Assistant Professor – ERLER Group – BRICThe Erler lab at BRIC is seeking a highly motivated and innovative researcher at the Assistant Professor level for a 1-year position commencing on 1 January ****.
Research FocusWe focus on understanding how cancer spreads through the body – metastasis – which is responsible for most cancer patient deaths.
Our interdisciplinary approach addresses clinically relevant questions with a strong focus on teamwork, diversity, and inclusion.
Your JobThe assistant professor should be highly skilled at cloning and cell biology, with a strong track record in researching the extracellular matrix in cancer and experience in RNA biology.
ResponsibilitiesResearch, including publication and academic dissemination duties
Research-based teaching, including mentoring and supervision of PhD students and others, as well as teaching master's and undergraduate courses
Sharing knowledge with society
Participation in a formal pedagogical training programme for assistant professors
Contribute to common activities at BRIC and at Faculty level
ProfileSix overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen: research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding, and leadership.
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Essential Experience and SkillsPhD in molecular biology or biochemistry
Prior experience in ECM regulation of metastasis
Prior experience in RNA biology
Place of EmploymentBiotech Research and Innovation Centre, University of Copenhagen –
Terms of EmploymentAverage weekly working hours: 37 hours
Fixed-term position limited to 1 year, starting 1 January ****
Monthly salary starts at 40,700 DKK (approx. 5,500 EUR, April **** level).
A supplement may be negotiated based on qualifications.
Pension contribution: employer pays an additional *****% to your pension fund
Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions if they have not lived in Denmark for the last 10 years
Application ProcedureMotivated letter of application (max. one page)
CV including education, work/research experience, language skills and other relevant skills
A certified signed copy of your PhD certificate and Master of Science certificate
List of publicationsTeaching portfolio (if applicable)
Deadline for Applications17 November ****, 23:59 CET.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
ContactProfessor Janine Erler –
The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
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