Associate Professor in Clinical Genetics

A position as an Associate Professor (10% time) is vacant at the Research unit of Clinical Genetics, Department of Clinical Research , University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and at the Department of Clinical Genetics, Odense University Hospital (OUH)– Svendborg Hospital.

The position is limited to 5 years with the possibility of extension. 

The Research Unit of Clinical Genetics at the Department of Clinical Research, SDU, provides training and education in medical and clinical genetics for medical students at both bachelor's and master's level, as well as research in clinical genetics, genomic analyses, and bioinformatics.

The academic position

The job involves teaching, including exams, supervision, research, professional development, research education, and assessment work within the field of medical and clinical genetics.

Expectations of qualifications

The associate professor must be employed as a molecular biologist/clinical laboratory geneticist at the Department of Clinical Genetics, OUH. The associate professor must have documented experience in teaching within the areas of human genetics and in research.

In addition, good cooperation skills will be expected in order to further the development of research in the areas mentioned above, both interdisciplinary as well as nationally and internationally. 

Furthermore, the potential applicant must have relevant experience within the areas of human or clinical genetics, documented by publications in international peer-reviewed journals.

If a potential applicant is not found qualified for the position as an associate professor, employment as an assistant professor may be possible.

Further information

Further information about the position can be obtained from the Head of Research Anja Lisbeth Frederiksen, [email protected], phone: +45 65411725 or from the Head of the Department of Clinical Research, SDU, Rikke Leth- Larsen, e-mail: [email protected], phone: +45 65503477.

Salary and terms of employment

The applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC  (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

Application

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link “Apply now” - see below.

We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.

Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.

The application must include (as PDF files) (please note that the application (the motivation letter) and CV must not exceed 10 MB in total):

• a motivation letter
• a detailed CV
• degree certificates (inclusive of Ph.D.-diploma)
• a complete and numbered list of publications
• 6 scientific peer-reviewed publications considered by the candidate as most important for this position. Please notice that one pdf-file must be attached for each publication.
• a teaching portfolio detailing the candidate’s prior teaching experience, teaching skills, and teaching philosophy
• a research plan detailing the candidate’s ideas and plans for her/his future research work

If you experience technical problems, you must contact [email protected].

Please note that all the above-mentioned information must be included in the application. 

Incomplete applications with regards to the above-mentioned requirements will not be assessed.

Applications may be shortlisted. 

References will be obtained for the applicant who is the first choice for the position - from the applicant’s most recent employer, and from previous employers as required.

Applicants selected for interview must expect to undergo a personality test specifically targeted work related matters.

Living and working in Denmark

Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment. 

The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark.

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