DANEMO (the Danish EMBL Node) is looking for a curious and creative student assistant who wants hands-on experience working at the intersection of science, communication, and international collaboration. DANEMO connects Danish researchers and universities with the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), one of Europe’s leading research organizations, and helps promote training opportunities, networking, and collaboration across the life science community.
As our student assistant, you will work closely with the DANEMO coordination team and help shape how we communicate with researchers across Denmark and internationally. You will contribute to newsletters, website updates, and social media, helping us highlight exciting research opportunities, events, and collaborations within the EMBL network. This role offers room to bring your own ideas and creativity, especially when it comes to developing DANEMO’s social media presence and making our communication engaging and visible to the community.
This is a great opportunity for a student who is interested in science communication, digital outreach, and international research networks, and who would like practical experience building communication skills in a dynamic and international environment.
As our student assistant, you will support the DANEMO coordinators with communication and administrative tasks that help maintain and develop DANEMO’s outreach activities.
Your tasks will include, for example:
- Preparing and distributing the DANEMO newsletter
- Updating and maintaining the DANEMO website
- Assisting with DANEMO social media communication
- Supporting communication related to DANEMO events and opportunities
- Preparing communication materials and online content
- Providing general administrative support for DANEMO activities
The position provides valuable experience in science communication and international research collaboration.
We are looking for a motivated and organized student with an interest in science communication and research environments.
We expect that you:
- Are currently enrolled as a student at a university
- Have strong written and spoken English skills
- Are comfortable working with digital communication platforms
- Have good organizational skills and attention to detail
- Are able to work independently and take initiative
- Have an interest in research, science communication, or international collaboration
We offer a flexible student position in an international research environment connected to leading life science institutions across Europe.
The position provides relevant experience for students interested in careers in science communication, research administration, or research policy.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the multi-union collective agreement for the Organisations of Public Employees—Denmark (State) (OAO-S) and the trade union agreement for clerical staff etc. (HK/State).
Working hours are 6 hours per week and can be organized flexibly in relation to holidays, exams, etc.
Starting date is 1 June 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is available as long as you remain an active student, with funding currently secured until 31 December 2027.
The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus.
Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 18 May 2026.
Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and documentation for study activity. In the application, we would like to hear a little about you, your competencies and why you are applying for the position.
For further questions you may contact Jennifer Hemphill, Industry Liaison Officer, DTU Bioengineering, Email: jenhem@dtu.dk
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
About DANEMO
DANEMO (Danish EMBL Node) connects Danish life science researchers with the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and promotes collaboration between Danish universities and EMBL’s international research programs. Through communication activities, events, and partnerships, DANEMO strengthens Denmark’s engagement in European molecular life science research.
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