At the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology, one or more positions as Assistant Professor in molecular biology, cellular biology, or genetics are open for appointment from March 1. 2027, or soon thereafter.

The employment will be for a 3-years period.

About the Department of Health Science and Technology

The Department of Health Science and Technology (HST) at Aalborg University is an interdisciplinary research and teaching environment where engineering, medicine and health sciences come together to improve people's lives.

Our research spans biomedical engineering, medicine, neuroscience, rehabilitation, digital health, robotics, sports science, physiotherapy and public health. Working closely with hospitals, industry and public-sector partners, we develop knowledge and technologies that address major health challenges and contribute to better healthcare for society.

As part of the Faculty of Medicine, HST contributes to advancing research and education within digital health through close collaboration between clinicians, engineers and health professionals. We offer an ambitious international research environment with excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, external partnerships and access to state-of-the-art research facilities.

The department is home to approximately 180 academic staff members, around 100 PhD fellows and more than 1,700 students across bachelor's, master's and postgraduate programmes.

At HST, you will join a collaborative community where curiosity, innovation and knowledge sharing are valued. Guided by our values – Share. Care. Dare. – we work together to create research and education that make a meaningful difference to people's lives.

Learn more about the department on our web page, and our researchers and divisions in our research portal.

Job description:
The successful candidate will join the Department of Health Science and Technology and contribute to research within biomedical sciences related to human health and disease.

We welcome applicants with a strong research profile in one or more of the following areas:

• Molecular biology
• Cell biology
• Genetics and genomics
• Molecular mechanisms of disease
• Gene regulation and cellular signalling
• Experimental biomedical sciences
• Translational biomedical research

Applicants should have experience with laboratory-based research and wet-lab methodologies relevant to the study of human physiology, pathophysiology, and disease mechanisms. The successful candidate is expected to establish and develop a research profile that complements and strengthens the existing activities within the department while contributing to interdisciplinary collaborations across health science, medicine, and biomedical research.

Teaching responsibilities:
The position includes teaching and supervision primarily within the Bachelor's and Master's programmes in Medicine and Medicine with Industrial Specialisation (MedIS). The position is 50% teaching and 50% research time.

Teaching activities are expected to include:

• Case-based teaching within biomedical and medical sciences at the bachelor's level.
• Supervision of student projects, particularly on the 4th semester bachelor, where students conduct experimental laboratory-based projects in the wet laboratories.
• Teaching, supervision, and examination within courses related to molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, physiology, pathophysiology, and related biomedical disciplines.
• Contributing to the continued development of teaching activities within Aalborg University's problem-based learning (PBL) framework.

As most teaching activities at the bachelor's level are conducted in Danish, proficiency in Danish is considered an advantage, but not a requirement.

Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Biomedicine, Molecular Medicine, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field.

The ideal candidate will:

• Engage actively in teaching, supervision, and curriculum development.
• Conduct research of high international quality.
• Contribute to the development of the Biomedicine section's research activities.
• Participate in collaborative research and contribute to applications for external funding.
• Contribute to a stimulating and collaborative academic environment.

For more information or questions Vice head of department, Trine Fink: at HST-viceinstitutleder-udd@hst.aau.dk.

The following criteria will apply:
To achieve merit at assistant professor level, we expect that the candidate has qualifications corresponding to an acquired Ph.D. degree.

We expect that the candidate:

• has published in peer-reviewed journals as the first author of the publication
• has experience with applying for external funding for projects, equipment, travel costs, etc., possibly as main applicant (PI) or co-applicant (co-PI). This will be an advantage
• is able to conduct teaching, exams, and quality assurance, either independently or under supervision of a senior colleague
• has experience with presentation of science, e.g., at conferences or in other relevant forums
• has experience with sharing knowledge through an open science practice. This will be an advantage
• can work both independently and contribute positively to the teamwork in a research group
• is able to conduct teaching and supervision in English or Danish. If the primary language is not Danish, the candidate is expected to learn Danish within the first few years of the employment
• will be able to contribute to teaching within the department’s bachelor and master programs

The following material must be submitted with the application:

• A motivated text describing the reasons for applying for the position
• A curriculum vitae
• Copies of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and Ph.D.), pedagogical education, and continuing education (e.g., within research management). On request, you may be asked for an official English translation
• References/recommendations
• A presentation of your research area or interests and a description of your research plans for the position
• A complete list of publications must be attached and a description of the work that you find most relevant
• An overview of your teaching experiences and a description of your most relevant contributions
• An overview of your knowledge dissemination activities and a description of your most relevant contributions

Please submit your application online by clicking the "Apply" button below.

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.   

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website. 

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position. 

Aalborg University has a policy of parallel language use. International staff are encouraged, with support from the university, to learn Danish during their employment in order to support their integration into the workplace and Danish society.

Danish language courses will be offered as part of the employment.

Living and working in Denmark
Healthcare without the paperwork. Once you are registered in Denmark, you will be fully covered by Danish health care. Health care is generally free, however, dental care for adults, as well as some medication are partly self-paid. For further information please visit Life in Denmark.

Family-friendly by design. Public schools are free, partly subsidised childcare is available from an early age, parents enjoy shared parental leave and as an AAU employee you receive up to three consecutively paid child’s sick days. A healthy work-life balance is the norm, not the exception. Find information on schools and childcare through Aalborg Municipality and Life in Denmark.

Attractive tax and employment terms. Researchers recruited for postdoctoral or professor positions from abroad, with no former Danish tax liability, can take advantage of the Danish researcher taxation scheme: a flat 27 % tax plus 8% labour market contribution (32.84% in total) for up to seven years. See how the scheme works at AAU and the Danish Tax Agency. Employment follows a collective agreement with employer-paid pension and five weeks of paid holidays.

Relocation support. For more information on relocation to and living in Denmark, please contact our International Staff Unit (ISU). ISU applies for work- and residence permits for non-EU staff and offers assistance and guidance with registration with the Danish authorities, taxation, pension, accommodation, spouse support and childcare options, and other mobility matters.

Read more on why Denmark could be the best thing for you (and your career) – at State of Denmark.com.

Further information 
Read more about our recruitment process here  

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here. 

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace. 

Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Furthermore, your terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities.

You can find information about the salary and salary structure for the position in the Salary Overview for Recruitment - Scientific positions (VIP). Please refer to the introductory section of the page and the section entitled “Assistant professor”.

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.

Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.