Aarhus University Postdoctoral Position in Autoimmunity, Denmark for Fellowship

  •  Fellowship
  •  26-Aug-2025
  •   Denmark
  • $$  Fixed-term, full-time employment with salary and benefits

The Department of Biomedicine at the Faculty of Health, Aarhus University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral position in Autoimmunity, starting 1 November 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Postdoctoral study program aims to advance research into autoimmune connective tissue diseases, with a primary focus on Systemic Sclerosis. The project seeks to establish human autoantibody clones to uncover novel mechanisms of autoantibody interactions with intracellular antigens and their role in inflammatory processes. The position offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with access to cutting-edge facilities, allowing researchers to develop innovative approaches from gene identification to in vivo studies.

Aarhus Universitet Information

Aarhus Universitet Grants

Aarhus University Postdoctoral Position in Autoimmunity, Denmark for Fellowship Established in 1928, Aarhus Universitet (Aarhus University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Aarhus (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Central Denmark Region. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Aarhus Universitet (AU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Aarhus Universitet (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 91 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The postdoctoral position is offered in the field of autoimmunity or immunology within the Department of Biomedicine.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Hold academic qualifications at PhD level in autoimmunity, immunology, or related fields.

  • Have experience with autoantibodies, cell work, and RNA sequencing, or large screening setups.

  • Demonstrate expertise in areas such as single cell RNA sequencing, antibody characterization, monoclonal antibody production, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, qPCR, in vitro cell cultures, organoid models, and mouse models.

  • Possess strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and fluency in oral and written English.

Offered Benefits

  • Full-time employment for 27 months (1 November 2025 – 31 January 2028)

  • Annual base salary between DKK 484,214.84 and DKK 538,720.20 depending on experience, plus pension (17.1%)

  • Potential for additional supplements based on qualifications

  • Access to modern laboratory, core, and animal facilities

  • Opportunities for professional development and collaboration with industry partners

  • Special researcher tax scheme for international recruits

  • Relocation assistance and career counselling for international researchers and their families.

Application Process

Applicants must submit:

  • A motivated application

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Academic diplomas

  • Template for applicant (postdoc)

  • List of publications

  • Teaching portfolio

  • Up to five relevant publications (optional)

  • Research plan (optional)

  • Coauthor statements (optional)

  • References or recommendations (optional)

Applications must be submitted via the Aarhus University e-recruitment system before 26 August, 23:59 CEST.

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