Research Assistant in Seaweed Production and Innovation - DTU Aqua

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Research Assistant in Seaweed Production and Innovation - DTU Aqua
Nykøbing Mors, Denmark

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Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and experienced member of our seaweed hatchery team who will oversee the day-to-day tasks of our hatchery activities. You will provide data to the research team as an active and engaged participant in research projects in various seaweed species. As a candidate you should hold a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree or similar. The position is affiliated with the National Institute of Aquatic Resources (DTU Aqua) Section of Coastal Ecology with work location at the Danish Shellfish Centre (Nykøbing Mors, Denmark). 

Responsibilities and qualifications
The work area of the position is to advance our understanding seaweed physiology and biology in relation to production and utilisation of seaweed. You will be part of a team and will report to the hatchery manager and project leaders. The work includes developing economic and ecological sustainable hatchery methods for various species in seaweed aquaculture with special emphasis on red seaweed species (mainly native red seaweed species Palmaria palmata, gracilaria and Porphyra sp. ) and developing methods for up-scaling viable seaweed cultures. We are looking for a person with good innovative skills as the area requires new solutions. Additionally, a high level of practical and technical skills is preferable. 

You are expected to improve our capacity for conducting relevant research within the field, and we expect that you will be a driver in our new hatchery facilities and participate in building a state-of-the-art team in the hatchery. You are furthermore expected to be actively engaged in processing data and following up on findings to help design and develop new research trials. 

Overall, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Experience in seaweed cultivation from a practical as well as a scientifical point of view. It is seen as an advantage if the candidate has experience with a wide range of seaweed species and particularly red seaweed species.
• A strong innovative approach to the research field both in relation to developing the research but also in relation to the development of new technical solutions and new concepts.
• Furthermore, the candidate should have experience, know-how, and visions for integration of scientific findings with utilisation of results on a practical level in seaweed aquaculture. 
• Experience with practical methods and procedures are important.

As a formal qualification, you must hold a master´s degree (or equivalent) to apply for the position. 

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 3 years starting May 1st 2024.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Further information 
Further information may be obtained from Head of section Jens Kjerulf Petersen, [email protected] , +45 96690283 or senior scientist Mette Møller Nielsen, [email protected]  +45 22275773. 

You can read more about DTU Aqua and the DSC research group on www.aqua.dtu.dk  and https://coast.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 26 January 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 (BSc/MSc – in English)

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.

DTU Aqua – National Institute of Aquatic Resources – works for well-functioning oceans, rivers, and lakes where biodiversity can thrive. Our research, advisory service, and education contribute to the development of a sustainable blue bioeconomy, robust aquatic ecosystems, and reduced effects of climate change. We have a large national and international network and cooperate with research partners, public authorities, industry, and NGOs. We have state-of-the-art research facilities and Denmark’s only ocean- and arctic-going research vessel. The Institute has 360 employees, one-half being scientific staff, including 50 PhD students. More than 35 nationalities are represented at the Institute, and we support an equal gender distribution. We are located in Lyngby, Hirtshals, Nykøbing Mors, and Silkeborg and have regular activities in Greenland. Learn more on aqua.dtu.dk

Section for Coastal Ecology conducts research within the ecology of the coastal zone from nutrient dynamics to fish as well as the coastal zone as a fishing ground and production area for low-trophic aquaculture. Our core research areas are aquaculture of low-trophic species i.e. bivalves and seaweed, fisheries and effects of fishery and seaweed collection in the coastal zone, marine habitats, and their importance in the coastal zone for biodiversity and fish. The results of the research are largely translated into practice through advice to public management and the industry. We have a strong national and international collaboration network of universities, research institutions, and industry.

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 2976
• Job Category TAP
• Posting Date 01/10/2024, 01:47 AM
• Apply Before 01/26/2024, 05:59 PM
• Locations Øroddevej 80, Nykøbing Mors, 7900, DK

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