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Technical University of Denmark

Postdoctoral Positions in Microbial Expression Engineering and Sustainable Protein Production Technical University of Denmark in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Biomedical Engineering

Funding

The positions are funded as postdoctoral roles, likely offering a competitive salary and benefits according to DTU and Novo Nordisk standards. No specific stipend or tuition details are provided.

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Expired

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Denmark

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Technical University of Denmark

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Keywords

Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Biology
Resiliency
bio engineering

About this position

Two postdoctoral positions are available at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Bioengineering Department, in collaboration with Novo Nordisk’s Microbial Expression Engineering Department in Måløv. This academic-industrial partnership, led by Professor Uffe Hasbro Mortensen, focuses on advancing sustainable protein and peptide production by engineering industrial yeasts to broaden carbon-source utilization and enhance stress resilience. The research aims to address key challenges in industrial biotechnology and bioengineering, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovative microbial expression systems.

Candidates will join a dynamic team working at the intersection of academia and industry, gaining exposure to cutting-edge research in yeast engineering, protein production, and microbial biotechnology. The project offers opportunities to develop new methods for improving the efficiency and sustainability of bioprocesses, with potential applications in pharmaceuticals and industrial enzyme production.

Applicants should hold a PhD in bioengineering, biology, chemical engineering, or a related field, and have experience in yeast engineering, protein or peptide production, or microbial biotechnology. The positions are funded and offer a competitive salary and benefits according to DTU and Novo Nordisk standards. For more information and to apply, visit the DTU career site or contact the supervisors directly.

Funding details

The positions are funded as postdoctoral roles, likely offering a competitive salary and benefits according to DTU and Novo Nordisk standards. No specific stipend or tuition details are provided.

What's required

Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field such as bioengineering, biology, chemical engineering, or a related discipline. Experience with yeast engineering, protein or peptide production, or microbial biotechnology is highly desirable. Strong collaborative and communication skills are preferred. No specific GPA or language test requirements are mentioned.

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Research Interests

Biochemical Engineering

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Genome Engineering

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