Postdoc positions in Nuclear RNA Biology

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Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Aarhus Universitet Full time

Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics - RNA Biology and Innovation

Postdoc positions in Nuclear RNA Biology

Deadline 1 Apr 2025, 23:59 CEST

Expected start 1 Jun 2025

Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics - RNA Biology and Innovation, Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C

Fixed term full-time position 1 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2027 ID: 17260

We are seeking applicants for postdoc positions in 'Mammalian Nuclear RNA Production and Turnover Systems' to join us at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics in the research team of Torben Heick Jensen.

Job description

We are looking for applicants with interests in the biogenesis and turnover of nuclear RNA and its relationship to gene expression regulation in mammalian cells. Applied methods range from cell biological over biochemical to molecular biology and bioinformatics approaches. Collaborations with structural biologists are possible.

Your profile

Applicants should hold a PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics or related fields. Applicants should be self-driven, motivated and capable of planning and conducting independent research while being willing to collaborate in an international and interdisciplinary team. Good communication skills in written and spoken English are essential, and applicants should have a strong publication record with clear contributions as first author.

What we offer
  • Access to a well-equipped research infrastructure.
  • A research climate inviting lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research.
  • A working environment with teamwork, close working relations, network activities among young scientists and social activities.
  • A workplace characterized by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.
Place of work and area of employment

The place of work is Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments.

Contact information

For further information, please contact:
Professor Torben Heick Jensen, thj@mbg.au.dk, phone +45 60202705

Application procedure

Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications, the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed, a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants.

Letter of reference

If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee's contact information when you submit your application. We recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee's contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline.

Formalities and salary range

Natural Sciences refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans, and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Guidelines for applicants can be found here.

Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.

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.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University's recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.

Questions about the position?

Torben Heick Jensen
Professor, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics - RNA Biology and Innovation
+45 60202705
thj@mbg.au.dk

Deadline: Tuesday 1 Apr 2025 at 23:59 CEST

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