Postdoc in food microbiology with an aptitude for quantitative aspects – 2 years at DTU Food

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Postdoc in food microbiology with an aptitude for quantitative aspects – 2 years at DTU Food
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Job Description

We are looking for an independent Postdoc who also enjoys being part of an ambitious and collaborating team. You will be part of the research group for Food Microbiology and Hygiene at the National Food Institute at the Technical University of Denmark. We offer a research and teaching environment with lots of exciting challenges and opportunities. 

The position is partly affiliated to an industry partnership project to assess quantitatively the risk of reusing water in the food industry, and partly to research initiatives on application of quantitative models to ensure safety of various food products. The common aim of these projects is to find measures for resource efficient and safe production of new and traditional dairy, seafood and plant-based foods and food supplements. 

Responsibilities and qualifications
You will be involved in research tasks investigating the role of water treatment technologies in the removal of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi and virus) from process water to allow for safe reuse of this water in the production of foods. You will also become involved in other projects to assess the safety of dairy, seafood and plant-based foods and food supplements and finding solutions for development/production of stable and safe products. Additionally, you will be involved in teaching Bachelor and Master students. The work involves:

• Mapping of hazards and problem organisms in process water collected for treatment and reuse
• Quantitative risk assessment of the effect of water treatment options and use of the treated water in food production
• Development of HACCP programs for reuse of treated process water 
• Application of predictive models to ensure the safe shelf-life of foods
• Dissemination of research results in conference contributions and scientific publications
• Teaching general microbiological subjects at Bachelor and Master levels 

We seek a candidate with a background in food microbiology, food science, food or dairy engineering with experience in 

• microbial ecology in food systems 
• next generation sequencing and bioinformatics
• identification of microorganisms
• predictive food microbiology
• control of food- and waterborne pathogens 

We expect that you are capable of working independently, taking responsibility for progress and have good communication skills. Written and spoken English is a prerequisite as there will be teaching obligations. Knowledge of Danish will be considered an asset.

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. The position is available from May 1st .

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Lisbeth Truelstrup Hansen ([email protected] ) and Henrik Rasmus Andersen ([email protected] ).

You can read more about DTU Food at www.fødevareinstituttet.dtu.dk/english .

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 17 March 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.

The National Food Institute (DTU Food) works within six technical focus areas: Biotechnology, nutrition, food quality, food safety, food technology and environment & human health. Activities cover a wide range of food products throughout the entire food chain from farm to table, comprising both research activities and research-based consulting and teaching. Read more at  www.food.dtu.dk  

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.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 3265
• Job Category VIP B
• Posting Date 03/01/2024, 02:37 AM
• Apply Before 03/17/2024, 06:59 PM
• Locations Henrik Dams Allé, Kgs. Lyngby, 2800, DK

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