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PhD fellowship in Parkinson's Disease and Environmental Epidemiology

PACE is hiring a PhD student starting 1 August 2026. 

Application deadline is 24 May, 2026.

Are you interested in uncovering how environmental factors affect Parkinson's Disease?

We invite applications for a fully financed 3-year PhD position focusing on environmental causes of Parkinson's disease. The project combines national health registers, detailed environmental data, and advanced epidemiological methods in a strong interdisciplinary research environment.

The position is a close collaboration between PACE, Department of Clinical Medicine, and Department of Public Health at Aarhus University, and you will work closely with leading researchers in Parkinson's disease and environmental epidemiology. 

We are looking for candidates with:

  • A Master's degree in Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology or related fields
  • Interest in registry-based and data-driven research
  • Strong analytical skills and scientific curiosity

Full job posting can be found at the Graduate School of Health, AU 

 


Research Administrator (Forskningsadministrator)

Join our growing research centre as a Research Administrator, supporting our research teams with HR, finance, coordination, and day-to-day operations. The position is available from September 2026.

Application deadline is 17 June, 2026.

You will work closely with group leaders, PhD students, and colleagues, helping ensure smooth workflows across projects and departments. 

As the centre continues to develop, you will also have the opportunity to take on new responsibilities.  

Find the full job posting at the AU website  (in Danish)

SOON TO BE ANNOUNCED

Group leader in live-cell in vitro analysis of cellular dysfunction in Parkinson's disease

PACE is hiring a group leader (Associate Professor level) for a 5-year full-time position starting 1 November 2026. 

Your work will include advanced 4D imaging and omics to explore neuronal activity, organellar dynamics, and synaptic function. 

What you will do:

  • Build and lead a research group in live-cell in vitro analysis of cellular dysfunction in PD
  • Publish high-impact research and secure external funding
  • Teach and supervise (PhD) students
  • Collaborate across disciplines within PACE

We are looking for:

  • A strong international research profile in live-cell neuroscience
  • Proven expertise in advanced imaging and in vitro models
  • Experience with iPSC-derived neurons, organoids, and omics approaches
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills

An attractiv start-up package is included.

Full job posting coming soon.