Department of Molecular Medicine at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is seeking a highly motivated postdoc for a three-year position. The position is available from July 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter. The postdoc position is available in the group of Associate Professor Aida Solhøj Hansen, focusing on cellular signaling by extracellular vesicles in inflammation and cancer.

The successful candidate will investigate how extracellular vesicles promote inflammation in psoriasis with a particular focus on T-cell derived extracellular vesicles. The project is funded by the LEO Foundation.

You will lead a research project that focuses on understanding how extracellular vesicles from activated T cells promote inflammation, including investigating the cellular mechanism regulating their secretion. You will employ advanced techniques including spectral flow cytometry, nano flow cytometry, mass spectrometry, and RNA sequencing. The ideal candidate will have a background in molecular medicine or immunology. Experience with flow cytometry and animal models is a prerequisite, while basic understanding of extracellular vesicles will be an advantage. 

Research environment

Our research group is integrated in the Cancer Unit at the department. We collaborate closely with research groups from the Inflammation Unit and Odense University Hospital, as well as with international groups. The integration of basic, translational and clinical research provides unique opportunities to translate findings into clinical practice through local collaborations. You will be part of a supportive, dynamic and ambitious research environment with a strong scientific and social network for postdoctoral fellows and good mentoring opportunities. Furthermore, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities (Core facilities). 

We value teamwork, dedication, enthusiasm for inflammation research and the drive to adopt new skills and techniques.

What we need

• A high level of motivation and interest
• A PhD in Biomedicine, Immunology, or a related field
• Expertise in flow cytometry and cellular biology
• Experience with in vivo mouse models
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and writing abilities in English

We offer

• A three-year postdoc position in an international and supportive research environment.
• An exciting multidisciplinary research network, leveraging the unique collaboration between the university and hospital to foster innovative, interdisciplinary research that bridges basic science and clinical practice.
• Training in state-of-the-art technologies and data analysis as well as research management and networking.
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.
• A supportive scientific and social network for students and postdocs
• An open team with flexible work organization and support of individual career development.
• A competitive salary and social benefits (e.g. health coverage, parental leave, social security etc).

Further information

Associate Professor Aida Solhøj Hansen, Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Southern Denmark, telephone: +45 28114984, e-mail: aidah@health.sdu.dk.

Application deadline

May 15, 2025, at 23.59 hrs. CEST.

Appointment, salary etc.

Appointment as a postdoc is for three years. Employment stops automatically at the end of the period. 

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement on salaried postdoc between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary. 

Application

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link “Apply now” - see below.

We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.

Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.

The application must include (as PDF files) (please note that the application (the motivation letter) and CV must not exceed 10 MB in total):

• A motivation letter describing your research interests, qualifications (including a brief description of your PhD), and motivation for applying the project in this call (max one page).
• A CV including personal contact information, education, work/research experience and relevant skills.
• A list of publications and manuscripts
• Degree certificates (inclusive of Ph.D.-diploma)
• Up to 3 scientific peer-reviewed publications considered by the candidate as most important for this position. Please note that a copy of each publication must be attached as a pdf file. It is permitted to merge copies of the selected publications into a single PDF file.

Please note that all the above-mentioned information must be included in the application. Incomplete applications will not be assessed.

If you experience technical problems, you must contact hcm-support@sdu.dk.   

Applications may be shortlisted. 

Living and working in Denmark

Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training  as part of the employment. 

The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who are considering applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.