BEMÆRK: Ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
If you are seeking to establish your career as a scientist and you are looking for the best possible foundation to do so, then the opportunity is right here. At DTU Bioengineering you will break new ground at the absolute forefront of enzyme technology and oxidative plant biomass conversion. We seek a full time PhD student for 3 years to join a project on the discovery and characterization of new enzymes for oxidative modification of plant biomass and to develop groundbreaking new knowledge on how to exploit lignocellulose as the future green resource.
Responsibilities and qualifications
You will be part of the research that leads DTU Bioengineering into the future for sustainable plant biomass utilization, within the research group Lignin Biotechnology. As our new PhD Student you will focus on discovery and characterization of new oxidative enzymes for plant cell wall deconstruction and lignin modifications. This will significantly strengthen the knowledge base for improving current technological solutions to plant biomass utilization
Your primary tasks will be:
- Discovery of new enzymes via bioinformatics or secretome analysis
- Perform molecular cloning, expression and purification of proteins
- Characterize new proteins with respect to activity, properties and behavior under specific assay conditions
- Perform and interpret measurements on authentic lignocellulosic biomass
- Perform extraction and pretreatment of plant biomass
- Perform biochemical assays and analytical techniques including chromatography and mass spectrometry
A formal requirement is that you must have 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. Besides, it is desirable if you are already acquainted with any of the skills necessary to perform the above-mentioned tasks but it is not a strict requirement.
You must have excellent communication skills in English both spoken and written.
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 will be done by Associate Professor Jane W. Agger who will also be the main supervisor.
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 starting date of the position is 1st of March 2024 or soon hereafter according to mutual agreement. The position is full time. 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 period of employment is 3 years.
You can read more aboutcareer paths at DTU here http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Prof. Jane W. Agger (jaag@dtu.dk)
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 procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 17 October 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. If you do not yet have a MSc diploma, please provide expected date for graduating.
You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications 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 Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine (DTU Bioengineering) is an international leader in the areas of biotechnology and biomedicine. Our engineering approach to all aspects of biotechnology and biomedicine positions us as a valuable player with unique competences in a growing bio-based economy and with health systems transforming towards personalized medicine. We have a clear focus on the needs in the life science industry and point towards innovation, new businesses, and scientific services for the benefit of society. The department has extensive collaborations with national and international research units and industry. DTU Bioengineering has approx. 400 employees, of which 2/3 are scientific staff. The department is located at DTU Lyngby Campus .
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: 17-10-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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