Assistant Professor: Fly Genetics, Metabolism & Behavior

KU - SCIENCE BIO - BRIC; København; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Copenhagen invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Genetics and Physiology. The position is based in the Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, with duties including research, publication, and teaching in genetics and physiology.

Start date 01.01.2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The candidate should have a PhD in Biology, experience with Drosophila and genetics, and a strong background in metabolism and behavior.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology is required.
• Experience with the Drosophila model and genetics is essential.
• Background in metabolism and behavior is advantageous.
• Strong motivation and scientific skills are essential.
• Ability to attract external funding is advantageous.
• Teaching qualifications are not mandatory but teaching/supervision experience is considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and publish findings in genetics and physiology.
• Contribute to teaching and supervision with examinations.
• Collaborate with the Andersen-Colombani group on the TNFR signaling project.

Skills

Drosophila model

Genetics

Metabolism

Behavior

Scientific communication

Research leadership

Education

PhD in Biology

Job description

University of Copenhagen invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Genetics and Physiology. The position is based in the Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, with duties including research, publication, and teaching in genetics and physiology.

Start date 01.01.2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The candidate should have a PhD in Biology, experience with Drosophila and genetics, and a strong background in metabolism and behavior.