Lab technician in neurobiology

Neurobiologi; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 335,000 - 513,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Research infrastructure

Interdisciplinary environment

Open discussion culture

Networking opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Aarhus University in Aarhus is seeking a skilled lab technician for neurobiology. The position is permanent from January 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

You will culture primary rat neurons, maintain reagents, antibody libraries, stock solutions and routine assays, and assist with cloning. The role includes lab management, purchasing and invoicing, in collaboration with other lab members.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary neuron cultures, cloning, biochemistry, genetics.
• Lab management skills.
• English and Danish language skills.

Responsibilities

• Culture primary rat neurons and maintain reagents, antibody libraries, stock solutions and routine assays in biochemistry and cloning.
• Work primarily with neuron cultures and brain tissues.
• Involved in lab management, purchasing, invoicing and the use of other university admin systems.
• Collaborate closely with lab members.

Skills

Neuron cultures

Cloning

Biochemistry

Genetics

Lab management

Job description

Department of Molecular Biology & Genetics at Aarhus University is looking for a skilled lab technician for neurobiology. We need a new colleague from January 1st, 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Expected start date and duration of employment

This is a permanent position from January 1st, 2027 or as soon possible.

Job description

• You will be responsible for culturing primary rat neurons, maintaining the lab supply, reagents, antibody libraries, stock solutions, and routine assays in biochemistry, and cloning
• You will be working primarily with neuron cultures and brain tissues
• You will be involved in lab management, purchasing, invoicing and the use of other university admin systems
• These activities will be in close collaboration with lab members

Your profile

• Experience in primary neuron cultures, cloning, biochemistry, genetics
• Lab management skills
• Communication and/or language skills in English and Danish
• Personal skills

Who we are

Visit the Sun lab's website to learn more about the lab: https://www.synaptic-logistics-lab.com/

What we offer

The department/centre offers:

• a well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories and access to shared equipment
• an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators
• a work environment encouraging lively, open and critical discussion
• a work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities
• a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance

Place of work and area of employment

The place of work is at Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with affiliated institutions.

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Assoc. Professor, Chao Sun, [e-mail]

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than October 12th, 2026.

Formalities and salary range

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Union of Commercial and Clerical Employees in Denmark/State (HK/Stat) for clerical staff, laboratory technicians and IT employees and the joint collective agreement concluded between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Organisations of Public Employees - Denmark - Danish State Sector (the OAO-S joint collective agreement).

You will be employed as a Lab technician in salary group 2-6 depending on seniority and qualifications.

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.

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