Postdoctoral Researcher in Enzyme Characterization and Engineering at Leiden University (Microbial Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, Environmental Sustainability) Leiden University in Netherlands

Leiden University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the group of Assistant Professor Lennart Schada von Borzyskowski in the field of enzyme characterization and enzyme engineering. This opportunity is part of a recently granted, collaborative EU-funded project focused on engineering bacteria for the sustainable production of chemicals from single-carbon feedstocks. The successful candidate will work within an international consortium, collaborating with teams from several countries.

The research will center on the investigation and improvement of enzymes relevant to microbial biochemistry, synthetic biology, and environmental sustainability. The position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in enzyme engineering, enzyme characterization, bacterial engineering, and sustainable chemical production. Applicants should hold a PhD in a related field and demonstrate expertise in the relevant research areas.

The position is fully funded, with salary and benefits provided according to university and EU project standards. The preferred start date is May 1, 2026, and the application deadline is February 5, 2025. Applications must be submitted through the official Leiden University careers portal. For more information and to apply, visit the official job posting.

Keywords: enzyme engineering, enzyme characterization, microbial biochemistry, synthetic biology, environmental sustainability, single-carbon feedstocks, bacterial engineering, chemical production.