Section for Pathobiology
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen



We are looking for a researcher with experience in veterinary pathological anatomy, particularly in relation to notifiable infectious diseases of livestock for the veterinary pathology service of the DK-VET Consortium (Patologivagten), University of Copenhagen, Frederiksberg.
Patologivagten performs necropsies and other diagnostic examinations of wildlife, domestic animals, and zoo animals.

The position as researcher is a full-time, fixed-term appointment (4 years) starting 1 May 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Read more about the Patologivagten at www.patologivagten.dk and www.vildtsundhed.dk.

The primary responsibilities of the researcher include:

• Participation in the daily operations of Patologivagten, including tasks related to BSL2 and BSL3 necropsy facilities, diagnostic histopathology, diagnostic examinations and reporting, record keeping, and advising partners and clients.
• Participation in research-based public sector consultancy related to surveillance and control of livestock diseases, and in activities connected to the Danish veterinary contingency plan, including dissemination of research results to authorities, industry, and the public.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge across a broad scientific field, analysing scientific issues, and communicating results based on a sound scientific foundation.
• Training of junior colleagues and internal knowledge sharing within the group.
• Research activities within veterinary pathology, including initiation and execution of projects and preparation of scientific publications.
• Research-based teaching and dissemination, including preparation of scientific and popular science publications.
• Participation in academic assessment committees and professional evaluations.
• participation in formal pedagogical training programme for researchers

Assessment of applicants will consider their level of documented, internationally competitive research, relevant qualifications and experiences. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory.

Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. The six criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding and leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates. Furthermore, each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Please read more at https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnskabelige-stillinger/dokumenter-til-meritering/5a_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Assistant_professors.pdf .

Required qualifications and experience are:

• Documented research qualifications within veterinary pathology, including a PhD degree and relevant publication record.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comprehensive experience in diagnostic and research pathology (applicants with experience in relevant animal species are preferred, particularly Scandinavian wildlife and companion animals).
• Solid experience with the diagnostics of notifiable animal diseases, including associated research activities.
• Experience working in BSL2 and BSL3 necropsy facilities.
• Experience in research-based public sector consultancy.
• Experience with surveillance and diagnostics of notifiable livestock diseases, including practical experience with necropsy and sample collection during suspicion cases.
• As the position involves close collaboration with national veterinary authorities, high level in written and spoken Danish and English is required, also applicants must hold a Danish veterinary authorization.

Each candidate will be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Further information on the Department can be found on the webpage: https://ivh.ku.dk/english/.

Inquiries about the position can be made to Associate Professor Anne Sofie Hammer, phone: +45 2380 7692 or E-mail: hammer@sund.ku.dk

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
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• If available, description and documentation of teaching and supervision experience and qualifications - please describe and document:
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 15 December 2025, 23:59 CET.

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/.