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PhD scholarship in Anaerobic Microbial Consortia – DTU Chemical Engineering
Denmark
Job Description

If you are establishing your career as a scientist and you are looking for the best possible foundation for fulfilling your dreams and ambitions, it is right here in front of you. At DTU Chemical Engineering you will break new ground at the absolute forefront of what is possible in the area of anaerobic microbiology and biotechnology.
Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (DTU Chemical Engineering) invites applications for up to 3 PhD Scholarship to be hired for a European Research Council (ERC) funded project with focus on anaerobic microbiome for biotechnological applications aiming at valorization of biowastes. Your background is on anaerobic microbiology, molecular biology, microbial interactions, syntrophy, bioengineering, and fermentation.
The positions are:

• PhD student, ideally with a background in microbiology of anaerobes - Focused on bioinformatics assisted metabolisms and interactions of anaerobic microbiomes. 
• PhD student, ideally with a background in genome scale modelling of biological processes - Focused on anaerobic process modelling with emphasis on flux balance modelling and thermodynamics,
• PhD student, ideally with a background in anaerobic microbiology- Focused on isolation of anaerobic co-cultures and identification of desired microorganisms for use in syngas fermentation. 

The successful candidates will join an innovative, collaborative, international and multidisciplinary team. The group works on both fundamental understanding but also development and validation of new technologies based on the use of microorganisms as tools to valorise organic wastes and wastewaters into useful bioproducts, biofuels and bioenergy. One of our important values is cooperation, and we believe that we can reach world-class results together. 
You will be involved in strengthening the Bioconversions group competences within anaerobic mixed cultures design, bioprocess modelling and valorisation. You will work with nearby colleagues, and with both academic and industrial partners in Denmark as well as abroad. 
Responsibilities and qualifications
Your primary tasks will be to:

• Design and perform experimental work
• Be involved in the co-supervision of MSc and BSc students.
• Present research findings in scientific papers, conferences, public domain and other outreach activities

The candidate should have the following qualifications:

• A two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.
• A MSc degree in areas such as Microbiology/Molecular Biology/ Bioinformatics, Life sciences, or other relevant to this position.
• Proven ability to work in the following areas: bioinformatics, traditional and modern anaerobic microbiology, molecular biology, fermentation.
• Experience on anaerobic bioconversions and extrapolation of experimental data
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Publish high impact articles
• Able to work both independently and in a team
• Collaborative international experience

Approval and Enrolment 
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education . 
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 appointment terms 
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 date is 1 June 2024 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here .
Further information 
Further information may be obtained from Dr. Dimitar Karakashev (email: [email protected] ).
You can read more about  DTU Chemical Engineering at www.kt.dtu.dk .
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU. 
Application procedure 
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 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:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae 
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale

You may apply prior to ob­tai­ning your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it. 
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at DTU is a leader in innovative teaching and research, built on core technical subjects and engineering scientific disciplines. The teaching and research cover separation processes, bioprocesses, bioengineering, bioconversions, reaction engineering, dynamics and process regulation, process and facility planning, unit operations, a.o. The Department enjoys very close relations with international partners, and especially a wide range of industrial companies.
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 2925
• Job Category Phd
• Posting Date 12/20/2023, 03:36 AM
• Apply Before 01/30/2024, 05:59 PM
• Locations Denmark

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