Postdoc in RNA function and gene regulation

1000scholars; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent research infrastructure

International collaboration

Job summary

Aarhus University, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus, Denmark, invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position focused on RNA and its role in regulating cellular pathways relevant for metabolic processes.

Start February 1 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter, with potential for extension. The project involves RNA, protein interactions and epigenetics, in a highly collaborative, international environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a PhD degree in a relevant area and expertise with working with RNA and high throughput methods.
• Applicant should have a high-quality publication record and excellent language (English) skills.

Responsibilities

• You will work with RNA, protein-interactions and epigenetics using multiple methods, including high-throughput approaches.
• You will collaborate with researchers at the institute and internationally and have independence in shaping the project during the 2-year term.

Skills

RNA biology

High-throughput methods

Education

PhD degree in a relevant area

Job description

The laboratory of Ulf Vang Ørom is inviting applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Aarhus University.

The position will focus on RNA and its role in regulating cellular pathways relevant for metabolic processes.

Expected start date and duration of employment

This is a 2–year position from February 1 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter with possibility for extension of the employment.

Job description

You will be working using several methods to study RNA, protein-interactions and epigenetics, often including high through-put methods. The project focuses on novel aspects linking RNA, metabolism and epigenetics, and allows for active involvement in shaping the project within its duration. You will be working with a high degree of independence and in collaboration with other researchers at the institute and internationally.

Your profile

Applicants should have a PhD degree in a relevant area and expertise with working with RNA and high through-put methods.

Applicant should have a high-quality publication record and excellent language (English) skills.

Who we are

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics (https://mbg.au.dk/en/) hosts researchers in the areas of RNA and protein biology, bioinformatics and nutrition, as well as plant research, giving great opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations.

What we offer

• a well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories and access to shared equipment
• an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators
• a research climate encouraging lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research
• 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 Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments.

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Ulf Vang Ørom, PhD, [phone]

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than 30 November 2026.

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

We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity.

Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners.

Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU.

At the Faculty of Natural Science at Aarhus University, we strive to support our scientific staff in their career development. We focus on competency development and career clarification and want to make your opportunities transparent. On our website, you can find information on all types of scientific positions, as well as the entry criteria we use when assessing candidates.