BEMÆRK: Ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
At DTU Food we offer a PhD position where it will be investigated how selected microorganisms can be used for this purpose, that is, be used as bio-protectants.
The PhD student will join a dedicated research team with an excellent track record, led by Associate Professor Christian Solem.
Responsibilities and qualifications
In addition to the research tasks, the candidate should expect limited teaching obligations, and is moreover expected to partake in keeping the laboratory environment clean, and ensuring that laboratory equipment is being maintained.
The researcher will be involved in preparing a study plan and half-year reports, where the latter will be used to assess the PhD student, and ensure that progress is satisfactory. Other tasks will include preparing manuscripts for publication, and presenting data at conferences.
Candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- MSc. Degree in Biotechnology or Life Sciences - a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree
- Documented experience with physiological characterization of bacteria
- Documented experience with metabolic engineering of bacteria
- Documented experience with fermentation
- At least 1 peer-reviewed publication within the abovementioned topics
- Able to independently plan and carry out research
- Able to interact in groups and collaborate
- Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
Candidates with experience working with Lactic Acid Bacteria are preferred, but it is not a requirement for applying.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education
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Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Associate Professor Christian Solem, DTU Food.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. 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. The starting date is January or February 2024, with a specific date according to mutual agreement. The period of employment is 3 years.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Christian Solem, DTU Food, tel.: +45 30585533 or E-mail chso@food.dtu.dk.
You can read more about DTU Food here and about the research group for microbial biotechnology and biorefining group here .
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application
Please submit your online application no later than 13 December 2023 (23:59 Danish time)
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Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
The National Food Institute (DTU Food) works within six technical focus areas: Biotechnology, nutrition, food quality, food safety, food technology and environment & human 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. Read more at www.food.dtu.dk
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: 13-12-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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