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Postdoc in Neural Circuits of Sensorimotor Control at University of Copenhagen University of Copenhagen in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Neuroscience

Funding

Fixed-term postdoctoral position for 2 years. Salary starts at 42,000 DKK per month (approx. 5,618.63 EUR, August 2026 level), with possible supplement depending on qualifications, and the employer contributes an additional 18.07% to the pension fund. The project is supported by a Lundbeck Foundation Ascending Investigator Grant.

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Oct 14, 2026

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Denmark

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University of Copenhagen

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Keywords

Neuroscience
Computer Science
Psychology
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Motor Control
Optogenetics
Neuropsychology
Applied Behavior Analysis
User Behavior
Neural Circuit

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University of Copenhagen is advertising a Postdoc in Neural Circuits of Sensorimotor Control at the Department of Neuroscience in Copenhagen, Denmark. The position is based in the Bellardita Laboratory and is part of a research program supported by a Lundbeck Foundation Ascending Investigator Grant.

The project focuses on systems neuroscience, neural circuits, sensorimotor control, motor control, adaptive behavior, and computational analysis. The successful candidate will work with behaving mice and contribute to experiments involving in vivo neural recording and imaging, optogenetic/chemogenetic manipulation, quantitative behavioral paradigms, and analysis of neural and behavioral datasets.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Neuroscience, Neurobiology, Physiology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Required experience includes experimental neuroscience with rodents, at least one in vivo neural recording/manipulation method, quantitative analysis using Python or MATLAB, and the ability to work independently. Strong English communication skills are required. Helpful additional experience includes motor or sensorimotor neuroscience, machine learning, and behavioral task development.

The appointment is full time, fixed term for 2 years, with a planned start date of 1 January 2027 or by agreement. Salary starts at 42,000 DKK per month plus pension contributions, with possible supplement depending on qualifications.

Apply online in English by the deadline of 14 October 2026. The application must include a motivation letter, CV, PhD and MSc certificates (or supervisor statement if the PhD is not completed), and a publication list.

Funding details

Fixed-term postdoctoral position for 2 years. Salary starts at 42,000 DKK per month (approx. 5,618.63 EUR, August 2026 level), with possible supplement depending on qualifications, and the employer contributes an additional 18.07% to the pension fund. The project is supported by a Lundbeck Foundation Ascending Investigator Grant.

What's required

PhD in Neuroscience, Neurobiology, Physiology, Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline; experimental experience in systems, circuit or behavioral neuroscience; experience working with rodents; experience with at least one in vivo neural recording/manipulation method such as calcium imaging, electrophysiology, optogenetic or chemogenetic manipulation, or viral-vector and stereotaxic approaches; experience with quantitative data analysis using Python, MATLAB or comparable tools; ability to design, perform and troubleshoot experiments independently; strong communication and teamwork skills; excellent written and spoken English. Desirable experience includes quantitative behavioral analysis, motor or sensorimotor neuroscience, computational analysis of neural population activity, machine-learning approaches, and rodent behavioral task development.

How to apply

Submit an online application in English via the Apply now link. Include a motivated letter, CV, certified/signed PhD and MSc certificates (or supervisor statement if PhD is not completed), and a list of publications, all as PDF files.

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