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Postdoc in Central Control of Energy Homeostasis at the University of Copenhagen University of Copenhagen in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 10, 2026

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Denmark

University

University of Copenhagen

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Biology
Single-cell Analysis
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Cardiometabolic Health
Neural Circuit
Spatial Transcriptomic

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About this position

Postdoctoral Fellow position in Central Control of Energy Homeostasis at the University of Copenhagen, within the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research (CBMR) and the Pers Group.

The project focuses on neural circuits that regulate body weight, glucose metabolism, and broader cardiometabolic health. The group has identified a previously uncharacterised neuronal population in the brain and is seeking a postdoc to functionally interrogate it using stereotactic viral delivery, in vivo fiber photometry, DREADDs, and neuroanatomical tracing in transgenic mouse models. The work will also integrate findings with single-cell and spatial transcriptomic datasets generated in the group and by collaborators.

This is an interdisciplinary environment combining human genetics, single-cell genomics, artificial intelligence, and experimental circuit neuroscience, with collaborations across the US, UK, Switzerland, and Denmark. The position is part of the CBMR International PhD & Postdoc Program.

Eligibility and requirements include a PhD in neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular biomedicine, biology, or a related field; a strong publication record; deep knowledge of central nervous control of energy homeostasis and hypothalamic/brainstem circuit neuroscience; and hands-on experience with rodent models, Cre-driver lines, Cre-dependent viral strategies, stereotactic surgery, fiber photometry, DREADDs/optogenetics, and tracing. Strong English communication skills are required.

The post is a full-time 2-year appointment. Salary, pension, and employment terms follow Danish university agreements, with possible supplements depending on qualifications. The application deadline is 2026-08-10, and the expected start date is 2026-11-15 or by agreement.

Apply online through the University of Copenhagen vacancy portal and upload the required documents: cover letter, CV, degree certificates, publication list, and references. If the PhD is not yet completed, a supervisor statement confirming completion before the start date is required.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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