Plant transformation and gene editing specialist for core facility

Applications are invited for an academic employee position as plant transformation and gene editing specialist at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, Denmark.
 

Expected start date and duration of employment

This is a permanent position with starting date 1 February 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
 

Job description

The work will focus on development and application of plant transformation and gene editing methods. It will involve setting up a core facility for plant transformation and gene editing at the department and contributing to coordinating activities in this field of research at a national level.

Your profile

You have documented experience with plant transformation and gene editing. You are interested in developing and running a core facility servicing plant scientists.

You are able to communicate in English and able to communicate clearly with both core facility users and department management.

Experience with generation of transformed and gene-edited legumes is an advantage.
 

Who we are

You will be part of a dynamic environment at the Section for Plant Molecular Biology, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, where work is focused on the study of legumes. The research environment is cross-disciplinary with PIs specialized in bioinformatics, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology and genetics.
 

What we offer

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics offers:

• a well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories and access to shared equipment
• an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators
• a research climate encouraging lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research
• a work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities
• a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.

Aarhus is the second largest city in Denmark with top museums and dining available in a relaxed atmosphere (https://www.visitaarhus.com). The campus is located within walking distance of the city center, providing easy access to all the city has to offer.
 

Place of work and area of employment

The place of work is Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments. 
 

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Stig Uggerhøj Andersen, sua@mbg.au.dk
 

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than 28. november 2025.  
 

Formalities and salary range

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions. Or similar.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
 

Aarhus University

Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/