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Postdoc in Plant Biochemistry and Biological Nitrification Inhibitors University of Copenhagen in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Biochemistry

Funding

Postdoc fellowship financed by a grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Employment is for 18 months, full time. No stipend amount is stated.

Deadline

Sep 9, 2026

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Denmark

University

University of Copenhagen

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Keywords

Biochemistry
Computer Science
Molecular Biology
Chemistry
Biotechnology
Biology
Analytical Chemistry
Metabolic Engineering
Plant Biochemistry
Bioinformatic

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About this position

University of Copenhagen is advertising a Postdoc in Plant Biochemistry at the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences (PLEN), working with Tomas Laursen and the Dynamic Metabolons Research Group.

The project focuses on plant biochemistry, biological nitrification inhibitors (BNIs), biosynthetic pathways, and the reconstruction of complete metabolic pathways in yeast for the bioproduction of BNIs. The research combines bioinformatics, biochemistry, and molecular biology to identify missing biosynthetic enzymes and better understand how plants produce and secrete bioactive compounds from roots.

Applicants are sought from backgrounds in biology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioinformatics, or biotechnology. The post is described as a dynamic, international research environment with modern laboratories, plant growth facilities, and a metabolomics platform.

This is a postdoc fellowship funded by a grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The appointment starts on 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter and lasts 18 months. The application deadline is 9 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1.

To apply, submit the application electronically through the university job portal. Required documents include a motivated letter, CV, original diplomas for BSc and MSc degrees, transcripts of records, and optionally a publication list and reference letters.

Funding details

Postdoc fellowship financed by a grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Employment is for 18 months, full time. No stipend amount is stated.

What's required

Candidates should have relevant qualifications in biology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioinformatics or biotechnology. The post requires relevant publications, relevant work experience, other relevant professional activities, a curious mindset with a strong interest in the research field, and excellent English language skills. Applicants must submit a motivated letter, CV, diplomas and transcripts, and publication/reference materials if available.

How to apply

Apply electronically via the APPLY NOW link on the University of Copenhagen job portal. Submit the application in English with a motivated letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, and optional publication list and reference letters.

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