Postdoc of oligonucleotide conjugate synthesis
Postdoc of oligonucleotide conjugate synthesis
Department of Chemistry
Faculty of Science
University of Copenhagen
The Department of Chemistry, Section for Chemical Biology, invites applicants for a postdoctoral fellowship in oligonucleotide conjugate synthesis. The project is part of the research in the Center for Optimized Oligo Escape and Control of Disease, which is financed by a Challenge Grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation.
The postdoc’s duties will include research within oligonucleotide conjugate synthesis 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 professor Knud J. Jensen.
The position is open from December 1st 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The position is for 2 years duration.
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 Ministry of Finance 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 15 September 2025, 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.
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