The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (IKV) invites applications for a highly motivated and academically ambitious Assistant Professor in Veterinary Cardiology to commence on 1 July 2026 or after agreement.
About the Department The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences covers strong and internationally recognized research areas in clinical veterinary sciences. Based on these, we aim to establish a new standard for cross-disciplinary research, education, and innovation in animal health and disease, and to be among Denmark's top public workplaces. Our research group supports teaching in a manner and quality that secures continued national and international benchmarking. Our department's culture is typical of the Scandinavian region: characterized by a flat organizational structure, transparency, mutual respect, and a strong tradition of collaborative exchange of ideas and resources.
Information on the department can be found at:
About the department – University of Copenhagen.
Our Research Veterinary Cardiology is part of the Section for Diagnostic Imaging, Companion Animal Surgery, and Clinical Specialties, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences.
The Veterinary Clinical Cardiology group is a group of highly dedicated and enthusiastic veterinary cardiology researchers and clinicians. It comprises a national specialist, an associate professor, a teaching assisting professor, and a cardiology clinician.
Our research focuses on clinical and comparative aspects of veterinary cardiology, including disease phenotyping, advanced echocardiography, cardiac screening programs, translational cardiology (HCM in cats), and myxomatous mitral valve disease.
We collaborate actively with national and international partners in veterinary and comparative cardiology and are in the process of establishing a European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology) residency program.
Clinical activities are anchored at the University Hospital for Companion Animals, a high-volume referral center serving primary and secondary cardiology cases. The cardiology service is equipped with state-of-the-art echocardiography systems (including 3D and strain imaging), Holter monitoring, and facilities for interventional procedures.
We provide primary care and referral services, continuous professional education seminars for fellow veterinarians in primary practice and contribute to an international postgraduate master’s program within Companion Animal Clinical Sciences (
www.cacs.ku.dk).
Your Job You will support research, teaching, and clinical service development in veterinary cardiology.
Your tasks will include:
- Conducting research, including publishing and disseminating findings.
- Research-based teaching of veterinary students and postgraduate master’s students in veterinary cardiology, as well as supervising bachelor’s and veterinary thesis projects.
- Contributing to the clinical cardiology service at the University Hospitals for Companion Animals.
- Participating in the development and future supervision of residents in veterinary cardiology.
- Sharing knowledge with society and veterinary practitioners.
- Participating in pedagogical training for assistant professors.
- Administrative duties related to teaching, research, and clinical service.
Assessment Criteria Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. These criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organizational contribution, external funding, and leadership) provide a framework for assessing candidates. Find information about each criterion here:
https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/criteria-for-recognising-merit.
Profile We seek a candidate with a strong academic track record and commitment to excellence in veterinary cardiology research, clinical cardiology and education on both graduate and post graduate level. The ideal applicant possesses.
Essential Skills and Experience - PhD degree or equivalent in a field relevant to veterinary cardiology. DipECVIM (Cardiology) or DACVIM [Cardiology] an advantage.
- Demonstrated research experience within veterinary cardiology.
- Documented teaching experience at undergraduate or postgraduate levels.
- DVM degree and authorization to practice veterinary medicine in Denmark, or hold a veterinary degree, which allows for a Danish Veterinary License within six months after accepting the job offer.
- Advanced clinical competencies in veterinary cardiology.
- Advanced clinical expertise in diagnostic and interventional cardiology.
- Experience and interest in veterinary clinical screening programs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
- Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in teams.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Desirable Skills and Experience - If not proficient in Danish, a willingness to learn during employment.
Diversity and International Applicants The University of Copenhagen is committed to fostering diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of personal background.
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Terms of employment The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week. The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 4 years.
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Questions For further information about the post, please get in contact with Associate Professor Jakob Willesen, Research group Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging and Cardiology, Section for Diagnostic Imaging, Surgery, and Clinical Specialties, on tel. +45 40223993 or e-mail
jw@sund.ku.dk.
Application procedure Your application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
- Motivated letter of application (Max. one page)
- Curriculum Vitae (including education, work/research experience, language skills, and other skills relevant to the position).
- Diplomas – all relevant certificates.
- List of up to 10 selected publications
- Teaching portfolio (If applicable)
The applicant will be contacted if the assessment committee requires further documentation.
Deadline for Applications: Sunday 12 April 2026, 23:59 GMT +2. Applications received after the deadline or those failing to meet the requirements will not be considered.
The further process After the application deadline expires, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed, each applicant can comment on the part of the assessment that relates to themselves.
You can read about the recruitment process at
http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/ The applicant will be assessed in accordance with Ministerial Order No. 242 of March 13, 2012, regarding the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.