The department plays an active role in transferring inventions and results into applications in close collaboration with industrial partners worldwide. You can read more about the department at www.es.aau.dk. Contacts Professor Jan Østergaard: jo@es.aau.dk Lisbeth Diinhoff: ld@adm.aau.dk

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Postdoc position in cryo-ET studies of regulatory neuronal synapses at the axon initial segment

The Nissen Laboratory at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, is inviting applications for a fully-funded postdoc position for 2 years, with a possible extension, to work on cryo-electron tomography studies of regulatory synapses at the axon initial segment of neurons. Contact information For further information, please contact: Professor Poul Nissen, email: pn@au.dk

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Postdoc position for 3 years in stem cell-based disease modelling of Parkinson’s disease

The Kirkeby research team is located at the The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine (reNEW) at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences of University of Copenhagen. Our group works with stem cell-based models to produce high-quality neuronal, glial, 3D and assembloid models. We use these to develop stem cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative disorders as well as to perform disease modelling of CNS diseases in vitro. Our work has a strong translational focus, and we build our research on decade-long experience in clinical translational from bringing the first European pluripotent stem cell therapy for Parkinson’s Disease into clinical trial. In our disease modelling projects, we work on Parkinson’s disease, Lewy Body dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and models of hypothalamic appetite regulation. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and highly international research environment. Our team at University of Copenhagen currently consists of around 20 team members representing 13 different nationalities. Our students and postdocs always work collaboratively together in teams towards common goals to ensure that no one is left to work alone on a project. Our labs are located in the Center for stem cell medicine (reNEW), placed in modernised research facilities and include state-of-the-art laboratories, pleasant office facilities and access to high-quality core facilities in transcriptomics, imaging, flow cytometry and proteomics. You can read more about the team here. Job description We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious postdoctoral candidate with a strong research background from the field of stem cell biology, neuroscience or similar. You will be part of a large interdisciplinary consortium project studying the effect of pesticides and environmental toxicants on the development of Parkinson’s Disease. As part of the consortium, you will interact closely with toxicologists, epidemiologists, clinicians and chemical analysts to identify links between environmental toxicants/pesticides and Parkinson’s Disease. You will as part of the consortium further gain unique access to meetings and close interactions with hundreds of prominent Parkinson’s researchers world-wide. This position offers a rare opportunity to work at the interface of stem cell biology, toxicology, neurodegeneration, and advanced data science, using state-of-the-art human stem cell models to uncover previously unrecognized environmental risk factors for Parkinson’s Disease. You will, in close collaboration with a PhD student, investigate the effects of the toxicants in a physiologically relevant stem cell model of co-cultured neuronal and glial cells relevant to Parkinson’s Disease. You will find As the postdoctoral fellow, you will: Drive hypothesis formulation, method development, and experimental design of the project based on literature and input from consorium partners Lead a systematic in vitro screening of environmental toxicants on human stem cell-derived neuronal and glial cells using high-content imaging and dopamine sniffer cells. Co-supervise and collaborate daily with a PhD student working on complementary aspects of the project. Work with consortium partners to translate findings from epidemiologists and toxicologists into mechanistic testing in vitro. Engage with an enthusiastic, collaborative team of stem cell biologists, neuroscientists, and bioinformaticians working on parallel disease modeling efforts. The technologies you will apply are: Culturing and subtype-specific differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells into neurons, astrocytes and microglia Assessment of neuronal subtypes in the dish through qRT-PCR and immunocytochemistry Scaling up of stem cell cultures to high-throughput multiwell format for automated analysis High-throughput screening of pesticides and toxicants in the dish for assessment of pathology Assessment of neuronal function and neuronal network activity in complex mixed neuronal cultures through multi-electrode array (MEA) analysis, calcium imaging, analysis of neurotransmitter release and automated immunofluorescence imaging Performing single cell RNA sequencing (Parse platform) and working with bioinformaticians on analysing the data Key criteria for the assessment of the applicants The following requirements for the candidate will be assessed as key criteria for the recruitment. Mandatory requirements: Master’s degree related to the subject area of the project e.g. Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Human Biology, Medicine or similar PhD degree in the field of stem cell biology, neuroscience, developmental neurobiology or neurodegenerative diseases Prior experience in stem cell-based disease modelling and/or in the field of neurodegenerative diseases Strong scientific productivity as demonstrated by publications Collaborative mindset with strong team spirit Fluency in English, written and spoken. Positively assessed criteria: Prior experience in neuronal, microglial and/or astrocyte differentiation Prior experience in high-throughput screening assays and high-content image analysis Prior experience in working with assessment of neuronal connectivity, synapse formation or neuronal function (i.e. electrophysiology or MEA) Prior experience in qRT-PCR, ICC, confocal imaging and automated image analysis Prior experience in CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing of hiPSCs and hESCs Prior experience in single cell RNAseq (wet lab and bioinformatic analysis) It is expected that you as the candidate will perform an independent research project with a high degree of autonomy in project planning, and that you positively embrace collaborations with other team members on your own project as well as the projects of your colleagues. Overall, it is expected that you contribute actively to a pleasant work environment within the group. A strong academic track record with a productive publication list and positive reviews from previous supervisors, collaborators or mentors will also weigh strongly in the assessment. Contact information For questions about the project and group, please contact the principal supervisor: Associate Professor Agnete Kirkeby, Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine e-mail: agnete.kirkeby@sund.ku.dk phone: +45 5168 5353

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Postdoctoral position in experimental research on generative AI and learning processes (EEG, eye tra...

The Virtual Learning Lab at the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Copenhagen (UCPH), invites applications for a postdoctoral position in using generative AI for learning, starting 1 August 2026. The position is available for 2 years with the option of extension. Introduction The Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) investigates learning with emerging technologies such as generative AI and extended reality. We focus on how, when, why, and for whom these technologies support and are detrimental to learning, and we develop evidence-based knowledge to improve learning effectiveness, instructional design, and classroom integration. More information can be found here: Virtual Learning Lab – Department of Psychology - University of Copenhagen. The VLL is part of the SCOPE section at the Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen. This postdoctoral position is linked to the Carlsberg Foundation funded project Generative AI in Education: From Offloading to Cognitive Understanding in Schools (FOCUS). The postdoc will contribute primarily to Work Package 1, which comprises a series of preregistered randomized laboratory experiments testing how different forms of generative AI support influence learners’ cognitive and self-regulatory processes during structured learning tasks. The postdoc will use multimethod process measures (EEG, eye tracking, interaction logs, and physiological measures) to trace attention, working memory, metacognition, motivation, and human–AI regulation during learning, generating evidence that informs subsequent classroom studies in FOCUS. Contact information We kindly encourage you to consult our website, where most questions regarding the recruitment process as well as the academic content are answered. See: Recruitment process – University of Copenhagen. If you do not find the information you are looking for, you can contact the HR South at hr-soendre@adm.ku.dk. Please include the ID number 211-2412/26-2H #2. Additional information about the position can be obtained from Guido Makransky, email: gm@psy.ku.dk.

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Data analyst for large international collaborative project on menopause and mental health

SDU are looking for a data analyst – for example a biostatistician or epidemiologist with strong quantitative skills – to join the Research Unit for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark, starting from August 2026 or later. The position is a 3-year full-time position and part of a large Wellcome Trust–funded international research project. Do you enjoy working with large health datasets and advanced statistical analyses? Would you like to apply your analytical expertise in a research project focused on women’s mental health across the menopausal transition? Then you might be the colleague we are looking for. This position suits both candidates who primarily enjoy data analysis and methodological work, as well as candidates with a research background who would like to remain engaged in scientific research and publications, but without necessarily pursuing a traditional academic career trajectory. A central part of the role is to help shape the analytical direction of the project. The successful candidate will work closely with the project investigators to develop and refine analytical strategies and will have the opportunity to contribute methodological ideas that strengthen the scientific rigour of the project. We therefore welcome applicants who enjoy thinking critically about study design, statistical methods, and interpretation of complex health data. Contact If you would like more information about the position, you are welcome to contact Professor Trine Munk-Olsen, tmun@sdu.dk.

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PhD Position in Brain-on-Chip device development for studying neuronal development - DTU Bioengineer...

If you are passionate about neural development and would like to leverage human pluripotent stem cell technology, nano and microfabrication, and 3D printing to develop Brain-on-Chip models to study neurodegenerative diseases and neural development, this is a position for you at DTU Bioengineering in the Bioanalytics group of Jenny Emnéus. About the position Brain disorders (BDs) have become one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, with an estimated one‑third to one‑half of all Europeans experiencing a BD at some point in their lifetime. Despite the large number of affected patient groups—ranging from neurodevelopmental (NDevD) to psychiatric disorders—there are currently no cures or disease‑modifying treatments available. As a result, BDs represent a major societal challenge and impose a substantial economic burden on Europe and the global community. This PhD position is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action Doctoral Network (MCSA-DN) VISI-ON-BRAIN (Cutting-edge human in vitro and in sIlico biomedical tools on brain disorders), which aims to use state-of-the-art micro/nano fabrication, 3D bioprinting, and human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC) technology to develop Brain-On-Chip devices for modelling neurodegenerative diseases and neural development to improve our understanding of the underlying causes and potential find a cure. Further information Further information may be obtained from Prof. Jenny Emnéus (jemn@dtu.dk) and Assoc. Prof. Arto Heiskanen (arhe@dtu.dk) You can read more about DTU Bioengineering at www.bioengineering.dtu.dk If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

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PhD position for 3 years in stem cell-based disease modelling of Parkinson’s disease

The Kirkeby research team is located at the The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine (reNEW) at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences of University of Copenhagen. Our group works with stem cell-based models to produce high-quality neuronal, glial, 3D and assembloid models. We use these to develop stem cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative disorders as well as to perform disease modelling of CNS diseases in vitro. Our work has a strong translational focus, and we build our research on decade-long experience in clinical translational from bringing the first European pluripotent stem cell therapy for Parkinson’s Disease into clinical trial. In our disease modelling projects, we work on Parkinson’s disease, Lewy Body dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and models of hypothalamic appetite regulation. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and highly international research environment. Our team at University of Copenhagen currently consists of around 20 team members representing 13 different nationalities. Our students and postdocs always work collaboratively together in teams towards common goals to ensure that no one is left to work alone on a project. Our labs are located in the Center for stem cell medicine (reNEW), placed in modernised research facilities and include state-of-the-art laboratories, pleasant office facilities and access to high-quality core facilities in transcriptomics, imaging, flow cytometry and proteomics. You can read more about the team here. Job description We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious PhD candidate with a strong educational background from the field of stem cell biology, neuroscience or similar. You will be part of a large interdisciplinary consortium project studying the effect of pesticides and environmental toxicants on the development of Parkinson’s Disease. As part of the consortium, you will interact closely with toxicologists, epidemiologists, clinicians and chemical analysts to identify links between environmental toxicants/pesticides and Parkinson’s Disease. You will as part of the consortium further gain unique access to meetings and close interactions with hundreds of prominent Parkinson’s researchers world-wide. This position offers a rare opportunity to work at the interface of stem cell biology, toxicology, neurodegeneration, and advanced data science, using state-of-the-art human stem cell models to uncover previously unrecognized environmental risk factors for Parkinson’s Disease. You will, in close collaboration with a postdoc, investigate the effects of the toxicants in a physiologically relevant stem cell model of co-cultured neuronal and glial cells relevant to Parkinson’s Disease. You will find yourself working in a highly collaborative environment, closely engaged with other team members who are also working on in vitro stem cell models. Contact information For questions about the project and group, please contact the principal supervisor: Associate Professor Agnete Kirkeby, Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine e-mail: agnete.kirkeby@sund.ku.dk phone: +45 5168 5353

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Academic Technical Assistant for Behavioral and Neurobehavioral Testing, Department of Molecular Med...

The Department of Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for a full-time Academic Technical Assistant in the Phenotyping Core of the newly established Danish Center for Mouse Transgenics and Advanced Phenotyping (DCM-TAP). The position is available from September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is offered for an initial period of 3 years. About DCM-TAP DCM-TAP is a newly established open-access research infrastructure at SDU, integrating state-of-the-art mouse transgenics, advanced phenotyping, and microsurgery. The center is located at the new SUND campus, directly connected to Odense University Hospital, providing a unique environment for translational biomedical research. The Phenotyping Core focuses on advanced behavioral, neurological, metabolic, and physiological phenotyping of mouse models and supports researchers from SDU, other universities, hospitals, and industry. Contact information For further information about the position, please contact: Professor Kate Lykke Lambertsen Director, Phenotyping Core, DCM-TAP Department of Molecular Medicine, SDU Email: klambertsen@health.sdu.dk

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