Trine Kastrup Dalsgaard

Aarhus University is offering a fully funded PhD position in the Department of Food Science, focusing on advanced mass spectrometry-based identification and quantification of natural toxins in novel food. The project is part of the ToxiFOOD initiative, funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, and aims to develop analytical methods for screening and quantifying microbial toxins in plant-based novel foods and supplements. The research will utilize state-of-the-art LC/MS and QTOF-MS instruments to generate robust safety data and inform EU food safety policy. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in food chemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related field, with experience in mass spectrometry and strong English skills. The position includes a competitive salary, tuition coverage, and opportunities for international research stays. The application deadline is November 6, 2025, and the preferred start date is January 1, 2026. Interested candidates should apply online, ensuring all documents are submitted before the deadline. Supervisors for the project are Professor Trine Kastrup Dalsgaard and Assistant Professor Mohamed Fathi Abdallah. The university encourages applications from all backgrounds and values diversity and equality.