Summary
Aarhus University, Department of Biomedicine, Faculty of Health, invites applications for a Postdoctoral position in developmental neuroscience. This is a fixed-term, full-time position for 24 months, starting on 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The department is committed to diversity and a supportive work environment, fostering groundbreaking research in various biomedical areas, including neuroscience.
Designation
Postdoc in Neuroscience
Research Area
Developmental Neuroscience. The research project will investigate the role of neuropeptide signals on developmental limbic circuit maturation using mouse models.
Location
Department of Biomedicine, Hoegh-Guldbergsgade 10, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification
- Academic qualifications at PhD level, for example within neuroscience.
- Good interpersonal skills, inclusive, and team-oriented.
- Fluent in oral and written English.
- Ability to meet formal requirements for academic appointments at Aarhus University.
Job Description
Your Job Responsibilities
The position is primarily research-based but may involve teaching assignments. You will contribute to the department’s development through high-quality international research.
- Independent research of high international quality, including publication.
- Conducting stereotaxic surgery with neonatal mice.
- Conducting whole-cell patch clamp recordings.
- In vivo imaging using calcium and neuropeptide sensors.
- Conducting behavioural tests.
- Conducting histology (inc. IHC and RNAscope).
- Participation in laboratory meetings, journal clubs, department retreats, and PROMEMO/DANDRITE events.
- Contributing to teaching activities (Neuroscience course, summer school, laboratory-based supervision).
- Writing grant applications.
Research Project Approaches
The research project will utilize a combination of methods:
- Mouse developmental genetics.
- Cell-type-specific viral tracing.
- Ex vivo electrophysiology.
- Opto/chemogenetics.
- In vivo imaging.
- Single-nucleus RNA sequencing (snRNA-seq).
- Behavioural profiling.
Terms of Employment
- Appointment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.
- The appointment is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne).
- The yearly base salary for a full-time postdoc is between DKK 493,394.35 and DKK 585,322.48, depending on years of working experience after achieving an MSc degree. This includes a position-related supplement and pension (18.07%).
- Additional supplements for special qualifications can be negotiated.
- Researchers recruited from abroad may be eligible for a special researcher tax scheme with a lower tax rate.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system. Your application must include the following:
- Motivated application.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Diploma.
- Template for applicant – postdoc.
- A list of publications.
- A teaching portfolio (refer to Guideline on the use of teaching portfolios).
- A maximum of five of the publications of greatest relevance to the job (optional).
- Research plan (optional).
- Coauthor statement(s) (optional).
- References/recommendations can be uploaded separately in the e-recruitment system (optional).
Refer to the faculty’s Guidelines for applicants.
International Applicants
Aarhus University offers extensive services for international researchers and their families, including relocation assistance and career counselling for expat partners. More information can be found at the International Staff Office. The university also has a Junior Researcher Association and career development support.
Last Date for Apply
Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 23:59 CEST
