Research assistant position in cellular neurobiology

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant position in Cellular Neurobiology at the Department of

Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, Denmark.

Job description:

You will be part of a small and dynamic team focused on understanding how neurons and glia cells communicate to direct the formation of myelin sheath in the central nervous system and how disturbance in this communication can lead to neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders.

The project that you will be working on seeks to develop new tools to visualize central steps during the formation of myelin sheaths. The work will involve different methodology including CRISPR-Cas genome editing, and bioimaging of primary cells and zebrafish models. You will be working in a supporting environment with the possibility to develop your skills in relevant areas.

Your profile

Applicants should hold a master’s degree in molecular biology, molecular medicine or similar.

We are looking for a highly motivated, well organized, and quality-conscious research assistant with an interest in learning and perfecting new technology. Fluency in Danish or English is essential, and the ability to work independently is a must. Previous experience with CRISPR-Cas genome editing, molecular cloning and /or fluorescent microscopy will be an advantage.

Who we are

The Research assistant will be affiliated with the section of Cellular health, Intervention and Nutrition at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics.

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics is part of the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Aarhus University and comprises research within the areas of Plant Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, RNA Biology and Innovation, Protein Science, Cellular Health, Intervention and Nutrition. There are currently 75 full-time scientific staff and 95 PhD students. The department is responsible for two educations: Molecular Biology and Molecular Medicine with a yearly uptake of 160 students in total.

Please, refer to http://mbg.au.dk/  for further information about The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics and to https://nat.au.dk/  and http://www.au.dk/  for information on Faculty of Natural Sciences and Aarhus University, respectively.

Start date and duration of employment

The position is available from the 01/06-2024 or as soon as possible hereafter.

This is a fixed-term position to end on 30/04-2026.

Place of work

The place of work is Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C.

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Lisbeth S. Laursen, 29915081, [email protected].

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than 19th of April 2024.

Application procedure

Short-listing is used. This means that after the deadline for applications – and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the assessment committee if necessary, – the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. The selection is made on the basis of an assessment of who of the candidates are most relevant considering the requirements of the advertisement. All applicants will be notified within 6 weeks whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee and will receive his/her assessment. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants.

Letter of reference

If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline. Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration.

Formalities and salary range

Natural Sciences refers to the

Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.

The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Guidelines for applicants can be found here .

Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities .

Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Associations.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.