Assistant Professor in Protein chemistry in the Ploug Group at the Finsen Laboratory, BRIC Full-time

Assistant Professor Position

Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences

University of Copenhagen and Rigshospitalet

We seek a highly motivated and independent scientist to support our efforts in studying protein interactions relevant for human physiology and disease. Our current research focus concerns proteins involved in intravascular lipid metabolism. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining our biophysical equipment, supervising younger researchers, and conducting high quality research within intravascular triglyceride metabolism.

Start: Preferably October 2026 or after agreement

Duration: Three years

Your job

Your task would be to perform state-of-the-art science within intravascular lipolysis with a focus on protein chemical characterization of key components of the system. You will also be responsible for maintaining of instruments such as HPLC, nano-DSF, mass photometer, CD etc. We seek a person with strong collaborative skills, who will guide and develop other projects in the group.

The assistant professor's responsibilities will primarily consist of:

• research, including publication/academic dissemination duties
• research-based teaching
• sharing knowledge with society
• participation in formal pedagogical training programme for assistant professors

Profile

General criteria apply to the appointment of Assistant professor at the University of Copenhagen. The criteria (research, teaching, Innovation & societal impact, organisational contribution and leadership) are considered as a framework for an overall assessment of the applicant. In addition, each applicant will be assessed according to the specific requirements listed in this advertisement.

Qualifications

We expect you to be a highly motivated and highly ambitious scientist with the following qualifications:

• A PhD in Life Science preferably with 2-3 year post-doctoral experience.

•You have experience in teaching and training bachelor or master students

• Documented experience in producing high quality recombinant proteins in various heterologous host systems.

• Documented experience in using biophysical tools such as: surface plasmon resonance, nano-DSF, CD, HDX-MS, and/or single-molecule mass photometry.

• Proven ability to envision, plan and execute a research project

•You have disseminated your science in national and international meetings

• Good organizational skills and flexibility

• Excellent English skills written and spoken

Place of employment

The employment is at The Finsen Laboratory, BRIC, University of Copenhagen. The Finsen Laboratory is located in the Copenhagen Biocenter. The Finsen Laboratory houses 6 research groups, each headed by a group leader. Currently we are approximately 70 staff members, including students and interns. We work in close collaboration with the research groups at BRIC, University of Copenhagen.

Terms of salary and employment

Salary, pension and terms of employment will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement concerning Academics in the state sector concluded between the Danish Ministry of Finance and Akademikerne (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Salary level is based on seniority.

The position is full-time (37 hours/week).

Application

Your application must be submitted electronically by clicking the link on the page. The application must include the following documents/attachments.

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page).

2. CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position.

3. A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate.

4. List of publications.

5. 2 letters of recommendation. To be taken into consideration, the letter must be signed by the supporting person on paper with institutional letter head and in PDF-format.

Application deadline: 1 July 2026, 23.59 (CET)

The further process

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, 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 has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.

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

The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.

The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.