The postdoc will work within organic chemistry with the focus on functionalizing biomolecules in water. Our aim is to control reactions involving reactive intermediates, such as cations, in a way which allows synthesis to be performed under aqueous conditions. This will be achieved by developing organic catalysts, which can recognize the substrates and secure selective reactions. Understanding the mechanistic aspects is key to us and hence the candidate should have a profound knowledge about physical organic chemistry as well as being a very experiences experimentalist. The candidate has to possess significant research experience within organic synthesis and biomolecular chemistry. Parts of the project will be with in functionalizing biomolecules and a strong background in carbohydrate and/or peptide chemistry will be an advantage. Proficient communication skills and ability to work in teams as well as excellent English skills written and spoken are required.

The postdoc’s duties will include research within organic synthesis and biomolecular chemistry as well as teaching. The post may also include performance of other duties.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Christian Marcus Pedersen.

The position is open from December 1st, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term appointment for two years.

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

Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is August 30, 2026, 23:59 GMT +2.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Interviews will be held during September and communicated individually.

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Kontakt
Christian Marcus Pedersen
E-mail: [email protected]

Info
Ansøgningsfrist: 30-08-2026

Ansættelsesdato: 01-12-2026

Arbejdstid: Fuldtid

Afdeling/Sted: Department of Chemistry