Research Assistant in Fungal Genomics and Engineering
4 days ago
We are looking for a Research Assistant to support an exciting, short-term research project in functional assessment of filamentous fungi by genome-scale fitness profiling.
At the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain) we create novel methods and technologies as a foundation for development of new environment friendly products, better and less energy consuming manufacturing processes, new medical treatments, climate friendly farming, etc. In other words, we try to solve some of the biggest challenges in the history of mankind, and you will get the chance to contribute to this.
If you are interested in developing and implementing methods to link genes to functions in filamentous fungi, you can look forward to being part of a very interesting environment counting approx. 50 nationalities including top scientists from all over the world.
Responsibilities and qualifications
- Experience with cloning strategies, including USER, Gibson and in vivo assembly in yeast and filamentous fungi.
- Protoplast preparation and transformation of filamentous fungi species.
- Submerged fermentation with filamentous fungi e.g. 1L batch fermentation.
- Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 and CRISPR/Cas12a gene editing technologies, including multiplex strategies.
- Genomics of fungi (Ascomycetes and Basidiomycetes), including DNA extraction, genome assembly and annotation.
As a formal qualification, you must have a master's degree in engineering 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 Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
The employment is full time and the period of employment is from May 1 to Dec 31, 2025.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Pablo Cruz-Morales,
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 28 March 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)
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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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