Group Leader: Live-Cell Parkinson’s Neuroscience

Aarhus University; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 5,224,000 - 20,896,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University invites applications for a full-time Associate Professor (Group Leader) in live-cell in vitro modelling of Parkinson’s disease at the PACE Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center. The position is a 5-year fixed-term with possible extension and located in Aarhus, Denmark.

The successful candidate will build a collaborative program on live-cell functional studies of α-synuclein aggregation in cell models, interact with clinical teams, and pursue external funding.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead an independent research program with external funding.
• Proficiency in in vitro neuroscience using human iPSC-derived neurons and glia or rodent models.
• Experience with advanced imaging and omics data-driven approaches.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a high-impact research group in live-cell modelling of synucleinopathies.
• Conduct internationally competitive research and publish in top journals.
• Teach and supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s students and develop new teaching activities.
• Secure external funding and strengthen collaborations with clinical teams.

Skills

live-cell imaging

α-synuclein aggregation

iPSC-derived neurons

neuroscience techniques

Education

PhD in Neuroscience

Tools

Lattice Lightsheet SIM

genetically encoded sensors

4D imaging

Job description

Aarhus University invites applications for a full-time Associate Professor (Group Leader) in live-cell in vitro modelling of Parkinson’s disease at the PACE Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center. The position is a 5-year fixed-term with possible extension and located in Aarhus, Denmark.

The successful candidate will build a collaborative program on live-cell functional studies of α-synuclein aggregation in cell models, interact with clinical teams, and pursue external funding.