Postdoc in Enzymatic Synthesis of Human Milk Oligosaccharides
7 days ago
Join a research project focused on enzymatic technologies for human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) production. Responsibilities include enzyme expression, purification, and characterization, as well as enzyme design, protein engineering, execution of activity assays, and carbohydrate analysis.
We are looking for a qualified candidate for a 2-year postdoc position that will be part of an ongoing 5-year research project. The research project is funded by the Innovation Fund Denmark and is a collaboration between the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), University of Copenhagen (KU), and DSM-Firmenich (Hørsholm, DK). The project seeks to develop new enzymatic technologies for production of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and involves enzyme discovery, enzyme expression and characterization, enzyme design and protein engineering to obtain HMOs. If you are seeking to establish your career as a top-level scientist whose results have impact for human health and nutrition, this postdoc provides a strong foundation for fulfilling this ambition.
Responsibilities and qualifications
Within the larger research project, the postdoc will be responsible for defined parts of enzyme expression, purification, and characterization, as well as for design and execution of enzyme activity assays. The optimal candidate will be involved in enzyme discovery/selection as well as protein design and engineering targeting enzymatic synthesis of specific HMO carbohydrate structures. The job involves close collaboration with industry and includes extensive collaboration within the project research group. The latter includes training of new group members and visitors in relevant laboratory technologies as well as supervision of selected BSc and MSc students.
As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent). The PhD degree must be in biotechnology, biochemistry, enzyme technology, or another discipline relevant for enzymatic carbohydrate synthesis. In addition, required qualifications are:
- Documented theoretical and practical experience in protein expression, enzyme purification and characterization
- Documented theoretical and practical experience in design and execution of enzyme activity assays
- Innovative, independent research capability and good problem-solving skills
- A track record of publication with at least two first-author papers within the field of enzyme technology and/or carbohydrate enzymology in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, exceptional reliability, and a team-work mentality.
In addition, the optimal candidate has practical experience in one or more of the following fields:
- Computational studies of enzyme structure-function relationships
- Enzyme design to obtain new specificities and/or improved activities
- Enzyme discovery
- Carbohydrate analysis by HPAEC-PAD and/or LC-ESI-MS.
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 (24 months). The starting date is November 1st, 2024 (or according to mutual agreement).
You can read more about career paths at DTU here.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Assistant Professor Birgitte Zeuner ( ) or Professor Anne S. Meyer ( ).
You can read more about DTU Bioengineering at
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 11 September 2024 (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.
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