Assistant Professor in Companion Animal General Practice

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Job description
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences is looking for a highly motivated Assistant Professor in Companion Animal General Practice with a focus to strengthen and further develop research and clinical education within companion animal general practice. The position is fixed term for four years. The position is anchored in the Section for Companion Animal Clinical Practice and Diagnostics and placed within the Research group for Companion Animal General Practice, Dermatology and Didactics. The group contributes to interdisciplinary projects focusing on companion animal general medicine, surgery, companion animal health, welfare, and disease prevention, as well as infection control.

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences covers strong and internationally recognized research areas in clinical veterinary sciences. Based on these, we want to set a new standard for cross-disciplinary research, clinical education and innovation within animal health and disease and be among the best public workplaces in Denmark. Our research supports teaching in a manner and quality securing continued national and international bench marking. The culture of the department is typical Scandinavian: a flat structure with a tradition for close collaboration where all employees are expecting openness, mutual respect, and sharing of ideas, resources and competences.

Companion animal general practice is a strategic priority area within the department. The Research group for Companion Animal General Practice, Dermatology and Didactics is primarily focused on creating the evidence to support rational diagnosis and treatment decisions related to medical and surgical companion animal diseases in general practice supporting day-one competence clinical education. Further the group performs research to promote companion animal health and welfare, disease prevention, infection control, and antimicrobial stewardship. The group also leads the strategic initiative UCPH Center for Veterinary Simulation supporting evidence-based teaching methods. Our research group is responsible for and is developing the propaedeutic and clinical general companion animal practice curriculum ensuring our new graduates the essential day-one competencies needed. Furthermore we are also involved in the Departments post-graduate educations. The Section for Companion Animal Clinical Practice and Diagnostics includes faculty, teaching staff, diplomates, residents, and senior clinicians. We work closely with all the University Hospital for Companion Animals clinical disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.

The assistant professor will be expected to contribute actively to this profile with a particular focus on general practice and host-pathogen interactions and infection immunology.

Tasks
The position will have a clear focus on practice-oriented and implementation-focused research that can be easily translated into clinical and organizational practice. The position will also support the organization and teaching, including curriculum development across the fields of medicine, surgery and didactics in companion animal general practice. Collaboration with companion animal practice and outreach to other research groups across the department and externally within and outside the University of Copenhagen is essential.

Furthermore, the assistant professor will be expected to:

• Conducting research at a high international level within companion animal general practice.
• Publish and disseminate research results to both scientific and public audiences.
• Contribute with research-based teaching and educational development for veterinary students and supervising thesis projects at bachelor’s and master’s levels.
• Contribute to clinical work within companion animal general practice.
• Participate in grant writing and fundraising for research and clinical outreach.
• Contribute to an active academic environment by joining the department’s formal forums and working groups
• Be motivated to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with national and international partners.
• Have a collegiate spirit and commitment to collaborate and build relationships
• Participate in administrative duties related to teaching, research, and clinical coordination.

Qualifications
We are looking for a PhD-level veterinarian with a strong research profile in companion animal general practice, health and welfare, disease prevention, infection immunology, and/or antimicrobial stewardship. The ideal candidate is passionate about combining clinical practice with impactful research and public engagement.

• PhD degree within veterinary science or a related field.
• DVM degree and authorization to practice veterinary medicine in Denmark, or hold a veterinary degree, which allow for obtaining a Danish Veterinary License within six months after accepting the job offer - for more information follow this link.  
• Documented research experience in companion animal infection immunology, health and welfare, disease prevention and/or antimicrobial stewardship.
• Documented teaching and/or supervisory experience at university level.
• In-depth understanding of the companion animal general practice through relevant clinical and research experiences and/or education.
• Excellent communication skills and speaks and understands English (spoken and written).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with interdisciplinary national and international research collaboration.
• Proficiency in Danish or willingness to learn within 3 years of employment according to UCPH policy.
• Experience in public science communication and outreach.
• Familiarity with grant writing and project coordination.

Assessment of applicants will primarily consider their level of documented, internationally competitive research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Documented teaching qualifications and propaedeutic and clinical teaching experience in a specialized university hospital setting is preferred.

Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. The six criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding and leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates. Furthermore, each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Please read more at jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterie...  

For further information about the position, please contact Associate Professor Tina Møller Sørensen, Section of Clinical practice & Diagnostics on tel. +45 35 32 08 57 or e-mail timssund.ku.dk .

The position is open from 15 June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University wishes our staff to reflect on the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

Application

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below, and should include:

• A motivation letter (max. one page)
• A detailed Curriculum vitae (CV) incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position (max. two pages)
• Degree certificates (including Master’s and Ph.D.-diploma or equivalent)
• A research plan detailing the applicant’s ideas and plans for her/his future research work
• If applicable, a teaching portfolio detailing the candidate’s prior teaching and supervision experience and formal pedagogical training.
• A complete publication list and separate reprints of up to 5 publications considered relevant by the candidate.

The deadline for applications is 27 March 2026, 23:59 GMT +1

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

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Info

Application deadline: 27-03-2026

Employment start: 15-06-2026

Working hours: Full time

Department/Location: Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences

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