Associate Professor in Nanobiotechnology

The Department of Science and Environment at Roskilde University invites applications for the position of Associate Professor in Nanobiotechnology, starting on November 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The department consists of four sections, with the associate professor being a part of the Molecular and Medical Biology Section. This group focuses on conducting research and teaching fundamental molecular biology topics, often with a biomedical or application-oriented approach. The group work with both eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms, exploring areas such as host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial peptides, bacterial 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 of Science and Environment provides a well-established shared infrastructure equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including fluorescence confocal microscopy, NGS platform, mass spectrometry, HPLC, NMR, cell culturing, GMO2, and Biosafety Level 2 laboratories.

Read more https://ruc.dk/en/forskningsgruppe/molecular-and-medical-biology

Responsibilities and tasks
The Associate Professor's primary responsibilities will encompass research, including publication/academic dissemination and scientific communication, as well as research-based teaching with associated examination obligations. The Associate Professor is expected to be willing and capable of teaching subjects that are central to the relevant curriculum. Additionally, the position requires the sharing of knowledge with society at large, including participation in public debates and outreach activities. Furthermore, the Associate Professor is expected to secure research grants, manage research projects, provide guidance and supervision to assistant professors and researchers, and participate in academic assessments and other tasks as requested by the Department.

Applicants are encouraged to review the university's Faculty expectations for specific details regarding the required qualifications in research, teaching, networking, fundraising, impact, outreach, etc.

The ideal candidate for the position is expected to:

• Conduct fundamental and/or applied research in the field of molecular design, synthesis, and characterization of novel probes and biosensors at an international level.
• Be enterprising and possess good communication skills and to be a visible, involved participant in the department’s daily activities,
• Being willing to engage in disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaboration across the department and outside of the department.

Qualifications
Applicants must possess a relevant PhD degree and qualifications equivalent to a completed employment period as an assistant professor in the fields of molecular biology, biomedicine, or related areas.

The candidate should demonstrate the following characteristics:

• An internationally recognized research profile in Nanobiotechnology, with a particular emphasis on detecting biomolecules relevant to biological and biomedical issues.
• A strong profile in interdisciplinary research.
• Ability to secure external funding.
• Excellent networking capabilities.
• A strong interest in and experience with project-based teaching and interdisciplinary supervision.
• Ability to teach in molecular biology at bachelor and master levels.
• The successful candidate should be capable of teaching at the B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. levels, as well as supervising student-led projects in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Fluent in English

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 candidates, consideration will be given to:

• The relevance of the research topics undertaken by the candidate.
• The candidate's scientific output and potential for future research at an international level.
• The ability to generate, promote, and utilize research outcomes effectively.
• Experience in securing external funding and managing research projects in collaboration with external partners, including public authorities, private companies, and non-governmental organizations.
• Expertise in teaching and educational development and management within the relevant field.
• Strong teaching qualifications, including experience with project-based learning and interdisciplinary teaching.
• Academic experience, such as peer reviewing or editing academic papers, and organizing research conferences or seminars.
• Experience in establishing networks, familiarity with research environments, and collaborative abilities.
• The capacity to contribute to the advancement of the department's internal and external cooperation and collaborations.

Questions
For further information about the position, please contact Dean Susanne Sørensen on tel. (+45) 4674 2111 or email: [email protected] and/or Head of the Molecular and Medical Biology section Jesper Troelsen on tel. (+45) 4674 2728 or e-mail: [email protected].

Terms of employment
The employment is full-time, and you will refer to Dean 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.

Application procedure
After the deadline for applications the Dean 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.

Applications must include:

1. Cover letter

2. Research plan (maximum 2 pages)

3. CV

4. Documentation of education

5. Teaching portfolio (read more about teaching portfolio at Roskilde University here)

6. A complete list of publications

7. 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 June 24, 2024.

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.

Department: Universitetsvej 1, Roskilde

Location: Roskilde Universitet

Application deadline: 24 Jun 2024