Syddansk Universitet

Syddansk Universitet

Instruktor søges til Forfatningsret - Esbjerg

Esbjerg

Instruktor til Juridisk Institut, Esbjerg

Der søges en instruktor til varetagelse af øvelsestimer i faget Forfatningsret på dagstudiet i jura på Campus Esbjerg i efteråret 2026 og foråret 2027.

Øvelsestimerne begynder i uge 43 og er fordelt med 1 x 2 timer om ugen med 8 undervisningsgange i efteråret og 15 undervisningsgange i foråret, i alt 46 timer. Forberedelsesfaktoren er 2,5 svarende til en aflønning på 115 timer i alt. Hertil kommer retning af øvelsesopgaver og interne møder, hvilket honoreres særskilt.

Læringsmål, pensum mm. fremgår af kursusbeskrivelsen.

Nærmere oplysninger fås ved henvendelse til fagansvarlig Per Andersen (perand@sam.sdu.dk).

Ansøgningsfrist 1. august 2026.

Der forventes at blive afholdt samtaler medio august.

Ansættelse sker i henhold til reglerne i overenskomsten mellem Finansministeriet og Studenteransattes Landsforbund/Foreningen af Danske Lægestuderende for studenterundervisere ved universiteterne med tilhørende protokollat.

Du skal uploade to filer: Motiveret ansøgning samt CV inklusiv øvrigt materiale, der skal med i bedømmelsen.
Åbn linket "Ansøg nu", hvor du udfylder ansøgningsformularen samt uploader dine to filer.

Obligatorisk:
- Motiveret ansøgning
- CV (inklusiv eksamensbeviser og undervisningsportefølje)

Dokumenter bør ikke indeholde CPR-nummer - i så fald skal CPR-nummer overstreges.

Alle uploadede filer skal være i Adobe PDF-format.

Ansøgning og CV må max. fylde 10 Mb i alt.

Det er et krav, at du er indskrevet som studerende på SDU for at kunne komme i betragtning til stillingen.

Syddansk Universitet ønsker at afspejle det omgivende samfund og opfordrer derfor alle uanset personlig baggrund til at søge stillingen.

Indrykket:27/04/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 01/08/2026

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Juridisk Institut søger instruktorer til Kreditsikring

Esbjerg

Instruktorer til Juridisk Institut i faget Kreditsikring og civil tvangsfuldbyrdelse i Esbjerg

Et antal instruktorer søges til varetagelse af øvelsestimer i faget Kreditsikring og civil tvangsfuldbyrdelse, startende fra efteråret 2026.

Faget ligger på jurauddannelsens 5. og 6. semester. Det er en forudsætning for ansættelse, at faget er gennemført, og at ansøger kan varetage øvelsestimerne på begge semestre.

Øvelsestimerne afvikles ved tilstedeværelsesundervisning med 2 timer om ugen i 6 uger i efterårssemestret og 6 uger i forårssemestret (i alt 24 timer).

Instruktorundervisningen består i gennemgang af øvelsesopgaver, som de studerende har forberedt hjemmefra samt opsamling på spørgsmål i relation til forelæsningstimerne.

Stillingen omfatter desuden retning af en prøveeksamen for både heltidsstudiet og deltidsstudiet. Denne opgave honoreres særskilt.

Samtaler forventes at blive afholdt i uge 33.

Nærmere oplysninger fås ved henvendelse til Lektor Louise Damkjær Christensen ldi@sam.sdu.dk.

Ansættelse sker i henhold til reglerne i overenskomsten mellem Finansministeriet og Studenteransattes Landsforbund/Foreningen af Danske Lægestuderende for studenterundervisere ved universiteterne med tilhørende protokollat.

Du skal uploade to filer: Motiveret ansøgning samt CV inklusiv øvrigt materiale, der skal med i bedømmelsen.
Åbn linket "Ansøg nu", hvor du udfylder ansøgningsformularen samt uploader dine to filer.

Obligatorisk:
- Motiveret ansøgning
- CV (inklusiv eksamensbeviser og undervisningsportefølje)

Dokumenter bør ikke indeholde CPR-nummer - i så fald skal CPR-nummer overstreges.

Alle uploadede filer skal være i Adobe PDF-format.

Ansøgning og CV må max. fylde 10 Mb i alt.

Det er et krav, at du er indskrevet som studerende på SDU for at kunne komme i betragtning til stillingen.

Syddansk Universitet ønsker at afspejle det omgivende samfund og opfordrer derfor alle uanset personlig baggrund til at søge stillingen.

Indrykket:08/05/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 01/08/2026

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Projektleder til datadrevet udvikling til PMO i Strategisk Stab i SDU Uddannelse

Odense

Er du en erfaren projektleder med styr på værktøjskassen og solid erfaring i datadrevet udvikling og implementering? Motiveres du af at skabe løbende forbedringer gennem brug af data og analyse – og af at omsætte strategiske ambitioner til ny praksis i en stor og kompleks organisation? Så læs med her.

I SDU Uddannelse har vi sikker drift som fundament, samtidig med at vi driver strategiske indsatser, udviklings- og implementeringsprojekter og sikrer robuste løsninger med brugerne i fokus. Ambitionen er, at studerende og undervisere oplever en enkel, tydelig og tryg adgang til hjælp – baseret på fælles rammer og sammenhængende processer. Samtidig arbejder vi målrettet for, at uddannelsesadministrationen er gearet til et uddannelseslandskab i forandring med nye krav, systemer og behov for effektiv og professionel opgaveløsning.

Efter en omlægning af hele universitetets uddannelsesadministration pr. 1. januar 2026 er SDU Uddannelse blevet en markant større og mere samlet enhed i en ny fælles organisering.

På den baggrund har vi et tydeligt fokus på både stabil drift og fortsat konsolidering og udvikling af strukturer og samarbejder på tværs af organisationen.

Om stillingen i Projektkontoret (PMO)

Stillingen er placeret i Projektkontoret (PMO), et nyetableret team i Strategisk Stab i SDU Uddannelse. Du bliver en del af et fagligt stærkt team med tre projektledere og en daglig leder og arbejder tæt sammen med ledelsen og projektledere på tværs af SDU Uddannelse.

PMO’et er en tværgående, understøttende funktion, der har til opgave at sikre, at SDU Uddannelse er på forkant med de krav og rammer vi møder, og kan implementere de nødvendige løsninger der skal til for at opretholde en stabil og professionel drift. Vores arbejde tager afsæt i brugernes behov og fokuserer på sammenhængende, effektive processer, solidt datagrundlag og løbende forbedringer af den uddannelsesadministrative opgaveløsning.

PMO’et er etableret som en varig, tværgående funktion, der skal understøtte ledelsen og organisationen i at skabe overblik, sikre prioritering og omsætte strategiske beslutninger til konkrete tiltag i praksis. Samtidig skal PMO’et styrke den samlede projekt-, proces- og porteføljekapacitet og bidrage til den fortsatte konsolidering og langsigtede udvikling af SDU Uddannelse.

Din rolle

Som projektleder med erfaring i datadrevet udvikling får du en central rolle i at understøtte ledelsen med et solidt beslutningsgrundlag. Du bidrager til at udvikle og anvende data, KPI’er og effektmålinger, så prioriteringer, indsatser og projekter i SDU Uddannelse bygger på fælles oplyst indsigt og overblik.
Vi tilbyder en selvstændig stilling i et stærkt team, hvor du arbejder med strategisk vigtige projekter og får en central rolle i opbygningen af PMO’et og i den videre udvikling af SDU Uddannelse. Du bliver del af et engageret og fagligt stærkt miljø med stor organisatorisk betydning, bred kontaktflade og gode muligheder for både faglig og personlig udvikling.

Dine primære opgaver er, at

selvstændigt lede såvel store som små projekter, fx implementering af ændrede rammevilkår (udbud af specialpædagogisk støtte og reformer), strategiske indsatser, samt effektivisering og forbedring af uddannelsesadministrative processer
være primus motor for SDU Uddannelses udvikling af datadrevet ledelsesunderstøttelse; fx effektmåling, KPI’er og målstyring på tværs af projekter og indsatser
bidrage til udvikling og drift af porteføljeoverblik, ledelsesinformation og beslutningsgrundlag
planlægge og facilitere workshops og afklaringsprocesser
understøtte PMO’ets porteføljestyring og tværgående overblik over indsatser og projekter
bidrage til udvikling af fælles metoder og værktøjer inden for design, proces- og projektarbejde i PMO’et

Om dig

Vi forventer, at du

har stærke projektleder- og proceskompetencer og dokumenteret erfaring med at drive komplekse forandringsprojekter i en større organisation.
kan varetage projektledelse af afgrænsede udviklings- og implementeringsprojekter som led i PMO’ets samlede portefølje
har erfaring med datadrevet styring, KPI’er, effektvurdering og/eller ledelsesrapportering
kan omsætte komplekse datasæt til klare og anvendelige beslutningsoplæg
har arbejdet med facilitering af workshops og møder
er relationelt stærk og en god holdspiller
kan kommunikere sikkert og modtagerbevidst både på skrift og i tale, med et skarpt blik for budskab, detaljen, konteksten
kan tage initiativ og bringe dig selv og din faglighed relevant i spil
har en relevant lang videregående uddannelse

For at lykkedes i stillingen forventer vi, at du arbejder selvstændigt, er robust og kan trives i perioder med høj kompleksitet og opgavetryk.

Du bidrager aktivt til et tillidsfuldt og samarbejdsorienteret arbejdsfællesskab, og har mod på at udfordre eksisterende praksis på en respektfuld måde og skabe fremdrift gennem dialog og faglighed.

Om Strategisk Stab

I Strategisk Stab er vi 14 kompetente og engagerede kolleger med et stærkt kollegialt sammenhold præget af tværfaglig sparring og godt humør. Arbejdsopgaverne er udfordrende, og der er plads til både samarbejde og selvstændighed på et universitet i udvikling.

Området rummer gode faglige og personlige udviklingsmuligheder. Du vil indgå i mange spændende og lærerige samarbejder på tværs af fællesadministrationen og fakulteterne på SDU.

Vi er optaget af kvalitet i opgaveløsningen og gode arbejdsfællesskaber. Vi tror på at fleksibilitet i forhold til såvel opgavernes behov og den enkeltes behov giver de bedste forudsætninger for at trives og lykkes.

Om SDU Uddannelse

SDU Uddannelse er en central og forretningskritisk enhed ved Syddansk Universitet (SDU) med samarbejdsflader til fakulteterne, fællesadministrationen, Rektors Stab, ledelsen og eksterne myndigheder. Vi arbejder i krydsfeltet mellem regler, mål og drift og understøtter universitetets samlede uddannelsesadministration gennem tværgående løsninger, standardisering og udvikling.

Kontakt og ansøgning

Har du spørgsmål til stillingen, er du velkommen til at kontakte stabschef Trine Andersen på trian@sdu.dk eller tlf. 6550 1444 / 2178 0624 eller leder af team forretningsprocesser Maria Horn Vonsild på mcv@sdu.dk eller tlf. 6550 8917 / 2627 8843.

Ansøgningsfristen er den 31. maj 2026 kl. 23.59.59.

Vi forventer at holde 1. samtalerunde den 9. juni og 2. samtalerunde den 16. juni.

Jobstart den 1. august 2026.

Ansættelse finder sted i henhold til overenskomst mellem Finansministeriet og relevant overenskomst.

Ansøgning skal indeholde følgebrev, CV og eksamensbevis. Alle dokumenter i forbindelse med ansøgning bør ikke indeholde CPR-nummer – i så fald skal CPR-nummer overstreges.

Alle vedhæftede filer skal være i Adobe PDF format.

Syddansk Universitet ønsker at afspejle det omgivende samfund og opfordrer derfor alle uanset personlig baggrund til at søge stillingen.

Om SDU

Syddansk Universitet er sat i verden for skabe værdi for og med samfundet. Uanset om vores bidrag kommer i form af fremragende forskning, innovative løsninger, uddannelse eller læring, så skal vi gøre en positiv forskel for samfundet og bidrage til en bæredygtig fremtid. Det gør vi ved at dyrke talenter og skabe de bedste miljøer for forskning og læring. Det er derfor afgørende, at SDU fastholder, udvikler og rekrutterer talenter. Samtidig skal vi sikre konstant høj kvalitet i alle vores aktiviteter – det kan vi kun med de rette mennesker. Det er universitetets forskere, undervisere, studerende, ledere og teknisk-administrative personale, der udgør fundamentet for vores succes.

Indrykket:08/05/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 31/07/2026

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PhD Positions in Demonstration-Initialized Reinforcement Learning for Robotic Manipulation

Odense

SDU Robotics, part of the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for one or more 3-year PhD positions, where the candidate will work on manipulation of flexible objects using industrial robots via demonstration-initialized reinforcement learning. The starting date will be agreed with the successful candidate. The workplace is at SDU's main campus in Odense, Denmark, and the work is expected to be primarily onsite.

What we offer

An exciting opportunity to work at the cutting edge of robotics for real-world applications.
A collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages innovation and creativity.
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
Access to state-of-the-art technology and resources.

Project description
We are currently extending our team working on the MADE REACT project which focus on challenges within the design of robot solution for resilient high-mix low-volume manufacturing.

The aim of this PhD project is to enable fast setup of robot manipulators to complete advanced manufacturing tasks by the use of digital models. This should be accomplished using methods such as reinforcement learning that should be initialized with information from human demonstrations. The developed method should be applied to the manipulation of flexible objects based on both visual and tactile information. The candidate will be responsible for developing detailed simulation models of both robots, sensors, and components to be assembled. In addition, the candidate should develop robust manipulation strategies and implement these in a real robot system.

Profile and requirements
The candidate will participate in SDU Robotics’ comprehensive research and teaching activities within the area of robotics. The position requires a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master’s degree) within a relevant robotics area or a similar field. Applicants in the final semester of their master’s programme are also encouraged to apply.

The candidate is expected to have a profound knowledge on the majority of the following topics:

Robot control
Reinforcement learning
Simulation of robot dynamics
Deployment of learning-based solutions

Preferably, the candidate has experience with:

Signal processing
Experimental design and data analysis

In addition, the candidate should:

Demonstrate excellent written and spoken English.
Have high self-motivation to learn.
Be able to work well and communicate expert knowledge in an interdisciplinary team.
Have the ability of working independently.
Have a strong sense of responsibility.

Research environment
SDU Robotics is a unit within the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (SDU). We are a team of approximately 60 employees based in Odense. We actively work across traditional disciplinary boundaries to develop new technologies and scientific knowledge. Our research contributes to novel solutions with applications in industrial automation, lab automation, welfare, and healthcare. Furthermore, the unit has a long-standing tradition of collaboration with industrial partners.

We value teamwork, professional diligence, enthusiasm for robotics and the drive to adopt new skills and extended responsibilities. We offer an open, international working environment with flexible work organization and support for individual development.

We look forward to receiving your application and to supporting your growth as a researcher within the field of robotics.

Further information
Please visit us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sdu-robotics.

Further information about this position is available via email from Professor Henrik Gordon Petersen hgp@mmmi.sdu.dk or Professor Christoffer Sloth chsl@mmmi.sdu.dk.

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.

ODENSE
As the 3rd largest city in Denmark, Odense provides the perfect combination of a historic city center with an urban field yet a close proximity to beaches and recreational areas. Its location on the beautiful island of Funen is ideal with easy access by train or highway to the bigger cities of Aarhus and Copenhagen; direct trains can take you straight to Copenhagen airport in less than 2 hours. Since 1966 the city has been a university town, and strong collaborative ties are in place between the University of Southern Denmark and the many Danish and International corporations in the region. As the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, Denmark’s famous fairytale author, the city is home to a vibrant and creative population that hosts numerous festivals and markets throughout the year.

Application
Before applying the candidates are advised to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on how to apply.

The application deadline is June 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM/23:59 (CET/CEST)

Assessment of candidates is based on the application material, and the application must include:

Motivation letter stating your specific interest, motivation and qualifications for the position (max. 2 pages).
Detailed Curriculum Vitae including personal contact information.
Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates or equivalent, including transcripts of grades (original and an official English translation). Applicants in the final semester of their master’s programme are requested to submit transcripts from all completed semesters.
Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.
Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website.
An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish).
Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: An official written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.
List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).
References may be included, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the Faculty website.
A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding and may not be password protected.

SUBMISSION GUIDE: Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file).

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU. Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about the Assessment and selection process.

Conditions of employment
Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position, and the monthly gross salary incl. pension is 37.075 DKK. If you have relevant postgraduate experience, you may be placed on a higher salary step.

The workplace is at SDU's main campus in Odense, Denmark, and the work is expected to be primarily onsite.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment is contingent on enrollment approved by the PhD School. Enrollment will be in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order). Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state including the associated circular on the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for PhD fellows as described therein as well as the Protocol on PhD fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Further information about salary and conditions of employment. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

Indrykket:22/05/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 10/08/2026

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Associate professor in Occupational Science or User perspectives

Odense

The Research Unit of User Perspectives and Community-based Interventions, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, invites applications for a five year part-time (50%) position as associate professor in Occupational Science.

The position will run from November 2026 or by agreement.

The unit is one of seven research units at the Department of Public Health. The Unit includes two research groups: User Perspectives and Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy, respectively. The open position is within the research group of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy.

The research group of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy engage in research focusing on the relationships between human activity, the health of individuals/collectives, and communities in given socio-cultural contexts.

Among the core areas of research are studies focusing on

enabling engagement in activity related to health and human development;
the consequences that disease/illness, functional impairment and environmental barriers have for activity and participation;
development and evaluation of complex and activity-based interventions including environmental adaptation supporting people in their conduct of everyday life (work, home-care, school, leisure); dealing with health and illness use activity to create meaning in everyday life

Required qualifications

The successful candidate must hold an MSc, PhD, or equivalent in health sciences, must have proven relevant teaching and supervision experience and must have demonstrated scientific impact through publications. Applicants with research interests that complement the ongoing research within the department will be preferred. Furthermore, the candidate will be expected to have experience with:

Research management and implementation of research projects.
A track record of applying for and getting external project funding
Teaching at undergraduate and preferably also at graduate level in relation to health educations.
Administration of University based educations.
Module management of courses at undergraduate and graduate level.
The candidate must present a plan for the development of his/her own research in relation to Occupational Science & User Perspectives.

Furthermore, it will be expected that the candidate will be able to attract continuous external research funding to partially finance their own research as well as additional positions at the unit.

Position obligations
The successful applicant will contribute with own research within Occupational Sciences & Occupational Therapy.

This includes acquiring funding, conducting and communicating research with involvement in:

Research seminars, including receiving and providing feedback on e.g. manuscripts, oral presentations and posters
Possessing research competencies within the field
Developing and coordinating research activities within the field in collaboration with relevant research groups/units.

The successful candidate will be engaged in teaching, supervision and examination at several educations at the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level at the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Applicants with experience and dedication to teaching and supervising students will be preferred.

Further information

Further information can be obtained from Professor, head of Research Unit Birgitte Nørgaard (telephone +45 24222613, e-mail: binorgaard@health.sdu.dk) or Professor, Head of Research Group (Occupational sciences) Karen la Cour (telephone +45 21481044, e-mail: klacour@sdu.dk).

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). 

Application deadline

August 1, 2026, at 23.59 hrs. (CEST).

Salary and terms of employment
Appointment to the position will be in accordance with the salary agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.

Assessment
Shortlisting will be used as part of the initial selection process.

Assessment of shortlisted applications will be done under the existing Appointment Order for universities. Shortlisted applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. The committee may request additional information, and, if so, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the necessary material.

When the assessment committee has submitted its report, the applicants will receive part of the evaluation that concerns themselves.

References will be obtained for the preferred candidate from their current and previous employers. Applicants invited for interview should expect to complete a work-related personality assessment.

Application
Applications – including the required attachments – must be sent via the below-mentioned link “Apply online". Only online applications will be accepted. Attached files must be Adobe PDF or Word format. Each field in the application form can contain up to max. 10 Mb.

Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.

The application must contain (as pdf. - or docx.-files):

an application
a detailed CV
degree certificates (inclusive of PhD-diploma)
a complete and numbered list of publications up to 8 scientific peer-reviewed publications considered by the applicant to the most important for this position. Please notice that one pdf. - or docx. -file must be attached for each publication.
a teaching portfolio detailing the candidate’s prior teaching experience, teaching skills, and teaching philosophy
a research plan detailing the candidate’s ideas and plans for her/his future research work.

For technical issues, please contact: hcm-support@sdu.dk.
Incomplete applications with regard to the above-mentioned requirements will not be assessed.

Further particulars concerning the application - please see the link below.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Living and working in Denmark
Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment.

The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Indrykket:27/05/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 01/08/2026

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PhD Position in Engineering Self-assembling Peptide-based Biomaterials for Modulation of Macrophages

Odense

The Biotechnology section at the Department of Green Technology, Faculty of Engineering, University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a 3-year PhD position in immunomodulatory biomaterials starting September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, according to mutual agreement. The position is embedded within an ERC Starting Grant project DeCodeGels focused on De-Coding Adhesion, Degradation and Immunomodulation Properties of Self-Assembling Peptide Hydrogels for Programmed Tendon Regeneration (https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101219936).

Project description

This project aims to develop new injectable self-assembling peptides (SAPs) biomaterials that simultaneously: i) possess improved adhesion to local tissues in vivo, ii) exhibit controlled degradation matching the desired regeneration outcome, and iii) allow tissue regeneration by enabling controlled immune cells invasion and progression of inflammation from neighbouring tissues. Following injury, inflammation is the trigger of tissue repair, however, chronic inflammation is detrimental. The persistent inflammatory nature of tendinopathy contributes to localized tissue damage, often developing to a low-grade chronic inflammation with recurring tears. The main goal of this position is development of an innovative therapeutic strategy utilizing temporally modulating SAPs biomaterials to guide healthy regeneration of tendon tissues via modulation of macrophage response.

The successful candidate will work at the interface of:

Innate immunity with a strong focus on understanding biology of macrophage cells
Physical chemistry and biomedical engineering of self-assembling peptide biomaterials
Functional validation in in vitro stromal cells (tenocytes, fibroblasts, etc.), in lab-on-chip devices, and in ex vivo tissue models

Responsibilities

Design, evaluate and characterize new injectable self-assembling peptide biomaterials
Investigate biological pathways of macrophage polarization via functional assays (PCR, ELISAs, flow cytometry) and involvement in larger omics analysis (transcriptomics, proteomics and/or metabolomics)
Evaluate enzymatic degradation pathways of peptides and the biological role of their fragments in immune signalling (including mass spectrometry and functional assays)
Utilize advanced imaging techniques to analyse peptide-macrophage interactions (light and/or electron based)
Contributing to B.Sc./M.Sc. student supervision, teaching and collaborative projects

Essential qualifications

MSc degree in physical chemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, nanotechnology, biomedicine, immunology, or related fields
Interest or hands-on experience with designing or characterization of self-assembling peptides or proteins
Experience with physical chemistry lab
Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture
Strong English communication skills (written and spoken)
Highly motivated, structured, and able to work both independently and in teams

Desirable qualifications (strong advantage)

Background in immunology; macrophage cells, peptide or protein design with experience with macrophages or immune cell culture
Familiarity with either biomaterials characterization (e.g. formulation of hydrogels, rheology, titrations, HPLC, mass spectroscopy, scattering techniques, microscopy, mechanical testing, molecular adhesion testing, or similar) and/or characterization of mammalian cells (e.g. confocal microscopy, staining, ELISAs, flow cytometry, PCR, or similar)

Requirements to complete a PhD at SDU

Complete a study programme of 30 ECTS points
Participate in teaching and dissemination activities (e.g. conferences) corresponding to approx. one semester of full-time employment
Carry out at least one short external research stay (multiple possibilities will be offered at collaborators spanning European countries)
Complete a PhD thesis. According to the rules for a PhD thesis at the Faculty of Engineering at SDU the thesis must include internationally scientific peer-reviewed articles
Publicly defend your PhD thesis

Further information is available from Associate Professor Jacek Wychowaniec, temporary email address: jacek.wychowaniec@univ-nantes.fr

or head of section, Associate Professor Eva Arnspang Christensen, e-mail: arnspang@igt.sdu.dk

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.

Application

Before applying the candidates are advised to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on how to apply.

Assessment of candidates is based on the application material, and the application must include:

Motivated application.
Curriculum Vitae.
Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates or equivalent, including transcripts of grades (original and an official English translation).
Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.
Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website.
An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish).
Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: An official written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.
List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).
References may be included, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the Faculty website.
A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding and may not be password protected.

SUBMISSION GUIDE: Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file).

The application deadline is July 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM/23:59 (CET/CEST)

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU. Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation. Read about the Assessment and selection process.

Expected online interviews in August.

Conditions of enrollment/employment

Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position, and the monthly gross salary incl. pension is 37.075 DKK. If you have relevant postgraduate experience, you may be placed on a higher salary step.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment is contingent on enrollment approved by the PhD School. Enrollment will be in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order). Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state including the associated circular on the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for PhD fellows as described therein as well as the Protocol on PhD fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Further information about salary and conditions of employment. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

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The University of Southern Denmark wishes its staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, is subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position(s).

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.

Indrykket:28/05/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 31/07/2026

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DIAS Fellow as Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Materials Chemistry at the Mads Clausen Institute in Sønderborg

Sønderborg

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) and the Mads Clausen Institute (MCI), Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Sønderborg seek an outstanding candidate to fill a tenure track fellow position (assistant professor level) in the field of Materials Chemistry. The candidate is expected to start on January 1st, 2027, or as soon as possible.

The application deadline is September 1, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)

We are looking for an ambitious researcher with clear potential for research excellence who thrives in and is inspired by interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to high-quality research in the field while embracing DIAS’s mission of curiosity-driven inquiry and interdisciplinary dialogue, as well as MCI’s strategic focus. The successful candidate should have a strong and promising research profile, with potential for attracting external research funding, and a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines. The candidate will be attached to both the Mads Clausen Institute (MCI) in Sønderborg and DIAS and should be prepared to engage in multiple and diverse research environments at SDU.

Who are we looking for?

We seek a researcher with expertise in the field of materials chemistry, (photo)electrochemistry, spectro(photo)electrochemistry, spectroscopy of chemical compounds, or solar-to-X, who is eager to develop an excellent research career within the DIAS framework. Accordingly, teaching obligations will be minimized. The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

A commitment to engaging in boundary-crossing interdisciplinary research and dialogue.
A strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to research that bridges multiple fields.
Strong interest in driving internationally competitive research activities at the highest level of ambition.
Engagement in various forms of research dissemination, including interdisciplinary research and dialogue.
Focus on curiosity-driven research excellence, thinking beyond traditional boundaries.
Strong interest in collaborating with industrial partners.

Scientifically, the fellow is suggested to work in the field of electrochemical reactions for sustainable energy conversion, but to develop its own, curiosity driven research profile. The research should help to understand the underlying mechanisms governing (photo)electrochemical processes, including charge generation, separation, transfer, recombination, surface reactions, stability, and efficiency. A specific emphasis might be placed on applying in situ and in operando spectroscopic techniques at the lab-scale as well as at synchrotron facilities (e.g., XAS, Raman, XPS, UV-Vis, etc.) to identify reaction intermediates and correlate structure with their (photo)electrochemical performance. The research will involve advanced materials as catalysts, such as transition metal (oxy)nitrides, to provide fundamental insights that guide the rational design of efficient and stable (photo)electrochemical systems for pilot-scale studies.

Qualifications

Successful applicants must:

Hold a PhD or similar qualifications within relevant fields of materials chemistry, (photo)electrochemistry, spectro(photo)electrochemistry, spectroscopy of chemical compounds, or electrochemistry solar-to-X.
Have an excellent track record in related fields, supported by patents, first-author publications in reputed journals or similar
Possess proven hands-on experience in designing a measurement setups for beamlines, measurements, or data analysis.
Show potential for attracting external research funding. Experience in applying for external funding and a strong international network are considered comparative advantages.
Have strong communication skills, a willingness to collaborate with other scientists and industry, and a strong interest in a long-term commitment to a growing research group.
Be fluent in English.

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)

DIAS at SDU is a hub for interdisciplinary excellence at and beyond the frontier of knowledge, bringing together outstanding researchers from various disciplines to foster groundbreaking interdisciplinary research and bold innovation. DIAS nurtures a collaborative and curiosity-driven environment, encouraging scholars to think outside the box and challenge conventional boundaries. The institute values open-minded exploration and an ambitious yet collegial atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Researchers affiliated with DIAS are expected to contribute actively to DIAS activities, and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across faculties and departments, both nationally and internationally.

The Mads Clausen Institute

The Mads Clausen Institute covers research and education spanning from foundations to applications of engineering science. Most of our courses are taught in English, reflecting the fact that 75% of our students and staff are international. SDU NanoSYD, with about 30 coworkers, is located at SDU’s beautiful campus in Sønderborg, in the inspiring building of Alsion, which is a centre for science, culture, and learning in the heart of Sønderborg and perched on the strait of water separating the island of Als from the mainland. Besides being part of vibrant global science and technology networks, the institute also has very close relations with industries in Sønderborg, Southern Denmark, and Northern Germany.

The fellow will be embedded in the CatMatX Research Group led by Mirabbos Khujamberdiev focused on research into functional catalytic materials for sustainable energy conversion at SDU NanoSYD. This includes the synthesis and advanced characterization of transition metal (oxy)nitrides for applications like water splitting, ammonia decomposition, hydrogen production, etc. The research emphasizes understanding structure-property relationships and improving catalytic efficiency and stability. The Assistant Professor’s expertise in materials chemistry and related fields will complement these activities by providing mechanistic insights into charge transfer, reaction intermediates, catalyst dynamics, stability, and efficiency under in situ and in operando conditions. This integration will strengthen CatMatX’s ability to develop high-performance advanced materials guided by fundamental understanding. Simultaneously, this collaborative environment will strengthen interdisciplinary research and significantly enhance the group’s competitiveness in the field of catalytic materials.

Additional information

For further information about being a professor at DIAS, please contact DIAS director Sten Rynning at +45 6550 2193 or via email at director-dias@sdu.dk.

For more questions about the position, please contact: Head of Institute, Prof. Dr. Horst-Günter Rubahn (rubahn@mci.sdu.dk) or Head of CatMatX, Assoc. Prof. Mirabbos Khujamberdiev (mirabbos@mci.sdu.dk).

Application, salary, and employment terms

The position is based at the Mads Clausen Institute, SDU NanoSYD, in Sønderborg and includes regular participation in DIAS and interdisciplinary collaboration. Employment is governed by the collective agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).  The salary comprises a seniority-based base salary and a centrally agreed supplement. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”. Additional supplements may be negotiated locally.

As of 1 November 2025, the annual salary for an Assistant Professor is DKK 470,849 (salary level 6), consisting of a base salary of DKK 409,267 and a supplement of DKK 61,581. All amounts are stated before tax, before added pension (18.07%), and any additional supplements. Pension contributions are paid by SDU, and both salary components (the annual salary and the supplement) are pensionable. Further details are available in the relevant salary and taxation information.

Further information on salary and taxation.

The tenure track programme of the Faculty of Engineering is aimed at the most talented scholars who have established a high level in their current research and other professional work, and those who possess exceptional potential to achieve the highest international level within their research area. Candidates enter at the assistant professor level (for up to 6 years) and, upon successful completion, will be promoted to a permanent position as associate professor, subject to a positive assessment by an expert committee. Indicators of relevant scholarly merits include documented independent scholarly output, ground-breaking publications, achievement of excellence grants, and an international research network.

Teaching obligations will be reduced as compared to a standard assistant professorship at SDU, allowing for more time for research and leadership activities.

To qualify for the position, you must have obtained a PhD or similar degree by the application deadline.

Application requirements
The application must include the following:

Letter of motivation that clearly explains the applicant's interest, qualifications, and motivation for the position.
Detailed CV including documentation of experience, and contacts for possible references.
An elaborate research and funding plan (max 4 pages) for the next three years, including a description of synergy with the department's activities and the potential to benefit from DIAS’s interdisciplinary environment.
Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (original and an official English translation).
Complete list of publications, indicating which publications are most relevant for the position.
Up to five of the most relevant research articles – if you submit a monograph, it counts as 3 articles. Please upload a pdf for each publication. For co-authored publications, briefly describe the extent of the co-authorship or your contribution to the publications (please do this for each co-authored publication). You can do so by using this form or by describing the co-authorship in such a way that the committee can assess the extent of your contribution.
Teaching Portfolio as documentation for teaching and learning experience as well as supervision qualifications. Any format is acceptable, but you can find inspiration for structuring your teaching portfolio on the Faculty's teaching portfolio page.

All application materials must be submitted in English, and only applications written in English will be considered.

We recommend that international applicants take the time to visit the websites of Work in Denmark and the International Staff Office at SDU. Here you can find information and facts about moving to, working, and living in Denmark.

Submission guidelines

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding, and may not be protected by password.
Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file).

Assessment

Shortlisting may be used as part of the assessment process. Read about shortlisting at SDU.

Assessment of applications will be done under the existing Appointment Order for universities. Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. The committee may request additional information, and, if so, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the necessary material.

When the assessment committee has submitted its report, the applicant will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns them.

Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation, and references may be obtained.

Equal opportunity employment
The University of Southern Denmark is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected status.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

How to apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply online" link provided in the job posting.

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.

The application deadline is September 1, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)

Indrykket:02/06/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 01/09/2026

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DIAS Fellow in Engineering within Robotics

Odense

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) and the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) seek an outstanding candidate to fill a tenure track Fellow (Assistant Professor level) position in the field of Robotics. The candidate is expected to start on January 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The application deadline is September 15, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)

We are looking for a researcher with clear potential for research excellence who thrives in and is inspired by interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to high-quality research in their field while embracing DIAS’s mission of curiosity-driven inquiry and interdisciplinary dialogue. The successful candidate should have a strong and promising research profile, with potential for attracting external research funding, and a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines. The candidate will be attached to both the Department and DIAS and should be prepared to engage in multiple and diverse research environments at SDU.

Who are we looking for

We seek a researcher with expertise in the field of Robotics, who is eager to develop their research career within the DIAS framework. The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

A commitment to engaging in boundary-crossing interdisciplinary research and dialogue.
A strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to research that bridges multiple fields.
Strong interest in driving internationally competitive research activities at the highest level of ambition.
Engagement in various forms of research dissemination, including interdisciplinary research and dialogue.

Qualifications

Successful applicants must:

Have research experience in computer vision fields related to laboratory automation. This could include (but is not limited to) methods for:
- vision-based handling of laboratory equipment, in particular glassware and fluids
- segmentation and vision-based handling of medical specimens and fluids
Hold a PhD or similar qualifications within relevant fields of Robotics, such as robotics control, modelling, computer vision, medical/industrial robotics and artificial intelligence.
Exhibit curiosity-driven research excellence, thinking beyond traditional boundaries.
Be fluent in English.
Show potential for attracting external research funding. Experience in applying for external funding and a strong international network, are considered comparative advantages.
Have research publications that demonstrate their excellence and broad thinking.

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)

DIAS at SDU is a hub for interdisciplinary excellence at and beyond the frontier of knowledge, bringing together outstanding researchers from various disciplines to foster groundbreaking interdisciplinary research and bold innovation. DIAS nurtures a collaborative and curiosity-driven environment, encouraging scholars to think outside the box and challenge conventional boundaries. The institute values open-minded exploration and an ambitious yet collegial atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Researchers affiliated with DIAS are expected to contribute actively to DIAS activities, and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across faculties and departments, both nationally and internationally.

The Department

MMMI

The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute is an internationally recognized institute, which has maintained a leading position in robotics for more than three decades. The institute is the origin of robotics research in Denmark and has spawned the world-renowned cluster of robotics in Odense with more than 130 robotics companies including Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots. Building on our expertise in AI, robotics and software, we have raised strong research centres in related domains, such as Health Informatics and Energy Informatics, Drones and other relevant research areas.

SDU Robotics

SDU Robotics conducts research among others within the fields of robotics and computer vision. The unit focuses on research problems from real robotics applications within manufacturing industries, hospitals, elderly care, and other partners in society. The unit also focuses on Robot related vision technologies for facilitating industrial part feeding, automated product assembly, uncertainty aware quality inspection, and biomedical segmentation for diagnosis and robot control.

SDU Robotics’ research involves mathematical modeling and control of robots, robotic processes and robot systems, human-robot interactions, computer vision for reliable inspection and robot control, and simulation technologies for robotics and computer vision aimed at closing the Sim2Real gap. Artificial Intelligence is widely applied within all research fields.

Additional information

For further information about being a professor at DIAS, please contact DIAS director Sten Rynning at +45 6550 2193 or via email at director-dias@sdu.dk.

For more questions about the position please contact Head of Unit, Professor Thiusius Rajeeth Savarimuthu at trs@mmmi.sdu.dk.

Application, salary, and employment terms

The candidate will be attached to The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute in Odense and is also expected to participate in DIAS activities and interdisciplinary cooperation in Odense regularly.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for tenure track assistant professor as described herein. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

Further information on salary and taxation.

The tenure track programme the Faculty of Engineering is aimed at the most talented scholars who have established a high level in their current research and other professional work, and those who possess exceptional potential to achieve the highest international level within their research area. Candidates enter the assistant professor level (for up to 6 years) and, upon successful completion, will be promoted to a permanent position of associate professor, subject to a positive assessment by an expert committee. Indicators of relevant scholarly merits include documented independent scholarly output, ground-breaking publications, achievement of excellence grants, and international research network.
Teaching obligations will be reduced compared to a standard professorship at SDU, allowing more time for research and leadership activities.

To qualify for the position, you must have obtained a PhD or similar degree by the application deadline.

Application requirements
The application must include the following:

Letter of motivation that clearly explains the applicant's interest, qualifications, and motivation for the position.
Detailed CV including documentation of experience, and contacts for possible references.
An elaborate research and funding plan (max 4 pages) for the next three years including a description of synergy with the department's activities and the potential to benefit from DIAS’s interdisciplinary environment.
Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (original and an official English translation).
Complete list of publications, indicating which publications are most relevant for the position.
Up to five of the most relevant research articles – if you submit a monograph, it counts as 3 articles. Please upload a pdf for each publication. For co-authored publications, briefly describe the extent of the co-authorship or your contribution to the publications (please do this for each co-authored publication). You can do so by using this form or by describing the co-authorship in such a way that the committee can assess the extent of your contribution.
Teaching Portfolio as documentation for teaching and learning experience as well as supervision qualifications. Any format is acceptable, but you can find inspiration for structuring your teaching portfolio on the Faculty's teaching portfolio page.

All application materials must be submitted in English, and only applications written in English will be considered.

We recommend that international applicants take the time to visit websites of Work in Denmark and the International Staff Office at SDU. Here you can find information and facts about moving to, working and living in Denmark.

Submission guidelines

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding and may not be protected by password.
Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file).

Assessment

Shortlisting may be used as part of the assessment process. Read about shortlisting at SDU.

Assessment of applications will be done under the existing Appointment Order for universities. Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. The committee may request additional information, and, if so, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the necessary material.

When the assessment committee has submitted its report, the applicant will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns them.

Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation and references may be obtained.

About SDU
SDU is committed to fostering a diverse staff that reflects society’s diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of personal background.
SDU was founded in 1966 and now has over 27,000 students, nearly 20% of whom are international. SDU employs more than 3,800 staff and offers 115 study programmes across disciplines such as the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering. While SDU’s main campus is in Odense, it also has campuses in other locations.

Equal opportunity employment
The University of Southern Denmark is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected status.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

How to apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply online" link provided in the job posting.

If you experience technical problems, please contact our email support.

The application deadline is September 15, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)

Indrykket:02/06/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 15/09/2026

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Syddansk Universitet

DIAS Fellow in Engineering within Organoid Intelligence

Odense

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) and the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) seek an outstanding candidate to fill a tenure track Fellow (Assistant Professor level) position in the field of Organoid Intelligence. The candidate is expected to start on January 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The application deadline is September 15, 2026, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)

We are looking for a researcher with clear potential for research excellence who thrives in and is inspired by interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will be expected to contribute to high-quality research in their field while embracing DIAS’s mission of curiosity-driven inquiry and interdisciplinary dialogue. The successful candidate should have a strong and promising research profile, with potential for attracting external research funding, and a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines. The candidate will be attached to both the Department and DIAS and should be prepared to engage in multiple and diverse research environments at SDU.

Who are we looking for

We seek a researcher with expertise in the field of Organoid Intelligence, capable of combining multiple disciplines, including Neuroscience, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Bioimaging. The candidate must develop their research career within the DIAS framework. The ideal candidate should:

Drive internationally competitive research activities at the highest level of ambition.
Publish in high-level peer-reviewed academic journals.
Engage in various forms of research dissemination, including interdisciplinary research and dialogue.
Play an active role in securing external funding, including both EU and Danish sources.
Commit to excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including participation in teaching, development of new courses, and supervision of BSc, MSc, and PhD students.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on artificial intelligence, neuroscience, biochemistry and molecular biology, bioimaging, and across various domains, also in the framework of DIAS.

Qualifications

Successful applicants must:

Hold a PhD or similar qualifications within relevant fields of data science such as AI and machine learning, neuroscience, physics and applied mathematics. Experience working within bioimaging is an advantage but not a precondition.
Demonstrate an outstanding track record to be qualified at the Assistant Professor level by the hiring time. The candidate may have experience at the Assistant Professor level or must be qualified at the time of being hired. The candidate may also have postdoctoral experience and may already have experience at the assistant professor level.
Demonstrate a strong track record of research and scientific publication.
Have a well-documented teaching record.
Be fluent in English; the ability to communicate in Danish is an advantage but not a precondition.
Exhibit a commitment to excellence and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)

DIAS at SDU is a hub for interdisciplinary excellence at and beyond the frontier of knowledge, bringing together outstanding researchers from various disciplines to foster groundbreaking interdisciplinary research and bold innovation. DIAS nurtures a collaborative and curiosity-driven environment, encouraging scholars to think outside the box and challenge conventional boundaries. The institute values open-minded exploration and an ambitious yet collegial atmosphere with a strong sense of community. Researchers affiliated with DIAS are expected to contribute actively to DIAS activities and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across faculties and departments, both nationally and internationally.

MMMI

The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute is an internationally recognized institute, which has maintained a leading position in robotics for more than three decades. The institute is the origin of robotics research in Denmark and has spawned the world-renowned cluster of robotics in Odense with more than 130 robotics companies including Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots. Building on our expertise in AI, robotics and software, we have raised strong research centres in related domains, such as Health Informatics and Energy Informatics, Drones and other relevant research areas.

SDU Applied AI and Data Science (SDU-AID)

SDU Applied AI and Data Science is one of MMMI’s 12 units and conducts interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence and data science within the medical and energy sector, where we apply artificial intelligence and data science to improve procedures, provide information for decision makers and gain new knowledge.

SDU-AID’s backgrounds span from pure science (including mathematics and physics) to applied disciplines (such as biostatistics, epidemiology, computer science, and engineering). This gives the team a broad perspective on researching new, innovative solutions in a variety of fields.

The focus lies on the application of artificial intelligence and data science to advance research and provide data-driven solutions within the medical and energy sectors. Due to our long presence at SDU, we have established over the years strong collaborations with clinical researchers and companies, both in Denmark and abroad. Together with our collaborators, we are improving the way of handling and gaining insight from data, therefore creating knowledge and value for society.

Additional information

For further information about being a fellow at DIAS, please contact DIAS director Sten Rynning at +45 6550 2193 or via email at director-dias@sdu.dk.

For more questions about the position, please contact Head of Unit, Professor Nadimi at esi@mmmi.sdu.dk.

Application, salary, and employment terms

The candidate will be attached to SDU Applied AI and Data Science Unit in Odense and is also expected to participate in DIAS activities and interdisciplinary cooperation in Odense regularly.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for tenure track assistant professor as described herein. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial assessment, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

Further information on salary and taxation.

The tenure track programme the Faculty of Engineering is aimed at the most talented scholars who have established a high level in their current research and other professional work, and those who possess exceptional potential to achieve the highest international level within their research area. Candidates enter the assistant professor level (for up to 6 years) and, upon successful completion, will be promoted to a permanent position of associate professor, subject to a positive assessment by an expert committee. Indicators of relevant scholarly merits include documented independent scholarly output, ground-breaking publications, achievement of excellence grants, and international research network.

Teaching obligations will be reduced compared to a standard professorship at SDU, allowing more time for research and leadership activities.

To qualify for the position, you must have obtained a PhD or similar degree by the application deadline.

Application requirements
The application must include the following:

Letter of motivation that clearly explains the applicant's interest, qualifications, and motivation for the position.
Detailed CV including documentation of experience, and contacts for possible references.
An elaborate research and funding plan (max 4 pages) for the next three years including a description of synergy with the department's activities and the potential to benefit from DIAS’s interdisciplinary environment.
Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (original and an official English translation).
Complete list of publications, indicating which publications are most relevant for the position.
Up to five of the most relevant research articles – if you submit a monograph, it counts as 3 articles. Please upload a pdf for each publication. For co-authored publications, briefly describe the extent of the co-authorship or your contribution to the publications (please do this for each co-authored publication). You can do so by using this form or by describing the co-authorship in such a way that the committee can assess the extent of your contribution.
Teaching Portfolio as documentation for teaching and learning experience as well as supervision qualifications. Any format is acceptable, but you can find inspiration for structuring your teaching portfolio on the Faculty's teaching portfolio page.

All application materials must be submitted in English, and only applications written in English will be considered.

We recommend that international applicants take the time to visit websites of Work in Denmark and the International Staff Office at SDU. Here you can find information and facts about moving to, working and living in Denmark.

Submission guidelines

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration number) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked, allow binding and may not be protected by password.
Motivated application must be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae must be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents must be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files with a maximum 50 MB per file).