Associate Professor of Bioorganic and Systems Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a three‑year position as associate professor in bioorganic and systems chemistry. The position will start on 1 January 2027 and end on 28 February 2030.

Responsibilities and Duties
- Develop chemically regulated molecular assemblies to advance understanding of the chemical basis of life and to foster transformative development of new materials.
- Create new metabolism‑like reaction cycles or reaction cascades that kinetically control the generation of non‑equilibrium molecular assemblies able to utilize and dissipate chemical energy.
- Focus on bioorganic synthesis, thiol‑based reaction cycles, and cascades such as thioesterification/hydrolysis reaction cycles, non‑equilibrium molecular self‑assembly, and chemical principles relevant to the origin and mechanisms of life.
- Bridge traditional bioorganic chemistry with systems chemistry to construct life‑like complex chemical systems.
- Engage in research‑based teaching, knowledge sharing with society,



and translate high‑level science into tangible societal impact.
- Conduct own research, develop the field, prepare assessment tasks, apply for grants, and manage research activities including supervision and training of research fellows and staff.
- Teach, supervise, prepare and participate in examinations, and fulfil other tasks requested by the Department.

Required Qualifications
- Associate Professor level expertise at the interface of bioorganic chemistry and systems chemistry.
- University‑level teaching experience with documented teaching competencies.
- Ability to explain and reflect upon own teaching practice and portfolio.
- Formal pedagogical training or supervision equivalent to the University of Copenhagen teacher training programme for assistant professors.

Assessment Criteria
- Level of documented, original scientific production at an international level, including contributions to developments

📌 211-0755/26-2E, Associate Professor of Bioorganic and Systems Chemistry (Chimbote)
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