Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences University of Copenhagen
We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic postdoc for a 3-year position, to commence September 1st or shortly thereafter. The position is funded by the Lundbeck Foundation and focuses on the structure and molecular interaction of tight junctions and viral glycoproteins. The successful candidate will join the Prentø group at the Department of Biomedical Sciences.
The Prentø group studies membrane protein organization and host–pathogen interactions with a strong emphasis on structural biology in native-like environments. We focus on how membrane proteins assemble into higher-order complexes and how these architectures regulate biological function.
Our work combines biochemistry, membrane reconstitution, and structural biology, including lipid nanodiscs and cryo-electron microscopy, to resolve protein structures in physiologically relevant contexts.
This project focuses on using nanodisc-reconstituted claudins to study their interactions with viruses in vitro. A central aspect of the work will be the application of nanobodies to stabilize specific claudin conformations and claudin–virus complexes, facilitating detailed biochemical and structural characterization.
Your tasks will include:
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:
Desirable experience and skills:
The place of employment is at the Department of Biomedical Sciences, Panum Institute, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and core facilities.
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week. The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 3 years. The starting date is 1st September 2026.
Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 39,700 DKK/approx. 5,313 EUR (April 2026 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18.07 % to your pension fund.
Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.
The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2025.
For further information please contact Associate Professor Jannick Prentø by email.
Application procedure: Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking 'Apply now' below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
Deadline for applications: 26 May 2026, 23.59pm CET
The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities. Interviews are expected to be held end June or start July.
The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
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