Tenure‑track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor – De Novo Protein Design

Position: Tenure‑track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in De Novo Protein Design

Institution: Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Design, University of Copenhagen

Associated with: Department of Biology (Faculty of Science) or Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology (Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences)

Start date: 1 February 2027 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Employment type: Full time

About the Center

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Design (CPD) is a new initiative that spans the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. The aim is to accelerate protein design by gaining a deeper understanding of sequence‑to‑structure/function relationships in proteins and by developing methods to program these into functional, designed proteins. CPD research is broad and not prescriptive, covering both fundamental and applied De Novo protein design. CPD’s three themes are:

- Programmable De Novo Protein Design – improving methods by combining rational, physics‑based and AI‑based approaches.
- Contextualised Protein Design – designing proteins that are fit for purpose such as working directly and optimally in cells, chemical reactors, etc.
- Biodesign for Sustainability and Healthcare – working with biotech and industry to deliver synthetic proteins addressing real‑world challenges and needs.

Responsibilities

- Conducting research, including publication and academic dissemination.
- Leading research, guiding and supervising students and researchers.
- Fundraising to establish strong research programmes and lead interdisciplinary projects.
- Teaching at all levels, including examination duties.




- Sharing knowledge with the wider scientific and non‑scientific communities, including public debates.
- Actively contributing to the management and development of the CPD through internal roles and responsibilities.
- Integrating the CPD into the wider University of Copenhagen and regional ecosystems.
- Contributing to broader academic assessments and endeavours.

Required Qualifications

- Strong track record in one or both of computational and experimental De Novo protein design.
- Alignment with one or more of CPD’s research themes outlined above.
- Ability to teach across protein science, biochemistry, pharmacology, structural biology or related subjects on the BSc, MSc and PhD programmes in one of the two host departments.
- Clear and structured plan for internal and external collaborations.
- Strong commitment to diversity, knowledge transfer, interdisciplinary collaboration, public engagement and societal impact.

Assessment Criteria for Tenure‑track Assistant Professor

- Positive publication trajectory in high‑level, international, peer‑reviewed ISI journals.
- Experience with personal research grants or participation in major grants.
- Research plans and publication records that demonstrate clear potential for attracting external funding.
- Strong commitment to innovative, student‑centred, research‑based teaching; documented university‑level teaching experience is an advantage.
- If lacking formal pedagogical qualifications,



completion of the University of Copenhagen’s Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Program for Assistant Professors.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Assessment Criteria for Associate Professor

- Substantial publication record in high‑level, international, peer‑reviewed ISI journals.
- Proven track record of securing major external research funding.
- Documented university‑level experience in delivering high‑quality undergraduate/graduate teaching and ability to explain and reflect on teaching practices.
- Formal pedagogical training or supervision equivalent to the University of Copenhagen’s teacher training program.
- Strong commitment to innovative, student‑centred research‑based teaching.
- Managerial and outreach qualifications and experience.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Terms of Employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff and terms of appointment and payment are according to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. Negotiation for salary supplement is possible. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

EEO Statement

The University of Copenhagen is an equal opportunity employer. The position is open to all qualified candidates, with final selection based on merit, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, nationality or background.

Important Dates

Application deadline: 2 August 2026, 23:59 GMT +2 .

Recruitment process: Interviews will be held on 21, 22, and 23 October 2026.

Employment start: 1 February 2027.

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