Postdoc in Immunology and Physiology

The Department of Biomedicine at Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as Postdoc in the field of in Immunology and Physiology as per 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 4 years. The position is in a lab relocating from the United States to Denmark. The candidate should be prepared to spend an initial 3–6 months period in the lab at its current location in New York City. This temporary placement will provide an opportunity to receive hands-on training in the methods important for the research project.

The Department of Biomedicine prioritises diversity and a good work environment, as this is a prerequisite for groundbreaking research. In a diverse and international research environment, dedicated employees are looking to generate new knowledge within biomedical research areas such as infection and inflammation, membranes, neuroscience and personalised medicine. The Department of Biomedicine provides research-based teaching of the highest quality and is responsible for a large part of the medical degree programme. Academic staff contribute to the teaching. English is the preferred language in the laboratory, at meetings and at seminars. 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. The Department of Biomedicine focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration with business and industry, and numerous researchers from the department have established companies to develop new medicinal treatments founded in professional scientific basic research. You can read more about the department here.

About the research project

The lab explores how immune cell function is regulated by ion channels and transporters. These studies involve the identification and characterization of channels and transporters in T and B lymphocytes, investigation of the molecular mechanisms by which these ICTs control cell signaling, metabolism and gene expression, and determining their physiological roles in the context of immune responses to infection, in autoimmunity and antitumor immunity. Methods used in the lab include molecular and cell biology, transcriptomics, epigenomics and metabolomics, bioinformatics, immune fluorescence imaging, electrophysiology, and animal models of immunity in health and disease. The lab's research has consistently been published in leading scientific journals. The lab provides a supportive, stimulating, and scientifically rigorous environment, where scientists at all career levels can grow and develop their careers. 
 

Your job responsibilities

As Postdoc in Immunology and Physiology your position is primarily research-based but may also involve teaching assignments. You will contribute to the development of the department through research of high international quality. In your daily work, you will work closely with colleagues on your project, where you will receive supervision and guidance.

Your main tasks will consist of:

• Independent research of high international quality, including publication.
• Designing and performing experiments to investigate the function of novel ion channels and transporters in T and B cells.
• Investigating the mechanisms regulating immune metabolism, signaling, and gene expression
• Translating discoveries to infection and autoimmunity models.

You will report to the Principal Investigator of the lab.

Your competences

You have academic qualifications at PhD level, for example within the following areas in immunology, biochemistry or related field. You have strong skills in molecular and cell biology and a demonstrated interest in ion channels and immune signaling. Experience with murine models is considered an advantage.

As a person, you have good interpersonal skills, are inclusive and team-oriented and able to contribute to a good work environment. We expect you to be fluent in oral and written English.

In order to be assessed as qualified for a Postdoc position, you must meet these academic criteria.

Shortlisting will be used.

To be considered for the position, applicants must meet the formal requirements for academic appointments at Aarhus University and submit all required application materials by the deadline. Applications that are substantially incomplete will not proceed to further assessment.

Questions about the position

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Ebbe Bødtkjer tel.: (+45) 2487 0240.

Your place of work will be the Department of Biomedicine, Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 10, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.

We expect to conduct interviews in August and September.

Terms of employment

• Appointment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.
• Further information on the appointment procedure can be found in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
• The appointment is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne).
• Remuneration is in accordance with the above, and the Salary agreement catalogue for staff at Health.
• The yearly base salary for a fulltime postdoc is between DKK 493.394,35 and DKK 585.322,48 depending on the years of working experience after achieved MSc degree. The base salary includes a position related supplement and pension (18.07 %). Additional supplement(s) for special qualifications can be negotiated. Authorisation supplemement(s) will be granted, if relevant for the position. Your local eligible trade union representative at Aarhus University negotiates your salary on your behalf.
• Researchers recruited from abroad are offered a special researcher tax scheme with a lower tax rate.
• Further information on qualification requirements and job description can be found in the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff

Application

Your application must include the following:

• Motivated application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Diploma
• Template for applicant - postdoc
• A list of publications
• A teaching portfolio. We refer to Guideline on the use of teaching portfolios
• A maximum of five of the publications of greatest relevance to the job may be submitted (optional)
• Research plan can be uploaded (optional)
• Coauthor statement(s) can be uploaded (optional)
• References/recommendations can be uploaded separately in the e-recruitment system (optional)

We refer to the faculty’s Guidelines for applicants.

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.

International applicant?

Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including assistance with relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about the International Staff Office and the range of services here. Aarhus University also has a Junior Researcher Association and offers career development support. You can read more about these resources here.

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