Postdoc in Human Neural Circuit Engineering – DTU Bioengineering

About the opportunity

This postdoctoral position is part of the ERC Synergy Grant ‘CUSTOM-MADE NEURONS FOR CELL THERAPY IN PARKINSON’S AND HUNTINGTON DISEASE’. The project aims to move beyond the ‘one-cell-fits-all’ approach to cell replacement therapy by developing neuronal cell products with defined molecular and functional properties adapted to different disease and patient needs. As a postdoc in the Bioanalytics group, you will establish human brain organoid and connectoid platforms, generate defined neuronal and glial populations, design molecular tools, and implement genetically encoded neurotransmitter biosensors for real-time detection of neuronal activity.

Salary and benefits

• Employment for a period of 2 years and 3 months starting November 1st, 2026.
• Salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations, with negotiable supplements.
• A rewarding and challenging job in an international, highly collaborative, and academically free environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities in bioelectrochemistry, 3D printing/bioprinting, and cell/organoid-on-chip devices.

Who can apply?

• Must hold a PhD in neuroscience, stem cell biology, neuroengineering, or a closely related field.
• Substantial research experience following the PhD (preferably 4 years or more).
• A strong publication record demonstrating the ability to independently develop, perform, and communicate experimental research.
• Experience in collaborative research environments and willingness to travel to consortium members' labs for research visits.
• Relevant experience in areas such as human pluripotent stem cell-derived neural cultures, direct neuronal reprogramming, molecular cloning, genetically encoded fluorescent tools, axonal tracing, or transcriptomics is highly desirable.

Required documents

• Application (cover letter)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD in English)
• List of publications
• Letters of recommendation (at least two)
• Note: All materials must be submitted in English as a single PDF file.

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted no later than September 22, 2026, at 23:59 Danish time.

How to apply

• Click the 'Apply now' link on the official job portal.
• Fill out the online application form.
• Attach all required application materials in English as a single PDF file.
• Submit the application before the deadline.

Additional information

• The position is located at the DTU Lyngby Campus in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
• Open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates due to security and export control rules for critical technology.
• The assessment and selection procedure is open, transparent, merit-based, and aligned with the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.