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Postdoc in vaccine development, immunology, and cell biology - DTU Chemistry
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Job Description

If you are keen to contribute to vaccine development in an interdisciplinary environment, this position could be a good fit. We are investigating a vaccine platform technology for infectious disease and cancer. The research is anchored in glycobiology and spans synthetic chemistry, biophysics, chemical biology, and immunology. 

The senior researchers involved in the project are Prof. Mads H. Clausen (DTU Chemistry) and Senior Researcher Anders Elias Hansen (DTU Health Tech).

Responsibilities and qualifications
The main responsibility of the position is the immunological characterization and vaccine development in the project. You are expected to work independently and coordinate your research with the other team members. Undergraduate research projects can be integrated in the project, and you are expected to interact with students and co-supervise those projects. Additionally, a limited amount of teaching responsibilities can be expected.

• Candidates should have a PhD degree in cell biology, immunology, or similar, with a strong background in experimental research and a license for experimental animal work.
• An interest in chemical biology and vaccine development and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary environment.
• A documented track record in immunology research and a strong commitment to research.
• Independence and good communication skills.

In the assessment of the candidates, consideration will be given to:

• Relevance of background experience.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and good communication skills.

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. 

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Further information 
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Mads H. Clausen, [email protected]

You can read more about the department at www.kemi.dtu.dk  and more about the research group at www.kemi.dtu.dk/mhc         

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 15 February 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 
• Contact information for at least two references. Letters of recommendation are not requested.

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.

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 3049
• Job Category VIP B
• Posting Date 01/23/2024, 02:09 AM
• Apply Before 02/15/2024, 05:59 PM
• Locations Kemitorvet, Kgs. Lyngby, 2800, DK

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