TENURE TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

The Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Faculty of Engineering and Science, Aalborg University invites applications for one

position as tenure track assistant professor within the fields of environmental biotechnology. The positions are open from 1

February 2027, or soon thereafter. Place of the positions is in Section of Environmental Microbiology with workplace in Aalborg,

Denmark. Tenure track assistant professors are appointed for a period of six years with the prospect of performance-based

promotion to a tenured position as Associate Professor. Tenure track assistant professors are expected to have international

academic standing, demonstrating acclaimed competitive research, and/or have a recognized high potential for future impact. Your

work tasks     At the department we have a strong focus on biotechnological topics within both research and teaching portfolios

and this aligns well the visions and sustainability goals of our Faculty of Engineering and Science (Engineering areas of

sustainability) and the “Knowledge for the World” strategy of Aalborg University (AAU's Strategy). Our mission in this regard is

to contribute with solutions that enables a sustainable development by management of microbial communities, aid in climate change

mitigation, and solutions that reduces biodiversity loss in agricultural and natural systems. The position will have its main

emphasis on research and teaching with the areas of environmental biotechnology, microbial ecology and process engineering. The

activities will mainly be associated to Center for Microbial Communities (link). We are looking for applicants with documented

research and teaching experience within the following research area: Microbial community ecology and process engineering in

relation to advanced water/wastewater treatment and/or resource recovery. The tenure track assistant professor’s duties will

primarily include theoretical and experimental research within the above field, including contributions to collaborative and

interdisciplinary work, obligations with regard to publication/scientific communication and research-based teaching including

supervision of project work which is an integrated part of the AAU Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach to teach and supervise

students. Your Competencies The tenure track assistant professor must have an academic standing showing internationally

competitive research, and/or have recognized high potential to make a future impact. Assessment of applicants will primarily

consider their level of documented research. The ability to attract external funding will also be part of the evaluation criteria

together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications should be documented, and teaching qualifications and teaching

experience are taken into account in evaluating the candidates. Hands-on experience with PBL learning is an advantage.

Qualification requirements Applicants for a tenure track assistant professorship must have academic qualifications at PhD level.

When appointing tenure track assistant professors, Aalborg University also place particular emphasis on:

• The candidate can

demonstrate a high degree of autonomy in their previous education and employment path - The candidate shows considerable research

potential and a strong scientific profile with the ability to contribute to interdisciplinary research - The candidate has

demonstrated experience in the supervision or co-supervision of PhD students. - The candidate has academic experience from several

universities and/or research institutions and preferably international experience - The candidate is a skilled communicator with

the ability to communicate complex scientific topics effectively to researchers and practitioners - The candidate writes and

speaks English at the academic level - The candidate is expected to meet the criteria for permanent employment as an associate

professor at Aalborg University at the end of the tenure track process Who we are At the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience

(BIO), our high-level research spans from basic to applied within both natural sciences and engineering. With approx. 150

employees, 75 PhD students, and 775 bachelor and master’s students at our campuses in Aalborg (main campus) and Esbjerg, we are a

vital research and educational institution when it comes to creating new basic knowledge as well as contributing to solving the

world’s challenges within biology, chemistry, biotechnology, bioengineering, environmental science, and chemical engineering. We

continuously improve our department as an attractive place of work and study. We offer flexible hours, social activities

throughout the year both at the department level and in each Section. We are inclusive and have respect for individuals,

communities, and cultures. Our work culture is founded on openness, curiosity, transparency, and involvement. Come join us! Read

more about the department here; Welcome to the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience - en.bio.aau.dk - Aalborg University

Assessment in connection with transfer to associate professorship The assessment in connection with transition to tenure as an

associate professor normally takes place in the final six months of the tenure track assistant professors’ employment. However,

the employee may request that an assessment take place at an earlier time in the first four years. If this assessment finds that

the employee is not academically qualified, they may request another assessment within the final six months of their period of

employment. A maximum of two assessments may take place. The assessment, on transition to the associate professorship, will as a

minimum, emphasize the following qualifications in relation to the scientific subject area of the tenure track assistant

professorship: - Research qualifications equivalent to the level that can be achieved on the basis of satisfactorily completed

employment as tenure track assistant professor. - Documented scientific production at international level. Assessment will be

based on up to ten selected publications selected by the employee. - Documentation of pedagogical supervision and upgrading of

qualifications, including a positive written assessment of teaching qualifications. The assessment will also be based on the

employee's teaching portfolio. - The level of contribution to an active academic environment as well as the ability to collaborate

and build relationships. - The level of experience with grant proposals and experience of communicating research to relevant

stakeholders. If the tenure track assistant professor fails to request that their qualifications be assessed in the last year of

their period of employment or if they are assessed as not academically qualified, the university must immediately initiate

dismissal proceedings in accordance with the collective agreement rules. How to apply  Your application must include the

following: - Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions

for the position - Curriculum Vitae (CV) - Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD diploma) - List of publications, with an

indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of five

publications. - Documentation of teaching qualifications. Please see guidelines for teaching portfolio at The Technical Faculty

of IT and Design, The Faculty of Engineering and Science and The Faculty of Medicine. If this is not enclosed, the applicant must

enclose the reasons for this . - Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in

organisations etc. - Additional qualifications in relation to the position - References/recommendations You can read more about

the requirements for your application here.    The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system,

which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.  Aalborg University wants to reflect the

surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is

encouraged to apply for the position.  Aalborg University has a policy of parallel language use. The successful applicant is

expected, with support from the university, to acquire Danish language skills over time and to be able to contribute to teaching

in Danish within 2–5 years of employment, including grading and supervising students, at a level corresponding to the teaching

undertaken. Danish language courses will be offered as part of the employment. Do you have any questions?  If you have any

questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.

Further information  Read more about our recruitment process here   The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a

shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here.  The hiring process at Aalborg

University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety,

compliance, and integrity of the workplace.  Salary and terms of employment The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial

Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at

Universities. Furthermore, your terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish

Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) and protocol on certain terms of employment of

academic staff at universities. You can find information about the salary and salary structure for the position in the Salary

Overview for Recruitment - Scientific positions (VIP). Please refer to the introductory section of the page and the section

entitled “Tenure track assistant professor/Tenure track researcher”.