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Postdoc in Plant-Derived Extracellular Vesicles at Aarhus University Aarhus University in Denmark
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biochemistry
Funding
2-year postdoc position funded under the Villum Experiment programme. Salary and terms are according to the Danish collective labor agreement and basic salary steps 4-8.
Deadline
Oct 29, 2026
Country
Denmark
University
Aarhus University
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Postdoc opportunity in plant-derived extracellular vesicles at Aarhus University, Department of Food Science / Differentiated and Biofunctional Foods, Faculty of Technical Sciences, in Denmark.
The project focuses on the isolation and characterization of extracellular vesicles from plants and understanding their cargo in relation to abiotic conditions. The postdoc will work on plant cultivation, optimization of extraction methods, development of targeted methods for assessing specific compounds, and bioactivity assays using mammalian cell lines.
Research keywords: plant-derived extracellular vesicles, extracellular vesicle isolation and characterization, plant biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, toxicology, qPCR, miRNA mapping, LC-MS, mammalian cell culture, bioactivity assays.
Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, toxicology or a related field. Hands-on experience with extracellular vesicle isolation/characterization is preferred, and experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular techniques is an advantage. The department also values interdisciplinary collaboration, creativity, initiative, and strong communication skills.
Funding: the position is a 2-year postdoc funded under the Villum Experiment programme. Salary and employment terms follow the Danish collective labor agreement.
Deadline: applications must be submitted by 2026-10-29.
How to apply: submit the application via Aarhus University's recruitment system. Include a CV, degree certificate, publication list, future research plan, research activity information, teaching portfolio, and verified teaching experience if applicable.
Funding details
2-year postdoc position funded under the Villum Experiment programme. Salary and terms are according to the Danish collective labor agreement and basic salary steps 4-8.
What's required
Applicants should hold a PhD in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, toxicology or a similar field. Preferred candidates have documented hands-on experience with extracellular vesicle isolation and characterization, and experience with culturing mammalian cells and molecular techniques such as qPCR, miRNA mapping, and LC-MS is considered positive. Strong collaborative skills, interdisciplinary experience, creative thinking, personal drive, and excellent communication skills are valued.
How to apply
Apply through Aarhus University's recruitment system via the job advertisement page. Submit the application in English with a CV, degree certificate, complete publication list, statement of future research plans, information about research activities, teaching portfolio, and verified teaching experience if any.
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