Tenure track Assistant Professor in Medical Protein Science

Aalborg University; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalborg University in Aalborg, Denmark, invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Medical Biotechnology with a focus on medical protein science. The appointee will establish an independent research group, secure external funding, and publish in international journals while contributing to teaching at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience.

The position offers a clear route to tenure, opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of advanced

Qualifications

• PhD required for tenure-track appointment.
• Demonstrated ability to run independent research
• Strong potential for international collaborations and funding
• Experience with teaching and supervising students
• Evidence of high-quality publications in relevant fields
• Ability to establish and lead a research group and develop facilities

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an independent research group.
• Secure external funding and manage research projects.
• Publish findings in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Develop national and international collaborations and participate in networks.
• Contribute to teaching, supervision, and curriculum development.
• Engage in strategic communication, outreach, and public-sector partnerships

Skills

Collaboration

Independence

Teaching

Research leadership

Funding acquisition

Publications

Interdisciplinary mindset

Student supervision

Education

PhD

Job description

Do you want to work with medical protein science? And do you see yourself as a team player who is strong in collaboration? If yes, we look forward to reading your application to our position as Tenure track Assistant Professor.

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, a position as Tenure Track Assistant Professor within the field of Medical Biotechnology with focus on medical protein science is open for appointment from 1 February 2027 or soon hereafter. Tenure track assistant professors are appointed for a period of six years with the prospect of performance-based promotion to a tenured position as Associate Professor.

The position is affiliated with the Section of Medical Biotechnology, with workplace in Aalborg, Denmark. Medical biotechnology is a highly interdisciplinary field that applies and develops biotechnological tools to improve the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and to advance our understanding of their underlying molecular mechanisms.

Your work tasks

Within the Section of Medical Biotechnology, our current research focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying ageing and age-related diseases, cardiovascular and neurological diseases, cancer and circulating tumour cells, obesity-related complications, and calcium signaling. We employ both in vitro and in vivo approaches, including cell and animal models, directed evolution of proteins, protein engineering, and biophysical characterization.

We are seeking an outstanding candidate who will strengthen and complement our research environment within the area of medical protein science. Particular emphasis will be placed on documented experience in protein expression, production, purification, and characterization using both in vitro and in vivo approaches. Relevant prioritized expertise includes but is not limited to: i) Protein purification using chromatographic techniques, including affinity, hydrophobic interaction, ion-exchange, and size-exclusion chromatography. ii) Functional characterization of proteins and protein-ligand interactions using techniques such as absorbance and fluorescence spectroscopy, fluorescence anisotropy, isothermal titration calorimetry, biolayer interferometry, and microscale thermophoresis.

Regarding research activities, you will be expected to establish and lead an independent research group, secure external research funding, and publish your findings in internationally recognized peer-reviewed journals. A key responsibility will be to strengthen and further develop the Department's laboratory facilities and research infrastructure in protein science, supporting both research excellence and educational activities. You are also expected to develop national and international research collaborations, contribute to interdisciplinary research initiatives, and participate in relevant academic networks.

As a member of the teaching team at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, you will contribute to teaching and course development, as well as supervise undergraduate and graduate students and student groups. You are furthermore expected to contribute to the continuous development of study programmes and teaching activities.

In addition, you will be expected to contribute to departmental activities such as strategic communication, student recruitment, outreach, and other tasks that support the department’s development and visibility. This may include participation in committees and working groups, support for quality assurance and accreditation activities, mentorship of junior colleagues, organization of scientific events, and engagement with external stakeholders, including industry and public-sector partners.

The Department of Chemistry and Bioscience offers highly qualified candidates an attractive career path through its tenure-track program. Tenure-track assistant professors are appointed with the possibility of promotion to a tenured Associate Professorship based on a positive evaluation of academic performance and academic citizenship. Assistant professors employed on tenure-track will participate in annual development and evaluation meetings with the Head of Department. A positive final evaluation will result in an offer of permanent employment as Associate Professor. The assessment will be based on the candidate's progress relative to the agreed tenure-track plan and an overall evaluation of achievements within research, teaching, external funding, collaboration, academic citizenship and leadership.

Your Competenties

• Applicants should have a relevant academic background within the research area.
• Have a strong interest in working in an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Conduct high-quality experimental research in medical biotechnology, both independently and in close collaboration with existing research groups within the department.
• Demonstrate international research potential and develop an independent academic profile that complements and strengthens the department’s existing research areas.
• Establish and develop collaborations with relevant research environments across Aalborg University and Aalborg University Hospital.
• Actively pursue competitive external research funding and contribute to the department’s overall research strategy and development.
• Contribute to high-quality scientific publications and dissemination of research results.
• Contribute to research-based teaching and supervision of student projects, including student-centered and project-based learning (PBL), which is an integral part of Aalborg University’s educational model

Qualification requirements

Applicants for a tenure track assistant professorship must have academic qualifications at PhD level.

When appointing tenure track assistant professors, Aalborg University also place particular emphasis on:

• The candidate can demonstrate a high degree of autonomy in their previous education and employment path
• The candidate shows considerable potential and is among the best in their field
• The candidate has academic experience from several universities and/or research institutions and preferably international experience
• The candidate is