The National Centre for Register-based Research (NCRR) and Research Center for Health Literacy and Equity (REACH), Department of Public Health at Faculty of Health Sciences at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor in the field of register-based psychiatric and social inequality epidemiology as per 1 December 2026. The position is a fixed-term position for 36 months with a dedication of 37 hours/week divided between NCRR (80%) and REACH (20%).
The Department of Public Health is a research-intensive environment dedicated to advancing both fundamental scientific knowledge and applied solutions to major public health challenges. Our research spans theoretical, basic, and applied sciences, with the shared ambition of generating impactful knowledge and improving population health. Academic excellence is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to conducting rigorous and innovative research and delivering high-quality teaching. The department is responsible for teaching within public health, sport science, health science, nursing science, and related methodological disciplines, as well as a substantial part of the teaching in the medical degree programme.
While firmly rooted in our respective disciplines, we actively foster interdisciplinary collaboration to advance innovation and excellence in both research and education. We are equally committed to cultivating a healthy, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture characterized by open dialogue, mutual respect, and an informal atmosphere. We believe that academic excellence and personal well-being are mutually reinforcing and essential to long-term success.
As an Assistant Professor of register-based psychiatric and social inequality epidemiology, you are expected to conduct research at a high international level and to develop an independent academic profile through both individual scholarship and collaboration with colleagues. You are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and supervision and bring collaborative skills, and intellectual curiosity. You are eager to engage in the academic community at Aarhus University and contribute to strengthening the department's national and international profile. We also value academic citizenship. This includes active participation in collegial collaboration, mentoring, and the social and professional life of the department. We therefore expect you to be an engaged and visible member of the department's daily academic environment.
You will report to the Head of NCRR Bjarni Jóhann Vilhjálmsson.
Shortlisting will be used.
In order to be assessed as qualified for an Assistant Professor position, you must meet these academic criteria.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Oleguer Plana Ripoll (opr@ph.au.dk).
Your primary place of work will be at NCRR, the Department of Public Health, Bartholins Allé 2, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark, and one day a week at REACH, Dalgas Avenue 4, DK-8000 Aarhus C.
Your application must include the following:
We refer to the faculty's Guidelines for applicants. Aarhus University's ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.
Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including assistance with relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about the International Staff Office and the range of services here. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University's recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Oleguer Plana-Ripoll Professor, Department of Public Health – National Centre for Register-based Research opr@ph.au.dk
Health Administrative Centre – Health HR +4593521835 he.hr@au.dk
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Deadline: Monday 12 Oct 2026 at 23:59 CEST
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