Department of Science and Environment (DSE), Roskilde University, invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Molecular Biology, with employment from 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The Assistant Professor position is a four-year fixed-term appointment, whereas the Associate Professor position is a permanent position.

Department of Science and Environment is one of four departments at Roskilde University. The department conducts basic and applied research within mathematics, medical biology, molecular biology, environmental sciences, chemistry, and physics. Bachelor and interdisciplinary Master programs are offered within these areas.

The department consists of four sections, with the successful candidate becoming a part of the Section of Molecular and Medical Biology. This Section focuses on conducting research and teaching fundamental molecular biology topics, often with a biomedical or application-oriented approach. The Section conducts research within both eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms, exploring areas such as host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial peptides, bacterial and human physiology, cell biology, cancer development, structural characterizations of proteins, and metabolic disorders. Their research utilizes a diverse range of molecular and biochemical techniques. The Department provides a well-established shared infrastructure equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including fluorescence confocal microscopy, digital PCR, mass spectrometry, HPLC, NMR, cell culturing, GMO2, and Biosafety Level 1 and 2 laboratories.

The section is characterized by an informal and close collegial environment, including both staff and students and with many research and social activities to strengthen the work environment. Read more about the section at
Read more https://ruc.dk/en/forskningsgruppe/molecular-and-medical-biology

Responsibilities and tasks
As assistant professor or associate professor in molecular biology your main tasks are to carry out research and publish at a high international level as well as to undertake research-based teaching. You are expected to maintain a publication record in international journals in the field of molecular biology, define and pursue ambitious long-term research goals, and to engage actively in fostering a creative and productive research culture in the section.
The Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to be willing and capable of teaching subjects that are central to the relevant curriculum. At Roskilde University half of the study work is in the form of interdisciplinary problem-oriented project learning (PPL) with extensive student involvement and responsibility. A significant part of your teaching tasks will therefore be in the form of supervision of project groups at both Bachelor and Master level.

Finally, you are expected to actively engage in and contribute to everyday life of the department and development of the organization and work culture from section to university level, e.g. student recruitment initiatives and public dissemination, committee work etc.

At assistant professor level you are expected to complete the educational training programme offered as a university didactic course for assistant professors at Roskilde University.

At associate professor level you are expected to actively engage in external fundraising and to manage research projects including attracting, supervising and assessing PhD students. You are also expected to provide guidance and supervision of assistant professors and mentor junior researchers as well as take part in academic assessments and show academic leadership by developing and managing core educational tasks.

Applicants are referred to the university’s Faculty Expectations for specifications on the required level of qualifications within research, teaching, dissemination, administration, fundraising etc. (see Supplementary Sources at https://ruc.dk/en/working-roskilde-university)

The ideal candidate for the position is expected to establish an independent research profile within molecular biology, focusing on one or more areas related to:

Research on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying host–microbe interactions and environmental influences in health and disease.
Combining molecular biology with advanced in vitro systems, such as bacterial models, cell models, organoids, and organ-on-chip platforms, to understand disease mechanisms and develop novel diagnostics and therapies.

In addition, the ideal candidate is expected to be enterprising and possessing good communication skills and to be a visible, involved participant in the department’s daily activities. Also being willing to engage in disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaboration across the department and outside of the department are sought for ambitions.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a relevant PhD degree, e.g. in molecular biology. The position category applied for must be clearly stated in the application and documentation for scientific qualifications for either the assistant or the associate professor position is required.

Qualifications within the following areas are required (both applicant levels):

An internationally recognized research profile in molecular biology
Ability to secure external funding.
Excellent networking capabilities
Publication record in internationally recognized journals in the field
International research experience
Documented experience with teaching within molecular biology and
A strong interest in and experience with project-based teaching and interdisciplinary supervision
Capability to teach at the BSc and MSc levels

Exclusively for associate professor level applicants: If applying for a position as an associate professor the candidate should also meet the additional qualification requirements:

Documented experience with exams, course development, and student supervision and demonstrated engagement in pedagogical development. The documentation must be in the form of a teaching portfolio https://ruc.dk/en/teaching-portfolio
Demonstrated international research experience also addressing established research network
Demonstrated ability to define and develop a research field; this can include a list of grant applications

Candidates who are not native Danish speakers are expected to achieve a working knowledge of Danish within three years allowing them to read official documents in Danish and to participate in the mentioned administrative tasks, collaboration and networking. Roskilde University will make appropriate Danish classes available.

Assessment
In the assessment of the candidate, consideration (at both applicant levels) will be given to:

Scientific quality, originality, productivity and creativity
Research topic and research prospective (research plan of max 2 pages)
Experience in relevant teaching and education development
Engagement in own pedagogical development
Other academic experience e.g. international experience and scientific network
Willingness and ability to play an active role in our interdisciplinary environment

In the assessment of candidates for associate professor level consideration will in addition to the above assessment areas be given to:

Scientific production beyond the contribution from the PhD
Research prospective at an international level and the ability to promote and utilize research results
Dedication to teaching and education, including pedagogical development in a team perspectiv.
Experience in education development and management
Engagement in external fundraising
Ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external collaboration

Questions
For further information about the position, please contact Head of Department Susanne Sørensen by phone: +45 6195 1197 or email: susa@ruc.dk, or Head of Section Jesper Troelsen on tel. (+45) 46742728 Email troelsen@ruc.dk

Terms of employment
The employment is on full time, 37 hours per week and you will refer to Susanne Sørensen

The position will be filled according to the Agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) and Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities.

According to the Pay Transparency Directive, the salary ranges for the various job categories at Roskilde University are listed here.

Application procedure
After the deadline for applications the Head of Department will shortlist applicants for assessment with assistance from the recruitment committee including the chairperson of the assessment committee.

Shortly after the application deadline all applicants will be notified whether or not their application has been selected for assessment.

The shortlisted applicants will be informed about the composition of the assessment committee, and each applicant will be given the opportunity to comment on the composition of the committee and - later on - their assessment.

Once the recruitment process is completed, all applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application.

Application
To apply for the position go to www.ruc.dk/en/job/
Only applications in English are accepted. Applicants must clearly state in their cover letter whether they are applying for the Assistant Professor position or the Associate Professor position.

Applications must include:
1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Documentation of education
4. Teaching portfolio (read more about teaching portfolio at Roskilde University here)
5. A complete list of publications
6. A maximum of 5 relevant scientific works that you want included in the assessment

If any of the publications that you want included in the assessment are the result of a joint effort, the extent and the nature of your contribution to each individual work must then be clarified in a co-author statement (find template here)

Please submit your application no later than 6 September 2026.

Material received after this date will not be taken into consideration.

Roskilde University wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

The hiring process at Roskilde University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

🕑 Fuldtid | Roskilde | 06-09-2026

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