Professor & Director, Pioneer Centre for SMARTbiomed

Aarhus University (AU); Aarhus; On-site; DKK 1,100,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University in Aarhus, Denmark invites applications for a prestigious Professor and Director role at SMARTbiomed. You will shape the centre’s scientific direction and lead cross-site collaboration to translate research into health impacts.

The position is based at the Department of Public Health and requires a track record of leadership and external funding success. We seek an internationally recognized scholar who can cultivate a diverse, inclusive environment, attract talent, and advance

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in academic leadership and research management.
• Outstanding research track record and knowledge of relevant methods, tools and international best practice.
• Ability to inspire, communicate clearly and navigate complex challenges with a constructive, solution-oriented approach.
• Proven ability to attract significant external funding and develop ambitious research initiatives and collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Shape the scientific vision and set the overall agenda for SMARTbiomed, translating the vision into a clear programme.
• Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including foundations, universities and strategic partners.
• Foster collaboration, inclusion and shared purpose across SMARTbiomed.
• Lead development and strategic management of SMARTbiomed and fulfil commitments to funders and partners.
• Drive expansion of the centre’s research portfolio and funding base, supporting researchers in ambitious agendas.
• Build visibility of SMARTbiomed with the academic community and funders to enable societal impact.

Skills

Academic leadership

Research leadership

Visionary leadership

Resource management

Funding partnerships

Job description

Aarhus University in Aarhus, Denmark invites applications for a prestigious Professor and Director role at SMARTbiomed. You will shape the centre’s scientific direction and lead cross-site collaboration to translate research into health impacts.

The position is based at the Department of Public Health and requires a track record of leadership and external funding success. We seek an internationally recognized scholar who can cultivate a diverse, inclusive environment, attract talent, and advance