166428 Clinical Professor of Rheumatology with special focus on the Influence of Obesity on

166428 Clinical Professor of Rheumatology with special focus on the Influence of Obesity on Osteoarthritis (Fixed-Term, 5 Years) Clinical Professor in Rheumatology with special focus on the influence of obesity on osteoarthritis (Fixed-Term, 5 Years) Department of Clinical Medicine Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences University of Copenhagen The University seeks to appoint a clinical professor of Rheumatology with special focus on the influence of obesity on osteoarthritisto commence as soon as possible. The externally funded professorship is combined with a consultancy at the Parker Institute/Osteoarthritis Outpatient Clinic at Copenhagen University Hospital – Bispebjerg Frederiksberg in the Capital Region. Both the professorship and the consultancy will be financed by Parker Institute, Copenhagen University Hospital – Bispebjerg Frederiksberg. Job description In the consideration of applications for the professorship, the main emphasis will be on the applicant's ability to document a high level of original scientific work at an international level within the area of Rheumatology. The professor’s responsibilities will primarily consist of: Research, including publication/academic dissemination - The research will focus on osteoarthritis in combination with obesity with a particular emphasis on prevention, primary and secondary. Treatment strategies must be developed to encompass both the still active part of the population as well as the more sedentary, typically elderly group of people with reduced possibility for exercise. The effect of various dietary and pharmacological regimens must be clarified, especially the potential sarcopenia during rapid weight loss as obtained e.g. by GLP1-RA medications. Research-based teaching, including associated examination - The teaching will include both pre- and postgraduate activities for medical students, doctors aiming at specialization in rheumatology, orthopaedic surgeons, with a focus on evidence-based treatment strategies for the combination of obesity and osteoarthritis. Research leadership, including guidance and supervision of researchers - The professor is expected to lead research in non-surgical treatments in osteoarthritis of different joints, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration between clinical practice and research, and contribute to the development of new treatment strategies. Furthermore, the professor will work to promote the implementation of research findings into clinical practice to optimize patient care. Obligation to share knowledge with the rest of society, including participation in public debate Academic assessments Required qualifications To be qualified for a clinical professor position, you will be assessed according to these five overall criteria for recognising merit at the University of Copenhagen: research, teaching, innovation & societal impact, organisational contribution and leadership. Find information about each criterion . Applicants are encouraged to read the University of Copenhagen's Guidance on the merit criterion Innovation and Societal Impact here Furthermore, each applicant must be able to: Document a high degree of original academic production at an international level, including considerable contributions to the development of the academic discipline Manage research and other management functions, e.g. engage in the university’s external academic activities, as well as knowledge and technology transfer Provide research-based teaching The professor is also required to possess good interpersonal and communicative skills. Terms of employment The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of five years. Extension is possible if the employed candidate performs well in the position. For the professorship the appointee will receive a pensionable annual honorarium of 219.882,33 DKK (1 August 2026 level). The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2026. The closing date for applications is 23.59 p.m. CET, 14 October 2026. Part of the InternationalAllianceof Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. Info Employment start: Start as soon as possible Working hours: Part time Contact: University of Copenhagen ku@ku.dk #J-18808-Ljbffr