Assistant Professor (nontenured) in Computational Drug Design at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), Odense

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Odense - Denmark

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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A nontenured Assistant Professor position in Computational Drug Design is available from 1 July 2026 for a fixed term of 3 years at the Department of Physics Chemistry and Pharmacy Faculty of Science University of Southern Denmark (SDU) Odense.

We seek a candidate with strong documented expertise in computational drug design / computeraided drug discovery. Preferred competencies include molecular docking molecular dynamics and freeenergy methods (MD/FEP) machine learning for molecular design and proteinligand modelling. Experience bridging computational and experimental groups and the ability to establish interdisciplinary collaborations across the department is highly valued.

The position will be partly associated with Center for Pharmaceutical Data Science Education (CPDSE) and the chosen candidate is expected to contribute to the mission of CPDSE. Read more about CPDSE here: an independent highimpact research program in computational drug design.

  • Secure external funding for independent and collaborative research projects (national and international).
  • Supervise bachelor master and PhD students and mentor junior researchers.
  • Foster and lead collaborations between theoretical and experimental researchers within the department and with external partners including industry and academic groups.
  • Contribute to public outreach and communication activities.
  • Teach in degree programmes at the department primarily within pharmacy and molecular modelling courses.
  • Participate in departmental administration strategy development and educational programme development.
  • Skills

    The Department of Physics Chemistry and Pharmacy
    The departmentprovides a highly collaborative research environment spanning theoretical and experimental disciplines and strong opportunities for interdisciplinary projects and industry collaborations. Research areas relevant to this position include drug transport drug transporters and related pharmaceutical sciences enabling close interactions between computational projects and experimental validation.

    Our vision is to create and apply knowledge across the natural sciences. We are unique in housing research within physics chemistry and pharmacy under one department which provides excellent opportunities to explore the intersections between these disciplines.Read more about our vision here.

    Application and further information contact: Professor Jacob Kongsted Acting Head of Department

    Application salary etc.
    Appointment to the position will be in accordance with the salary agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please check links for more information onsalary(only available in Danish)and taxation.

    Applications will be assessed by an expert committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.

    The application must include the following:

    • A curriculum vitae
    • A full list of publications
    • Copy of PhD diploma
    • Copies of all publications on which the applicant wishes to be evaluated
    • A brief survey of the applicants most important research results and research plans for the next three years (max 2 pages recommended)
    • Teaching portfolio or statement of teaching experience and philosophy

    Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated. Please note that applicants are expected to have completed their PhD.

    The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

    Applications must be submitted electronically using the link Apply now. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDUbefore you apply.

    Since not all members of the appointment committee are Danish-speaking it is recommended that your application is submitted in English.

    Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.




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