[ref. m4400924] Aarhus Universitet - Administrative Coordinator within an International Research Program

• Plantemolekylærbiologi Administrative Coordinator within an International Research Program Ansøgningsfrist 22.

• Plantemolekylærbiologi Universitetsbyen 81 8000 Aarhus C Tidsbegrænset fuldtidsstilling 1.

• 30. sep 2026 ID: 18640 Søg stillingen The Plant Molecular Biology section at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics is looking for an engaged and well-organised colleague to play a key role in supporting the daily operations of a dynamic and ambitious research team.

You will serve as a central administrative coordinator for the research team and its leadership, helping to ensure that activities run efficiently and smoothly.The research team you will work with is leading an international program that brings together scientists from high-profile institutions across the globe to tackle one of agriculture’s most pressing challenges: making food production more sustainable and equitable.The focus of the program is to enhance and scale the use of beneficial microorganisms that naturally deliver essential nutrients to crops.

By reducing dependence on inorganic fertilizers, this approach offers a more sustainable and accessible solution—especially for smallholder farmers in resource-limited settings.Achieving this goal would mark a major scientific breakthrough, directly supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly the goal of ending hunger.

Your work will help ensure that the program’s innovations and impact are recognized worldwide.Expected start date and duration of employmentThis is a one–year position starting from 1 October 2025 or as soon possible with the posibility for extension.Your main responsibility will be to support the research team’s leadership in coordinating activities, managing priorities, and ensuring smooth communication across the team and with external collaborators.

You will act as a central point of contact, helping to align schedules, prepare meetings, and track progress across multiple projects.The position involves a variety of administrative and coordination tasks, including calendar management, travel planning, and internal communication.

You will work closely with both national and international partners in a dynamic and evolving research environment.This is a key support role with real responsibility, offering the opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of a high-level research team.Your profileYou have solid administrative experience, preferably from a research, university, or international setting, and are confident supporting leadership in a fast-paced environment.

You thrive in dynamic settings with multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities, maintaining a proactive and service-minded approach even under pressure.With a positive and collaborative mindset, you navigate easily across academic hierarchies, disciplines, and cultures.

You value clear communication and enjoy contributing to a well-functioning and supportive team environment.Who we areThe administrative coordinator will be affiliated to the Plant Molecular Biology section at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics from where the research program is led.The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics is part of the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Aarhus University and comprises research within the areas of Plant Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, RNA Biology and Innovation, Protein Science, Cellular Health, Intervention and Nutrition.

The department is responsible for two educations: Molecular Biology and Molecular Medicine with a yearly uptake of 160 students in total.Please refer to http://mbg.au.dk/ for further information about The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics and to http://www.au.dk/ for information on Faculty of Natural Sciences and Aarhus University, respectively.What we offer A full-time position starting with 1 year with the positbility of extension.

Place of work and area of employmentThe place of work is at Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with affiliated institutions.Contact informationFor further information, please contact: Professor, Simona Radutoiu, radutoiu@mbg.au.dk Formalities and salary rangeSalary and employment conditions are determined in relation to educational background and applicable collective agreement, which could, for example, be the joint collective agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and the Public Employees' Organizations as well as the organizational agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and HK/STAT for office clerks, laboratory technicians and IT employees or the AC collective agreement.Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop.

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