Assistant Professor of Brain Metabolism in Neurodegenerative Disorders

2 weeks ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Aarhus Universitet Full time
About the Position

Aarhus University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the field of Brain Metabolism in Neurodegenerative Disorders at the Department of Biomedicine.

We are seeking a highly qualified candidate with a strong research background in neuroscience and cellular biology, with extensive knowledge of human iPSC models and experimental work.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of the department through research of high international quality, teach students at Bachelor's and Master's level, and work closely with Danish and international colleagues.

Main Responsibilities

  • Independent research of high international quality, including publication.
  • Teaching, guidance, and examination of Bachelor's and Master's degree students, as well as possibly supervision of PhD students.
  • Contribution towards attracting external research funding.
  • Develop novel iPSC models of cell-type specific interactions in Alzheimer's disease.
  • Establish advanced methods for metabolic and functional characterization of iPSC-derived models of the aging human brain.
  • Apply multi-omics approaches to the characterization of neurodegenerative disease-associated phenotypes in cell models and patient specimens.

About the Department

The Department of Biomedicine at Aarhus University prioritizes diversity and a good work environment, as this is a prerequisite for groundbreaking research.

The department employs approx. 500 people from all over the world, and they make use of the department's modern laboratory-, core- and animal facilities.

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.



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