Assistant Professor in Drosophila transposon regulation

RNA-biologi og -innovation; Denmark; On-site; DKK 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University in Denmark invites applications for a 17-month Assistant Professor position in Drosophila transposon regulation. You will coordinate experimental work in the group of Associate Professor Peter Ebert Andersen and help drive discovery in germline genome regulation.

Responsibilities include planning experiments with Drosophila, analyzing data, and contributing to publications and research funding applications. Strong English communication and collaboration are required.

Qualifications

• PhD in gene regulation and germline biology with a strong publication record.
• Experience using Drosophila as a model organism.
• Proven ability to collaborate internationally and publish work.
• Strong written and spoken English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform experimental work in transposon and germline regulation.
• Analyze data generated by the group and integrate insights.
• Contribute to writing research papers and grant applications.

Skills

Drosophila model

Germline biology

Scientific writing

International collaboration

English communication

Education

PhD in gene regulation and germline biology

Tools

Genomics library prep

Molecular biology techniques

Data analysis

Job description

Assistant Professor in Drosophila transposon regulation

Applications is invited for a fixed-term 17-month-assistant professor position in the field of transposon and germline genome regulation at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, Denmark.

Expected start date and duration of employment

This is a 17-month fixed-term position expected to start on 15 January 2027 with projected end on June 14, 2028.

Job description

As an assistant professor you will be coordinating and executing experimental and analytical research work in the group of Associate Professor Peter Ebert Andersen. You will be responsible for the daily coordination with other group members.

Your tasks will include:

• Planning and executing experimental work using Drosophila melanogaster and various genomics and proteomics methods
• Analysing data produced by yourself and other group members
• Contributing to the writing of research papers and research applications

Your profile

Applicants should hold a PhD in the area of gene regulation and germline biology with a proven track record for high-quality publications in the field.

The following academic and personal qualifications are particularly valued for this position:

• Experience in the use of Drosophila as a model organism
• In-depth knowledge of Drosophila germline development and gene regulation
• Expertise in a broad range of molecular biology techniques, including preparation of various genomics libraries
• Publication experience, ideally also as corresponding author (can be on preprints)
• A track record of international research collaborations
• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal)

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics

The Department is part of the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Aarhus University and comprises research within the areas of Plant Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, RNA Biology & Innovation, Protein Science, Bioinformatics & Computational Biology (BiRC), and Molecular Health. The department currently has 142 full-time scientific staff and 85 PhD students. The department is responsible for the education Molecular Biology and Molecular Medicine with a yearly uptake of 90 students. Please refer to http://mbg.au.dk/ for further information about The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics and to https://nat.au.dk/ and http://www.au.dk/ for information about the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Aarhus University, respectively.

We offer

We offer flexible working conditions with respect for work–life balance. You will have the freedom to define a set of your own tasks within the framework of the position.

We strongly support your personal development, e.g. through courses and conference participation.

You will be part of a highly collegial research and education environment with an informal atmosphere, where PhD students, postdocs, and faculty collaborate closely.

Place of work

The place of work is Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is the Department of Molecular Biology & Genetics, Aarhus University and related departments.

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Associate Professor Peter Ebert Andersen, [e-mail]

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than 20 November 2026.

Formalities and salary range

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions at basic salary steps 4-8.

Om Aarhus Universitet

Aarhus Universitet er et fagligt bredt og forskningsintensivt universitet med høj kvalitet i uddannelse og forskning, og et stærkt engagement i samfundsudviklingen nationalt og globalt. Universitetet tilbyder et inspirerende uddannelses- og forskningsmiljø for 37.500 studerende og 9.000 medarbejdere med en årlig omsætning på 8,9 mia. kr. Læs mere på www.au.dk