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We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic Assistant professor in Veterinary Anaesthesiology from 1 October 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is fixed term for 4 years.

About the Department

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences covers strong and internationally recognized research areas in clinical veterinary sciences. Based on these, we want to set a new standard for cross-disciplinary research, education and innovation within animal health and disease and be among the best public workplaces in Denmark. Our research supports teaching in a manner and quality securing continued national and international bench marking. The culture of the department is typical Scandinavian: a flat structure with a tradition for close collaboration where all employees are expecting openness, mutual respect, and sharing of ideas, resources and competences.

Information on the department can be found at: About the department – University of Copenhagen

Our Research
The veterinary anaesthesiology research unit is focused on optimizing anaesthetic protocols, advancing pain management strategies, and ensuring perioperative patient safety. Our group is part of the Section for Clinical Practice and Diagnostics in Companion Animals and the section includes faculty, diplomates, residents, and senior clinicians. Our anaesthesia service provides a strong platform for research and clinical teaching in veterinary anaesthesiology. The service works closely with all the University Hospital for Companion Animals' services, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.

Your Job
You will support research, teaching, and clinical service development in veterinary anaesthesiology.

You will be part of the anesthesiology teams at the University Hospitals for Companion Animals (English – University of Copenhagen) and Large Animals respectively (English – University of Copenhagen), with approximately 25% of your time dedicated to teaching and clinical service in Large Animal anaesthesia (mainly equine).

Your tasks will include:

  • Conducting research, including publishing and disseminating findings.
  • Research-based teaching of veterinary students and postgraduate master’s students in veterinary anaesthesiology as well as supervising bachelor and veterinary thesis projects.
  • Training residents in veterinary anaesthesiology.
  • Contributing to the clinical anaesthesia service at the University Hospitals for Companion Animals and Large Animals.
  • Sharing knowledge with society and veterinary practitioners.
  • Participating in pedagogical training for assistant professors.
  • Administrative duties related to teaching, research, and clinical service.
Profile
We are looking for a PHD and/or board certified diplomate in veterinary anestesiology with a growing anestesiology research profile and the desire to build, improve and expand on this research profile.

Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. These criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organizational contribution, external funding, and leadership) provide a framework for assessing candidates. Find information about each criterion here: https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/criteria-for-recognising-merit.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • PhD degree in a field relevant to veterinary anaesthesiology or equivalent qualifications (DECVAA or DACVAA).
  • Demonstrated research experience within veterinary anaesthesiology.
  • Documented teaching experience at undergraduate or postgraduate levels.
  • DVM degree and authorization to practice veterinary medicine in Denmark, or hold a veterinary degree, which allow for a Danish Veterinary License within six months after accepting the job offer - for more information follow this link.
  • Clinical expertise in veterinary anaesthesiology at an advanced level.
  • Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in teams.
  • Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English.
Desirable Skills and Experience

  • If not proficient in Danish, willingness to learn during employment.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

Questions
For further information about the post, please contact Associate Professor Lisbeth Rem Jessen, Section for Clinical Practice & Diagnostics on tel. +45 35330952 or e-mail lrmj@sund.ku.dk.

Foreign applicants may find the following links useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility) and www.workingconditions.ku.dk.

Application procedure
Your application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:

  1. Motivated letter of application (Max. one page)
  2. CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
  3. Diplomas – all relevant certificates. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do
  4. List of publications you wish to be considered in the assessment (max. 10)
  5. Teaching portfolio (If applicable)
Please note that the applicant will be contacted if the assessment committee requires further documentation.

The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.

Deadline for Applications: 6 July 2025, 23:59 GMT +2.

Applications received after the deadline or those failing to meet the requirements will not be considered.

The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.

You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/

The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.

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