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Research Assistant within anaerobic digestion and biomass valorization

The Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Aarhus University, invites applicants for a 12 month position within the field of anaerobic digestion and biorefinery, mainly focused on the anaerobic conversion of biomasses.

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Assistant Professor of Quantum Technology Didactics, Niels Bohr Institute - NQCP, Department of Scie...

The Department of Science education and the Niels Bohr Institute jointly announces the availability an Assistant Professor position. The position will be hosted within the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for University Science Education (USE) and the Novo Nordisk Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP). With the position NQCP and the USE Center joins efforts to enhance the excellence, capacity and impact of science education research within quantum technologies to ensure an optimally trained long-term quantum workforce.

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Postdoc in Precision Gas Fermentation

The concerns over food security and protein scarcity, driven by population increase and higher standards of living, have pushed scientists toward finding new protein sources. A considerable proportion of resources and agricultural lands are dedicated to feed to raise livestock or fish for human consumption. Microbial protein (MP) is a land-independent alternative protein source for animal feeds. In particular, 2nd generation MP integrates renewable energies, carbon-capture technologies, and gas fermentation, to produce sustainable proteins. Yet, the digestion of those proteins is often suboptimal, yielding the excretion of large amounts of wasted nutrients together with manures. The candidate will work on the optimization of the gas fermentation processes to produce highly digestible tailored proteins, reducing environmental impact and dependence on imported raw materials. The tasks are aligned with Pathfinder EU project Synfeed (https://synfeed.eu/), with a strong focus on stakeholder interaction, so the candidate should be effective in communicating results.

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PhD scholarship in Thermodynamic and Process Modelling for Novel CO2 Capture Solvents

You will work in a team developing advanced thermodynamic and process models in order to describe CO2 capture processes using promising novel solvents. You will develop ways to parameterize these novel solvents, where detailed physical data may be scarce. You will integrate our suite of thermodynamic and unit operation models into commercial process simulators.

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Research Assistant in sustainable food fermentation and ingredient prototyping

Are you excited by the idea of turning side streams into delicious new foods? Do you enjoy working hands-on with fermentation, food making, and experimental development, and do you thrive when ideas quickly become action? Then this position offers the opportunity to build practical and scientific experience at the intersection of culinary innovation, microbiology, bioprocessing, and sustainable food development in the Fermentation Cultures group at BRIGHT.

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PhD fellowship in Theoretical Catalysis

The aim is to understand and discover materials for catalyzing electrochemical reactions. The first project is focused on catalysis on high entropy alloys and understanding their activity in energy conversion reactions. The second project is focused on modelling stability of electrocatalyst materials. The aim is to develop a framework to predict metastability of catalyst materials. Among the methods used will be Density Functional Theory, statistics, machine-learning and dynamics.

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Materials Scientist

As part of Sparrow’s Quantum wafer growth activities, we are seeking an experienced Materials Scientist to conduct wafer growth processes with our Fabrication and Growth team, located at the new Niels Bohr Building. As Materials Scientist, you will develop and implement wafer growth processes using molecular beam epitaxy methods and ensure successful execution with highest material quality. You'll work closely with technical leads to coordinate scientific development and move the quantum dots technology further. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that ensures Sparrow Quantum’s research and innovation projects are executed with excellence.

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Post Doc position in transition metal catalysis and carbon capture

Are you interested in combination of transition metal catalysis, and can you contribute to the development of materials for CO2 capture and utilisation? Then the Skrydstrup Group at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University invites you to apply for a 1-year Post Doctoral position (37 hours/week) starting from February 1st, 2027.

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Postdoc position for Investigating the Non-Scalable Quantum Size Regime in Catalysis

The Section for Surface Physics & Catalysis (SurfCat) is looking for candidates for a postdoc position for Investigating the Non-Scalable Quantum Size Regime in Catalysis. This postdoctoral position is part of a Novo Nordisk Foundation funded project investigating the Non-Scalable Quantum Size Regime in Catalysis. You will take charge of the electrochemical activity testing of size-selected bimetallic cluster catalysts for the electrochemical CO(2) reduction reaction (CO(2)RR), working with clusters produced in-house via a mass-selected cluster source. Your main task will be to quantify intrinsic CO(2)RR activity and, critically, product selectivity at the very low site densities characteristic of mass-selected cluster catalysts, using a membrane-based electrochemical mass spectrometry (EC-MS) setup for real-time, quantitative detection of gaseous and volatile liquid products. These measurements will together with atomic-scale structural characterization establish how quantum-size effects and heteroatomic ensembles in bimetallic clusters govern activity and selectivity. Throughout, you will maintain strict sample integrity between synthesis and electrochemical testing (via UHV or inert-atmosphere transfer) to preserve true structure–function relationships, and you will correlate your electrochemical findings with structural and compositional data from STM, (S)TEM, XPS, ISS, and EXAFS, feeding results back into the project's closed-loop methodology

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Accessing orbitronics and twistronics with microscopic and ultrafast angle-resolved photoemission sp...

The Department of Physics and Astronomy, Aarhus University, invites applications for a PhD position, starting February 1st, 2027, offering applicants an exciting opportunity to join a new research project on orbitronics and metastable states in two-dimensional quantum materials. The project involves fabrication of devices and their integration with the existing angle-resolved photoemission (ARPES) infrastructure at the ASTRID2 light source to discover quantum geometric effects and their link to new forms of transport phenomena. The aim of the project is to develop new types of 2D material devices that can realize orbital, spin and valley Hall effects that form the basis for prototypical memory devices. A series of novel infrastructures will be applied to achieve these goals, including semi-automated fabrication systems in inert environments, clean-room facilities for device production, micro-focused synchrotron light for ARPES characterization at ASTRID2 as well as ultrafast femtosecond laser pulses for optical control of the materials.

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Research Assistant and PhD fellow in Energy Metabolism

The University of Copenhagen is seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD fellow to commence November 15, 2026, or after agreement in the Clemmensen Group at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research (CBMR), University of Copenhagen. The PhD fellowship is part of the CBMR International PhD & Postdoc Program. About Us The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research (CBMR) is an academic research Center that pioneers groundbreaking research towards better cardiometabolic health. Through collaborative interdisciplinary research from single-cell genomics to whole-body systems, CBMR aims to transform the basic understanding of cardiometabolic health and accelerate its translation into prevention and treatment strategies. The Center’s uniquely multi- and interdisciplinary approach combines research in genetics, physiology and pharmacology, to better understand the complex interplay of the many factors that drive cardiometabolic disease. You can learn more in the Executive Summary of CBMR's Strategy 2024–2028. CBMR was established in 2010 at the Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences and has been located in the Maersk Tower at Panum since 2017. The around 260 employees create an international, highly collaborative research environment across disciplines. Principal supervisor: Associate professor, Christoffer Clemmensen, chc@sund.ku.dk Start: November 15, 2026 Duration: 1 year as Research Assistant followed by 3 years as PhD fellow contingent on a positive evaluation of the 1st year.

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Genomics and Pollinator Health

Join a growing interdisciplinary research team developing next-generation tools for biodiversity monitoring and environmental genomics. The Department of Ecoscience at Aarhus University invites applications for a Villum Foundation funded postdoctoral position in environmental genomics, microbiome ecology and pollinator health.

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PhD scholarship in Multimodal Quantum Materials Devices

Your overall focus will be to develop device platforms that allow engineered quantum superlattices to be studied by complementary electrical and structural probes. You will work experimentally with nanofabrication, 2D materials and electronic transport, and develop sample architectures that can be transferred between measurement platforms. A central goal is to connect the structure of a fabricated superlattice with its measured electronic response. You will work closely with researchers at DTU Physics, DTU NanoLab and external collaborators. Your primary tasks will be to: Design and fabricate chip architectures for quantum superlattice devices, including embedded contacts and electron-transparent regions. Develop transfer and stacking processes for graphene, hBN, transition metal dichalcogenides and charge-transfer materials. Develop device geometries compatible with low-temperature transport, TEM and surface-sensitive measurements. Perform electronic transport measurements and correlate them with TEM, SEM, AFM and related characterization. Develop open-surface sample platforms for nanoARPES and related probes with external collaborators. Establish reproducible fabrication and measurement protocols and analyse experimental data.

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Postdoc in Experimental Nanophotonics and Quantum Optics

The research group of Professor Maiken H. Mikkelsen at the Niels Bohr Institute (NBI), University of Copenhagen, invites applications for several Postdoctoral Researcher positions in experimental nanophotonics, nonlinear optics, and quantum optics. Professor Mikkelsen's group has recently relocated from Duke University to the Niels Bohr Institute and is establishing a vibrant experimental research program dedicated to understanding and controlling light–matter interactions at the nanoscale. By combining nanophotonics with advanced optical spectroscopy and emerging quantum materials, the group aims to uncover new phenomena or behavior arising from enhanced light–matter interactions, optical nonlinearities, and quantum effects. We seek outstanding, creative, and highly motivated candidates who hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related discipline. Applicants should have a strong background in one or more of the following areas: Nanophotonics Quantum optics and/or single-photon sources Nonlinear optical phenomena in subwavelength structures Ultrafast optics Metamaterials and metasurfaces

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PhD scholarship in CO2 valorization by integrated electrochemistry and chemical catalysis

Are you interested in developing innovative chemical technology that advance decarbonization, electrification and CO2 utilization as pillars of a green transition? A PhD position focused on combining electrochemical CO2 conversion with homogeneous catalysis by pioneering methods is now offered at DTU Chemistry within the Centre for Catalysis and Sustainable Chemistry. You will join an international environment applying an application-oriented research strategy to develop novel chemistry and processes with the potential to secure the future for the next generations in terms of energy, resources and the environment.

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Postdoc in Neural Circuits of Sensorimotor Control

You will join an international and interdisciplinary research environment combining systems neuroscience, quantitative behavior and computational approaches to understand how neural circuits generate and adapt movement.

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PhD Student in Computational Molecular Design

You will contribute to the development of a platform for the design of novel materials to be used for sustainable energy technologies, such as CO2 capture, H2 storage and others.

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Associate Professor of Theoretical Physics

The Niels Bohr Institute announces the availability of a faculty position in any area of theoretical physics with an emphasis on paradigm-shifting science. The search is open to all areas of theoretical physics. The application process is a two-step procedure: applicants are invited to initially submit a short application consisting of CV and publication list only. The Niels Bohr Institute will then screen these and subsequently invite a subset of applicants to submit a full application.

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Research Assistant within Trapped Ion Quantum Technology

The Department of Physics and Astronomy (IFA), Aarhus University, Denmark (www.phys.au.dk) invites applications for a 2-year research assistant position with focus on establishing and maintaining trapped ion quantum technology setups. The work will partly be carried out in the newly established Quantum Technology Lab (QTL) and within the Ion Trap Group.

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Associate Professor or DTU Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Optical Quantum Information

DTU Physics invites applications for a faculty position in optical quantum information. The position is open at the level of Associate Professor or Tenure Track Assistant Professor, depending on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The position is intended to strengthen DTU Physics’ activities in quantum optics, photonic quantum technologies, and quantum information science. We seek an outstanding researcher with the ambition and ability to develop an internationally leading research programme within optical quantum information, and to contribute to the continued development of DTU as a strong hub for quantum science and technology.

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Associate Professor in Neural Circuit Engineering and Multicellular Systems

This position addresses a key challenge in modern neuroscience: the recognition that neurological disorders cannot be understood solely through the central nervous system. Increasing evidence shows that communication between the brain, peripheral organs, and the immune system plays a fundamental role in brain function and disease. Yet, current experimental models rarely capture these complex, bidirectional interactions in a human context. Here, the aim is to address this gap by engineering human multicellular and neural circuit models to reconstruct and interrogate body-brain communication, creating new platforms for understanding disease and developing therapeutic strategies.

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Associate Professor of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Fixed-Term, 4 Years)

You will conduct as well as supervise research on how neuronal circuitry is affected in brain disorders in animal models. For this you will implement advanced approaches such as single-cell transcriptomics together with in vivo circuit manipulation and other functional analysis to validate readouts.

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Postdoc in precision fermentation for sustainable food production

If you excel within heterologous expression in bacterial systems and you are looking for the best place to unfold your skills, we have just the right job for you. Within the next 25 years the world’s population will need up to twice the amount of protein compared to today. Topped by the climate crisis, we need to find new solutions for producing food, and that’s where you enter the scene.

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PhD Scholarships in Engineering of Quantum Light Sources and System Architecture for Photonic Quantu...

The Quantum Light Sources Group at DTU Electro is seeking candidates for PhD Scholarships in the field of design, simulation and optical characterization of highly efficient solid-state sources of single indistinguishable photons as well as in the engineering of system architecture for photonic quantum information technology. The position is offered within the framework of the EU Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network “A Photonic Quantum Computer (PHOTONIQC),” Grant Agreement No. 101312868, which will employ a total of 15 PhD students in seven countries working in close collaboration on distributed photonic quantum computing. You will participate in an international team of PHOTONIQC PhD students, which will construct a new generation of components including sources, circuitry and detectors, propose new photonic quantum computing protocols and finally perform experimental implementations of multi-node distributed quantum computing. Locally, you will participate in a team with several senior researchers and Ph.D. students, which will design, fabricate and characterize quantum-dot-based single-photon sources.

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PhD scholarship in Functional Polymers as Active Environments for Complex Electrochemical Reactions

The overarching aim of the project is to define and tune how the polymer microenvironment governs a multistep electrochemical reaction, and to translate this understanding into design principles for functional polymer surface enhancers for C-N coupling.

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Post Doc position in transition metal catalysis and carbon capture

You will be contributing to the development of catalytic methods based on transition metal catalysis applied to the conversion of specific plastic types to carbon capture materials. The position will focus on different catalytic processes and improving their performance for upscaling the production of CO2 capture materials, and then their combined use in CO2 capture and conversion.

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Postdoc position for Developing new and Stable Iridium based Electrocatalysts for Water Splitting

We are aiming at developing viable Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolysers for water splitting producing hydrogen. Current technology works but relies on the scarce and expensive Iridium and a goal it therefore to further develop the technology making savings on the Ir-loading and at the same time enhance it stability towards corrosion.

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Postdoctoral Positions in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematical Sciences has strong research groups in many areas of mathematics, and has an active postdoc and visitors' program. Applicants in all areas of mathematics covered by the research groups of the department will be considered. In particular, there will be postdoc stipends in the following specific areas/centers of the department: Algebraic and arithmetic geometry, applied algebra, geometric group theory, combinatorics, geometry and geometric analysis, Lie theory, representation theory, number theory, and topology, as covered by the Section for Algebra & Geometry and the Copenhagen Centre for Geometry & Topology (GeoTop). Functional analysis, operator algebras, geometric group theory, descriptive set theory, harmonic and classical analysis, history of mathematics, mathematical physics, partial differential equations, quantum information and quantum computing, as covered by the section Analysis and Quantum, the Center for the Mathematics of Quantum Theory (QMATH), and the Quantum for Life Center.

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Full professor in Computer Science

Full professor in Computer Science The Department of Computer Science at the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Aalborg University, is looking to appoint a Full Professor starting April 1, 2027 or soon thereafter. We now welcome strong applicants in all areas of computer science for a new position in Aalborg or Copenhagen. The final application deadline is October 1, 2026. The Department of Computer Science has the following research groups: Automated System Verification and Validation Data Engineering, Science, and Systems Distributed Sustainable Software and Systems Formal Methods for Security and Privacy Foundations for Interacting and Computing Systems Human Augmentation and Collaboration Natural Language Processing Probabilistic and Symbolic AI Physical and Embodied Interaction Quantum Systems Analysis and Synthesis Systems Design & Development Practices Web Science and Engineering

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Postdoc in Cognitive Computational Neuroscience and Human Movement Perception

This interdisciplinary project develops a novel scientific approach to the study of consciousness by investigating conscious experiences of movement. Combining psychophysical experiments, computational modelling, and philosophical analysis, it examines how bodily and neural signals contribute to movement awareness. The project aims to advance our understanding of consciousness and critically evaluate leading neuroscientific theories of conscious experience.

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PhD fellowship in stem cell immunoavoidance at the Center for Translational Neuromedicine

This project focuses on the development of stem cell-derived immunoavoidant neural and neuroendocrine progenitor cells, including both pancreatic beta cells and CNS glia.

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Postdoc in Plant Biochemistry

The use of fertilizers in current agricultural systems results in The field of biological nitrification inhibitors (BNIs) has gained increasing attention over the past decades as a promising strategy to mitigate fertilizer-derived greenhouse gas emissions in the global north and improve yields with reduced nitrogen inputs in the global south. Yet, despite more than 20 years of research, only a limited number of BNI compounds have been identified and characterized, and their precise mode of action remains largely unknown [8]. This lack of mechanistic insight hampers the integration of BNI traits into breeding programs. The project capitalizes on a newly developed pipeline for identification of new BNI compounds with comparable efficiency to the current marketed synthetic nitrification inhibitors. This project combines bioinformatics, biochemistry and molecular biology to elucidate missing biosynthetic enzymes to reconstruct complete metabolic pathways in yeast for bioproduction of biological nitrification inhibitors.

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Postdoc in GPR6 neurobiology

The project investigates how G protein-coupled receptor 6 (GPR6) influences striatal signalling, behaviour and responses to pharmacological intervention. We will combine studies in GPR6 knockout mice with pharmacological approaches in rodent models, including Flinders Sensitive Line (FSL) rats, a model of depression.

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PhD Stipend in Digital Twin Modelling and Multi-Timescale Optimization of Electrolysis Systems

You will develop and validate digital-twin and optimization methods for electrolysis systems, working both independently and collaboratively with the group and with academic and industrial partners.

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Postdoc in Nickel-Coated Nanofibers for Alkaline Water Electrolysis

Your overall focus will be to develop and optimise nickel-coated nanofiber materials as electrocatalysts and electrode architectures for alkaline water electrolysis, establishing structure–performance relationships to guide durable, high-performance, low-cost electrode design.

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Postdoc in nanoscale quantum imaging with scanning NV magnetometry

Do you want to contribute to a greener future by introducing state-of-the-art scanning nitrogen-vacancy (NV) magnetometry to visualize buried functional processes in energy and electronic materials that are otherwise inaccessible to materials scientists? At DTU Energy, our research targets exactly this, and to reach these goals, we are looking for a postdoc to work at the interface between future energy materials and state-of-the-art quantum sensing using NV magnetometry. You will work in a large team and must therefore both thrive in team-based research as well as contribute to a productive and pleasant research environment. During the project, you will work closely together with material scientists providing you with energy/electronic materials and devices as well as colleagues who will complement your work with DFT, phase-field and FEM simulations. You will also have the opportunity to carry out simulations applying our pre-established numerical models, if you so desire.

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Professor of Translational molecular neuropathology (Part-time, fixed-term 5 Years)

The research area includes human brain studies by molecular biology approaches for assessing the neuropathological and underlying physiological factors behind neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson Disease and Atypical parkinsonism disorders as well as the establishment of new methodological approaches, preclinical models, and biomarker assays.

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Group Leader/Associate Professor in live-cell in vitro analysis of cellular function and dysfunction...

As Group leader in live cell in vitro modelling, you will contribute to the department’s research and teaching environment and to the faculty’s overall research strategy. You will contribute to the development of the department both individually and in collaboration with others via your research of high international quality. You ensure that your teaching maintains a high academic and didactic standard. You possess professional collaborative skills and a broad academic network which you are able to bring into play in your contribution to the academic development of Aarhus University and its profile both nationally and internationally. Your primary tasks include: Developing of a successful research group in live cell in vitro modelling of synucleinopathies. Conducting internationally competitive research Publishing in leading international journals and disseminating research nationally and internationally in academic networks and to public audiences Teaching and supervision of Bachelor’s and Master's degree students and contributing to the development of new teaching activities Contributing to the funding by securing external research funding Supervision of PhD students and contributing to the development of the faculty's PhD courses. Participating in assessment and committee work at Aarhus University Actively engaging in the scientific and professional environment of the research center. You will report to Per Borghammer, director at PACE Questions about the position If you have any questions about the position, please contact professor Marina Romero-Ramos tel.: (+45) 6020 2749 . Your place of work will be at PACE, Incuba, Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 82, DK-8200 Aarhus N, Denmark. We expect to conduct interviews at the end of November.

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Fully funded Postdoc position in the Biology of Neuropeptides

The one-year postdoc position will focus on cellular neurobiology involved in neuropeptide signaling. The candidate is expected to use cutting-edge cell biology techniques, proteomics and super-resolution microscopy established in the host lab and spearhead an interdisciplinary, collaborative project.

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PhD scholarship for Electrochemical Direct Air Capture (e-DAC) and CO2 Conversion

You will develop a molecular- and system-level understanding of CO2 capture and conversion, enabling improved efficiency, stability, and energy performance compared to current state-of-the-art technologies. The work will be primarily computational, with targeted experimental validation where needed, within a multidisciplinary research environment.

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Postdoc Position in System Optimization Using Digital Twin for Power-to-X processes

This two-year postdoctoral project focuses on the system-level integration and optimization of electrolyzer digital twins within CAPeX — considering how component-level electrolyzer models and digital twins can be incorporated into broader Power-to-X systems involving renewable generation, power conversion, power system integration, energy and hydrogen storage, downstream processes, and energy demand.

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PhD scholarship in investigating the role of cattle and free-living amoebae in Campylobacter epidemi...

If you're passionate about research, captivated by microbiology, and seeking a place to pursue your dreams and ambitions, this opportunity could be perfect for you! You will join the Research Group for Food Microbiology and Hygiene at DTU National Food Institute and will contribute to enhancing public health by ensuring food safety. The overall aim of the research project is to address a major unresolved question in Campylobacter epidemiology by investigating how cattle and free-living amoebae contribute to environmental persistence and transmission beyond poultry in Denmark.

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PhD scholarship in Microbial Food Engineering

Do you want to design the microbial foods of the future? You will use metabolic engineering, advanced analytics, machine learning, and fermentation technologies to create novel, well-tasting sustainable meat alternatives based on edible yeasts. The project is a part of the Microbial Foods mission at BRIGHT.

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Postdoc in Microbial Food Engineering

Do you want to design the microbial foods of the future? You will use metabolic engineering, advanced analytics, machine learning, and fermentation technologies to create novel, well-tasting sustainable meat alternatives based on edible yeasts. The project is a part of the Microbial Foods mission at BRIGHT.

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