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Postdoc in Plant-Dairy Hybrid Foods at University of Copenhagen University of Copenhagen in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Food Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

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Denmark

University

University of Copenhagen

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Keywords

Food Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Chemical Engineering
Biology
Nutrition
Microscopy
Rheology
Bioprocessing
Light Scattering
Sustainable Food

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Postdoc opportunity in Plant-Dairy Hybrid Foods at the Department of Food Science, University of Copenhagen (KU FOOD).

This postdoctoral position is part of the research project Boosting Dairy Side Stream Value through Hybrids (BoostDairy), focused on developing next-generation plant-dairy hybrid foods that improve nutritional and sensory quality while reducing environmental impact. The work is carried out in close collaboration with Arla Foods Ingredients and Arla Foods a.m.b.a., and is financed by the Danish Milk Levy Fund and the Novo Nordisk Foundation.

The successful candidate will join the Food Proteins research group within the section Ingredient and Dairy Technology. Core research activities include process optimisation, structural characterisation of hybrid matrices, and related experimental work. The role also includes research dissemination, teaching, supervision of BSc/MSc students, and collaboration with a PhD candidate.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must hold a PhD degree related to the subject area. Strong experience is sought in food/bioprocessing unit operations, food structure characterisation (rheology, microscopy, scattering, etc.), dairy technology, plant-based foods, and design of experiments. Excellent English and scientific communication skills are required, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Position details: full-time, 1.5 years. Expected start date is 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Application deadline: 31 August 2026 at 23:59 GMT+2. Apply via the provided link. For project questions, contact Norbert Raak at [email protected].

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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