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Postdoc in Soil Microbiome Assembly - DTU Bioengineering Technical University of Denmark in Denmark

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Postdoc

Field of study

Evolutionary Biology

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2-year full-time postdoctoral appointment; salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations, with supplements negotiable according to DTU salary structure.

Deadline

Nov 14, 2026

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Denmark

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Technical University of Denmark

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Evolutionary Biology
Environmental Science
Biology
Earth Science
Microbiome Research
Genomic

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About this position

Postdoctoral research in soil microbiome assembly at DTU Bioengineering focuses on how soil microbial communities assemble and how those processes can be used to improve soil inoculants. The project brings together ecological and evolutionary theory with applied microbiome engineering, aiming to design more effective strategies for shaping soil microbiomes.

The postdoc will join an international research team in the Section of Microbial and Chemical Ecology within DTU Bioengineering. The work combines theory with hands-on research in large-scale field projects, including establishing, maintaining, and sampling experimental sites. The project is positioned at the intersection of microbial ecology, evolutionary biology, and microbiome science, with a clear emphasis on translating fundamental concepts into practical approaches for soil systems.

The successful candidate will work closely with Professor Jennifer Martiny and benefit from DTU’s cutting-edge infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaborations. The department emphasizes a strong research environment with international connections, and the position is embedded in a setting with broad expertise in biotechnology, biomedicine, and scientific advice.

This opening is particularly suited to a researcher with experience in genomics, metagenomics, microbial or molecular bench work, -omics technologies, and field-based research, especially where these skills support the study of microbial communities in soil. The role also involves independent work, organization, teamwork, and communication in an international setting.

Funding details

2-year full-time postdoctoral appointment; salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations, with supplements negotiable according to DTU salary structure.

What's required

A PhD in microbial ecology or evolution, microbiology, or a closely related area is preferred, and as a formal qualification the candidate must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent). Applicants should have a record of publication in peer-reviewed journals demonstrating research excellence in microbiome science and its applications, a strong background in genomic and metagenomic analysis of microbial communities, experience in microbial or molecular bench work and/or -omics technologies, experience in field-based research, experience working in teams and/or supervising at university level, the ability to work independently, good organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, willingness to conduct fieldwork locally and internationally, and strong written and oral communication skills in English.

How to apply

Submit the application online via the Apply now link. Upload one PDF file in English containing a cover letter, CV, academic diplomas (MSc/PhD), and a list of publications. Applications must be received by 14 November 2026 at 23:59 Danish time.

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