Assistant Professor of Evolutionary and Computational Genomics
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
University of Copenhagen
We are looking for an assistant professor in evolutionary and computational genomics, ideally with a strong background in computer science and experience in development of methods for statistical inference. The position lasts for 2.5 years but could be extended, depending on availability of funding.
The assistant professor’s duties will include research, including obligations with regard to scientific communication and teaching with associated examination obligations within evolutionary and computational genomics, and related fields. It will also include performance of other duties, including scientific outreach and societal engagement.
Further information on the Department is linked at https://globe.ku.dk/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Anders J. Hansen.
The position is open from 1 April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
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.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Please include
- Curriculum vitae
- Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
- Short research/teaching/outreach plan – description of current and future plans for research, teaching and/or outreach (no more than 1 page)
- If available, description and documentation of teaching and supervision experience and qualifications- please describe and document in no more than 1 page:
- Experience with supervision of BSc and MSc students
- Teaching experience
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Interviews will be held in week 50.
Please refer to the following no. in future communication in this case: 211-0534/25-2A.
Please note in your application that you found the job at Jobindex
