Postdoctoral Researcher Position

4 days ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Aarhus Universitet (AU) Full time

Sustainable Synthesis Opportunities

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team in the Enzyme Engineering Group at the Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will contribute to the development of novel biocatalysts for sustainable synthesis of biobased materials from renewable sources.

Key Tasks

  1. Conduct discovery and characterization of novel enzymes for application in biocatalysis.
  2. Develop and optimize enzymes for desired biocatalytic properties using various protein engineering approaches.
  3. Analyze kinetic, stability, and mechanistic aspects of wild-type and mutant enzymes.
  4. Explore the capacity of enzymes for new-to-nature reactions.
  5. Develop and optimize multi-enzyme cascades.

What We Offer

  • An exciting interdisciplinary and international environment at a world-class research-intensive university.
  • A well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories, and access to shared equipment.
  • A research climate encouraging lively, open, and critical discussion within and across different fields of research.
  • A work environment with close working relationships, networking, and social activities.
  • A workplace characterized by professionalism, equality, and a healthy work-life balance.


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