We invite applicants for a postdoctoral fellowship in Mechanobiology and Active Matter.

Start date is (expected to be) 01 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project

Active matter comprises a wide range of living systems including cells, bacteria, and subcellular filaments, as well as artificial and synthetic materials that are continuously driven far from equilibrium by their constituent elements. Fundamental biological processes such as cell division, cell death, and the emergence of coordinated motion of cells are governed by the activation of biochemical signals by mechanical stresses and by the physics of active matter. This research project will use theoretical and data-driven investigation of collective cell organization with potential applications in the life sciences.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates with the knowledge on both theoretical and experimental active matter and mechanobiology.

The position consists of funding for two years with a possible extension for a third year. Further information on the Department is linked at http://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Amin Doostmohammadi .

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

Terms of employment

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.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae including complete publication list and contact information for two potential referees
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans (Max. 2 pages A4)

The deadline for applications is 15 May 2026, 23:59 GMT +1.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.