Biomedical Laboratory Scientist for SCIENCE, Institute of Sports and Nutrition

Department of Exercise and Nutrition, Nutrition Section at the Faculty of Science (SCIENCE), University of Copenhagen seeks a bioanalyst for a fixed-term position with commencement 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The appointment ends after 2 years. The position is shift-free and full-time (37 hours per week).

About us

The Department of Exercise and Nutrition (NEXS) engages in research, education, innovation and outreach within nutrition, human physiology and sport at the highest international level and covers both health science as well as humanities and social science disciplines.

Read more here: Institute of Exercise and Nutrition – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk)

Nutrition research takes place at Frederiksberg Campus, where our bioanalysts also have offices and experimental facilities. The section conducts meal studies and longer-term dietary intervention studies with single foods or whole diets in children and adult study participants. The bioanalysts work in Denmark, but there are many collaborations in both high- and low-income countries. Participants may be healthy or belong to risk groups for disease or malnutrition.

The section develops new measurement methods for dietary intake, nutrition and health effects using modern laboratory methods. Several projects focus on healthy, sustainable diets.

The aim is to create the scientific basis for nutritional strategies, with the overarching goal of promoting health and preventing disease.

Read more here: Research – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk)

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities basically include carrying out the practical execution of our projects with voluntary test subjects, including blood sampling (including insertion of venflon), urine and feces collection, and analyses with many different types of equipment.

It is expected that you participate in the daily operation of the laboratory as well as assist with supervision and maintenance of equipment. You will be trained in the laboratory's functions, including setup of analyses, quality assurance and control. With many guests and colleagues from other countries, English is often the working language.

We expect

• That you are trained as a bioanalyst
• That you have interest in or experience with research projects or the like
• That you can work independently and take initiative
• That you are good with IT and can work on digital platforms
• That you speak and write flawless Danish and can English at user level
• That you can collaborate and be a good colleague

It would be advantageous if you have knowledge of ICH/GCP and GDPR regulations.

We offer

An attractive and independent job in an international environment at an exciting institute. We are dedicated colleagues who maintain an informal, open and respectful tone and place emphasis on quality, professionalism and dynamism in the work. We are a flexible workplace that prioritizes continuous professional and personal development as well as a suitable balance between work life and private life. We also offer a wide range of staff benefits and free parking.

Salary and employment terms

Employment as a bioanalyst is governed by the General Agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Union of Teachers and CO10 – The Central Organization of 2010 (LC/CO10 General Agreement) and the Organizational Agreement for Bioanalysts. There will be an opportunity to negotiate allowances based on qualifications. You can read more about salary levels in the state at www.loenoverblik.dk .

The position is initially 37 hours/week (fewer hours can be accommodated upon request)

Your application

Your application should include

• Targeted application in Danish
• CV
• Degree certificate

Application deadline is 8 November 2026

The university wishes to reflect the surrounding society and encourages everyone to apply for the position regardless of personal background.

Further information

The institute has about 200 employees. The institute is divided between Rolighedsvej 26 (Frederiksberg) and Nørre Allé 51 (Copenhagen N). The primary place of work will be Frederiksberg Campus at Rolighedsvej 26.

Questions about the position can be directed to Professor Susanne Bügel at tel. 35 33 24 90 ([email protected]) or Bioanalyst Jane Jørgensen 35 33 24 72 ([email protected])

You can read about the institute at www.nexs.ku.dk