Assistant Professor – ERLER Group – BRIC
The 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 2026.
Research Focus
We 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 Job
The 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.
Responsibilities
* Research, 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
Profile
Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen: research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding, and leadership. For information about each criterion, visit https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/criteria-for-recognising-merit.
Essential Experience and Skills
* PhD in molecular biology or biochemistry
* Prior experience in ECM regulation of metastasis
* Prior experience in RNA biology
Place of Employment
Biotech Research and Innovation Centre, University of Copenhagen – https://www.bric.ku.dk
Terms of Employment
* Average weekly working hours: 37 hours
* Fixed-term position limited to 1 year, starting 1 January 2026
* Monthly salary starts at 40,700 DKK (approx. 5,500 EUR, April 2025 level). A supplement may be negotiated based on qualifications.
* Pension contribution: employer pays an additional 18.07% 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 Procedure
* Motivated 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 Applications
17 November 2025, 23:59 CET. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Contact
Professor Janine Erler – Janine.erler@bric.ku.dk
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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