Academic Technical Assistant for Behavioral and Neurobehavioral Testing, Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Southern Denmark

The Department of Molecular Medicine Faculty of Health Sciences University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a full-time Academic Technical Assistant in the Phenotyping Core of the newly established Danish Center for Mouse Transgenics and Advanced Phenotyping (DCM-TAP).

The position is available from September 1 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is offered for an initial period of 3 years.

About DCM-TAP
DCM-TAP is a newly established open-access research infrastructure at SDU integrating state-of-the-art mouse transgenics advanced phenotyping and microsurgery. The center is located at the new SUND campus directly connected to Odense University Hospital providing a unique environment for translational biomedical research.
The Phenotyping Core focuses on advanced behavioral neurological metabolic and physiological phenotyping of mouse models and supports researchers from SDU other universities hospitals and industry.

Position and responsibilities
The successful candidate will play a central role in the daily operation and establishment of the Phenotyping Core with primary responsibility for metabolic behavioral and neurobehavioral testing in mice.

Key tasks include:
Planning performing and optimizing behavioral tests in mice including tests of locomotion anxiety-related behavior learning and memory motor coordination and social behavior
Animal handling and experimental work in accordance with approved animal protocols and welfare regulations
Operation maintenance and quality control of advanced behavioral and activity monitoring systems (e.g. video-based tracking systems IntelliCage maze-based assays)
Data acquisition basic analysis documentation and data management
Training and supervision of users (PhD students postdocs researchers) in standardized phenotyping protocols
Contributing to the development validation and standardization of new phenotyping assays
Close collaboration with academic staff animal caretakers veterinarians and other core facilities
Depending on qualifications the position may also include participation in course activities workshops and user support.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a masters degree in biology biomedicine neuroscience engineering or a related life science discipline.

Technical and computational skills
We place strong emphasis on technical computational and data-driven skills and candidates with such profiles are strongly encouraged to apply.
In particular we value experience with:
Data analysis automation or computational workflows related to experimental research
Programming or scripting (e.g. Python MATLAB R or similar)
AI- or machine learningbased approaches for data analysis pattern recognition image/video analysis or behavioral phenotyping
Handling and processing large datasets including behavioral or imaging data
Confident use of computers hardware/software systems and technical troubleshooting
Interest in developing or implementing AI-assisted analysis pipelines in a research core facility

Experience with AI does not have to be formal but practical hands-on experience and strong technical aptitude are considered a major advantage.

Additional qualifications
Documented experience with rodent work preferably mice
Experience with behavioral testing and phenotyping in rodents is an advantage
Solid practical skills in animal handling and experimental procedures
FELASA certification (or willingness to obtain it)
Familiarity with behavioral analysis software (e.g. EthoVision ANY-maze VideoMot) is an advantage
Ability to work independently in a structured manner and with strong attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international research environment
Proficiency in spoken and written English

We offer
A challenging and stimulating position in a new high-profile research infrastructure
A collaborative international and interdisciplinary research environment
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment
Opportunities for professional development and training
Employment at the University of Southern Denmark one of the leading universities in Denmark

Employment conditions
Employment shall take place in accordance with the framework agreement between the Ministry of Finance andAC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

Application procedure
The application must include:
1.A motivated cover letter
vitae
of relevant qualifications and experience

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All attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. Cover letter and CV can contain max. 5 Mb.

Deadline for applications is May 3 2026.

Contact information
For further information about the position please contact:
Professor Kate Lykke Lambertsen
Director Phenotyping Core DCM-TAP
Department of Molecular Medicine SDU
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