Postdoc in Metabolomics of C1 Metabolism - DTU Biosustain

We invite applicants for a Postdoc position in the C1 Systems' Biology research group within the 'NNF RECIPE' project. Gas fermentation is a promising technology to enable cost effective and sustainable biomanufacturing. However, little is known about non-model gas fermenting microorganisms. The focus of the advertised position will be on developing and applying cutting edge metabolomics methods to map the metabolism gas fermenting microorganisms of interest.

Responsibilities and qualifications
In this position, you will be developing and applying novel metabolomics methods to study the metabolism of gas fermenting microorganisms, with a focus on C1 metabolism.

You will work independently on the development of high impact research projects. You will use state of the art equipment, experimental and computational methods to study the physiology of microbes. You will work in a team contributing to projects of other team members, while independently developing your own project. You will also collaborate with members of different research groups within DTU BRIGHT or beyond and teach and supervise BSc and MSc students.

Key selection criteria:

• Experience in microbiology, metabolomics, systems biology, computational biology
• Hands-on experience with analytical equipment (LC-MS/MS) and its maintenance
• Proven track-record in metabolomics method development and deployment for high-throughput studies of microbial physiology
• Language skills (English)
• Intermediate programming skills (R, Python or Matlab)
• Creative thinking
• Level of enthusiasm and motivation

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 2 years.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Stefano Donati, [email protected]

You can read more about The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain at www.biosustain.dtu.dk.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 12 December 2025 (23:59 Danish time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Bioresearch Institute for the Green Transistion (BRIGHT)
Recent progress in our ability to read and write genomic code, combined with advances in automation, analytics and data science, has fundamentally changed the scope and ambition of harnessing the potential of biological systems. Big data approaches and analysis of biological systems are key research instruments at the Center. DTU Biosustain utilizes these advances for microbial cell factory design to foster sustainable lifestyles in relation to three application areas: Sustainable Chemicals, Natural Products, and Microbial Foods.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

Location
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Apply Before
2025-12-12T22:59:00+00:00