PhD position at the Translational Research Centre (TRACE) – Sensory Biology Unit The current position (available from of 1st of March 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter) is made available through Funding from the Lundbeck Foundation
The position is initially a full-time, Research Assistant Position, with the intent of enrollment into PhD position during that time. The workplace is localized at TRACE, at Rigshospitalet in Glostrup and the position is at the Sensory Biology Unit. You will primarily work with rodent models of migraine. The work will mainly be ex vivo with in vivo elements, with particular focus on cellular signaling mechanisms involving key neuropeptides and neurotransmitters within migraine-relevant intracranial structures. Tools and methods include advanced techniques for neuropeptide detection, optogenetics and approaches supporting ex vivo model development.
The workplace The Sensory Biology Unit lead by Professor Kristian A. Haanes, and is focused on understanding the fundamental processes underlying the sensory innervation with particular focus on pain-related sensory neurons.
Your profile: You should be a proactive and enthusiastic researcher with:
- A MSc degree in life sciences, engineering (such as biomedical or biotechnology) or similar.
- Experience in Neuroscience is considered positively
- Must hold or be willing to obtain a FELASA license
- Strong English communication skills, orally and in writing.
- Excellent collaborative skills.
Your position You will initially be employed as a research assistant, during which you will work in close collaboration with the Prof. Haanes, and create a detailed PhD-plan. You will then be enrolled into the PhD school at the Department of Health Tech, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). We will ensure funding for the project; however, the employee is expected to apply for additional grants as part of the PhD.
Salary and Terms of Employment Salary, pension and terms of employment are in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Regions (“Danske Regioner”) and the relevant professional organization. The salary depends on background, education and seniority. We see diversity as strength and encourage everyone regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disabilities or religion to apply.
How to apply Applications should include:
- Motivation letter (max. 1 page)
- Curriculum Vitae - summarizing education, positions, and academic work (max 2 pages);
- Copies of educational certificates, e.g. Confirmation of a completed MSc
Applications must be submitted online through the Region H job portal, click here.
Application deadline: January 23rd, 2026 at 12:00 (CET). Applications will be evaluated, and applicants called in for interview on a running basis. For further information regarding the position, please contact Prof. Kristian A. Haanes on email: khaa0039@regionh.dk
