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We are currently seeking a candidate to fulfil an open technical/administrative fulltime position at the National Food Institute, Research Group for Analytical Food Chemistry. Our Research Group holds an extensive analytical platform based on mass spectrometry and are involved in many aspects related to pesticide residue analyses.
We seek a skilled and experienced chemist to assist with scientific and technical tasks related to our function as EU reference laboratory for pesticide residues in cereals and feedstuff (EURL-CF). One of the main tasks of the EURLs is to contribute to the improvement and harmonisation of methods of analysis within their respective areas of competence. The activities provide the scientific and technical basis for future food and feed control in EU and the EURLs are important actors on the EU food safety scene.
Responsibilities
The candidate’s main responsibility is to ensure the operation and performance of advanced analytical equipment, take part in the daily running of the analytical laboratory and contribute to problem solving related to our function as EURL. The candidate will be involved in analysis of pesticide residues and optimization of analytical methods based on GC-MS and LC-MS and will be responsible for organising proficiency tests for >100 laboratories.
The candidate will join and work closely with the strong team of technicians and scientific staff and should expect to spend working hours in the laboratory.
Specific job tasks
The main tasks of the candidate will be associated to e.g.:
- Developing analytical methods for determination of pesticide residues in cereals and feedstuff.
- Planning of laboratory activities for the European Reference Laboratory activities on pesticides residues in cereals and feedstuff (EURL-CF).
- Contribute to technical reporting.
- Organising proficiency tests.
- Maintaining analytical instruments.
- Communication with members of the EURL-CFs network in Europe and worldwide.
- Assist with various technical and administrative tasks related to the EURL work.
The candidate may also be involved in other activities within the research group.
The ideal candidate
The candidate is expected to have solid knowledge of and experience within pesticide residue analyses. The preferred candidate is ambitious and structured, has a high motivation for research excellence and be able to work independent and committed with enthusiasm ad interest in the work area.
Priority will be given to applicants with documented experience in and/or knowledge of one or more of the following areas:
- An academic background in chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of experience and hands-on with pesticide residue analysis
- Minimum 5 years of experience and hands-on using GC/MS and/or LC/MS as well as other analytical techniques
- Experience with laboratory accreditation (ISO17025), analytical quality assurance and method validation
- Good skills in creating well-organized workflows
- Good communication skills including good command of English, both written and oral
- Sample handling (from sampling, analysis)
- You thrive on collaboration and teamwork in a multicultural environment
- Experience in method development and optimization and should be well acquainted with the use of software for data acquisition and instrument control
- Experience in automatic sample preparation is an advantage
- Experience with organising proficiency tests is an advantage
As a person you have a positive mindset, are service minded, good at keeping an overview as well as having a sense for details. You are willing to contribute to solving both smaller and larger practical tasks and be able to organize and prioritize time and tasks.
What we offer in return
We offer an interesting, varying, and challenging job in an international atmosphere. You will be given a job with great potential for own influence and varying tasks, which you plan together with the other members of the EURL-CF and the research group. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
Starting date is 1. October 2023 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is full time.
Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than Friday 8 September 2023.
Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates (BSc/MSc/PhD – in English).
For additional information about the position, please contact senior adviser Mette Erecius Poulsen (mpou@food.dtu.dk)
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All intereted candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
The National Food Institute, DTU
DTU Food or the National Food Institute do research within biotechnology, nutrition, food quality, food safety, food technology and environment & health. Activities cover a wide range of food products throughout the entire food chain from farm to table, comprising both research activities and research-based consulting and teaching. The institute prevents illness and promote heath, developing new and better foods for the growing population and creates sustainable technological solutions. Institute tasks are solved in a unik cross disciplinary cooperation in e.g. nutrition, chemistry, toxicology, microbiology, epidemiology, modelling and technology.
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, Anker Engelunds Vej, 2800 Kongens Lyngby
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 08-09-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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