Professor in Bioinformatics at Aarhus University, Denmark

A position as Professor in Bioinformatics is available from 1 April, 2024, at the Bioinformatics Research Centre (), Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, Denmark.

The deadline for receipt of all applications is 14 December, 2023.

The position

We seek an internationally competitive researcher with a strong academic track record in bioinformatics. We welcome applicants within all areas of bioinformatics with a strong focus on development of computational and statistical methods. Applicants must be able to document cutting edge interdisciplinary research, the ability to obtain research funding, as well as teaching and supervision experience.

The successful candidate is expected to have a research group and a research program in bioinformatics, deliver innovative research of the highest international standard, obtain competitive research funding from external funding bodies, and contribute to teaching and supervision of students on all levels.

The successful candidate is furthermore expected to establish collaboration with related research environments at Aarhus University and to document international collaboration with researchers in bioinformatics. Finally, the successful candidate also has to take a leading role in managing and further developing educational activities in Bioinformatics.

Who we are

Bioinformatics Research Centre (BiRC) is an interdisciplinary research centre that employs about 40 researchers and PhD students as an independent section of The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics. The research at BiRC spans major areas of bioinformatics, and BiRC is involved in teaching and supervision of students on all levels from BSc to PhD. In particular, BiRC is responsible for the Master's program in Bioinformatics. Please refer to and for further information about BiRC and MBG, and to and for information on Faculty of Natural Sciences and Aarhus University, respectively.

What we offer

The department offers:

well-developed research infrastructure and computational infrastructure at BiRC.

an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators.

a workplace characterized by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

Applicants are expected to meet the criteria listed for Full Professors ():

Application

The application must be in English and include:

a curriculum vitae;

a degree certificate;

a complete list of publications;

information about current research activities and a statement of future research plans;

a teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience and management;

a description of any participation in committees and administrative forums;

a minimum of three references: name and contact information.

Working place

The place of employment is Aarhus University, Bioinformatics Research Centre, Universitetsbyen 81, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.

Further information

For more information please contact Head of Department (MBG) Erik Østergaard Jensen or Head of Section (BIRC) Christian Storm Pedersen.
Phone number: +45 2899 2567
Email:

Deadline

Application deadline 14 December 2023

Application procedure

Shortlisting 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 .

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

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

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.

At the Faculty of Natural Science at Aarhus University, we strive to support our scientific staff in their career development. We focus on competency development and career clarification and want to make your opportunities transparent. On , you can find information on all types of scientific positions, as well as the entry criteria we use when assessing candidates. You can also read more about how we can assist you in your career planning and development.


Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity.

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