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A global hub for Biosolutions
When you harness the power of biology you find new ways to reduce emissions and help hard-to-abate industries manufacture products with a smaller CO2 footprint.
In short, biosolutions are one of the most promising tools for accelerating the green transition, and Denmark offers an excellent environment for engaging in advanced biosolutions research.
Here you will benefit from a tightly connected ecosystem that brings together industry leaders, research institutions, and forward-thinking government policies. Join us and help foster new ideas that have large-scale potential.
Daniel Rasmussen
Phytochemical regulation of pest and microbiomes on faba bean
Legume protein crops, e.g. faba bean are key in the transition towards more sustainable food production. However, pests and pathogens challenge faba bean production. Intercropping faba beans with cereal crops with complementary defense systems may be a way to better protect faba beans against pests without the use of pesticides. In this project, you will investigate if faba bean uptake of defensive compounds, for example benzoxazinoids produced by cereals protects faba beans against aphids and fungal root pathogens. Further, you will elucidate the mechanisms behind the gained resistance induced by the defensive molecules’ uptake. You will perform controlled plant experiments, where you will quantify faba bean accumulation of benzoxazinoids, assess aphid and fungal infestation and analyze root microbiomes using metagenomics methodologies. Additionally, you will test the fungal disease and pest suppressive capacity of faba root microbiomes. You will gain diverse competencies, from the design and execution of controlled plant experiments, including the handling of pests and pathogens, advanced metabolomics, and microbiome analyses using bioinformatics and uni- and multivariate statistics. We expect that you will communicate your research in scientific articles, and you will also get the opportunity to participate in scientific conferences. You will be supervised by a dedicated team during all phases of the project.
Academic employee (AC-TAP) within Living Labs in Food Science
The Department of Food Science at Aarhus University invites applications for Academic employee within Living Labs in Food Science position at the AC-TAP level. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual with a strong interest in science-society interaction, stakeholder engagement, and communication of research related to sustainable food systems. The position is available from January 1st, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdoc in aquatic food development for vulnerable populations
As a Postdoc you will contribute with research that can lead to development of safe and healthy aquatic food products for vulnerable populations in Columbia and one or two countries in Africa. Due to the nature of the project, travel activities will be an important part of the job. You will be employed in the Research Group Bioactives – Analysis and Application, which has research in seafood products as one of its focus areas. The group has a dynamic staff with high international visibility, many research collaborations with leading international universities and organisations and a successful track record of national and international research projects. You will have a close collaboration with the Food lab at DTU Skylab regarding the product development activities.
PhD scholarship in Metabolic Engineering of Bacteria - DTU Biosustain
Are you passionate about metabolic engineering of bacteria? Do you want to contribute to solving urgent problems with synthetic biology? The Systems Environmental Microbiology (SEM) group at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain) seeks a talented Metabolic Engineer for a 3-year, fully funded Ph.D. project. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in working on solutions against PFAS contamination. Responsibilities and qualifications Your overall focus will be the metabolic engineering of the soil bacterium Pseudomonas putida for removal of PFAS. During the project, you are expected to supervise Bachelor and Master students, work in tandem with colleagues and coordinate with collaboration partners, therefore we expect a high degree of project management, self-organization and strong social skills. Lastly, you are expected to communicate scientific findings in international conferences as well as in high-impact scientific journals. Your primary tasks will be to: Genetic engineering of bacteria. Phenotypic characterisation of engineered strains. Teach and supervise BSc and MSc student projects. You must have 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. Key Selection Criteria Hands-on experience in Synthetic Biology and Genetic Engineering is mandatory. Knowledge of cell metabolism and physiology, especially in environmental bacteria. Enthusiastic and self-driven, independent thinking and strong social skills. Team player capabilities. Passionate about science and dedicated to the scientific project. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. 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.
PhD fellowship in Plant – Microbe Interaction
Department of Plant and Environmental Science, Section for Crop Science invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in “Boosting tomato growth, fruit yield, and stress resilience through bio-priming with interkingdom microbial consortia”, which is financed by the Danish Research Council DFF. Start date is 1 November 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biodiversity Research Using Genetics
The Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics (QGG) at Aarhus University (AU), Denmark, offers a position as a tenure-track assistant professor in population genetics, comparative genomics and/or bioinformatics applied to biodiversity monitoring and conservation biology.
Postdoc fellowship in One Crop Health simulation, mechanistic co-simulation of Insects, Weeds and Pl...
The IMAGE section hosts researchers in image analysis and processing, computer vision, computer simulation, numerical optimization, machine learning, computational modelling, geometry and geometric statistics. The work ranges from theoretical analyses, over algorithm development, to solving concrete problems for science, industry and society. We are part of the recently launched SCIENCE AI Centre at the University of Copenhagen.
Postdoc position – structure of edible soft matter
The Department of Food Science, Aarhus University (Denmark), invites applications for a 36-month postdoc position to work the physical chemistry of food proteins, in particular their structure formation and changes occurring during processing and digestion. The starting date is November 1, 2025, or as soon as possible hereafter.
Full Professor Position in Biochemistry and Bioengineering
The section SDU Chemical Engineering at the Department of Green Technology, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense invites candidates to apply for a Full Professor position in the fields of Biochemistry and Bioengineering with focus on biochemical processes in agricultural wastes and molecular level solutions to mitigate pollutions and emissions from agriculture. The main responsibilities of the position are research, innovation, and research-based teaching. The position is available from 1st November 2025, or as soon as possible hereafter.
2 PhD fellowship in One Crop Health Computer Vision for Monitoring of Pests, Weeds and Beneficials i...
The IMAGE section at Department of Computer Science is offering 2 PhD fellowship, One in Computer Vision and One in mechanistic co-simulation of Insects, Weeds and Plant Infestation in Agricultural Fields as a part of the One Crop Health project commencing 1 November 2025, or as soon as possible hereafter.
Associate Professor (Independent Group Leader) in Data Science and Modelling of Whole-Cell Biosoluti...
Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable agriculture? Join DTU Bioengineering as one of three new faculty hires in the Initiative for Biofertilizer Innovation and Science (IBIS), and contribute to building a world-class research hub focused on advancing microbial solutions for a sustainable future.
1.5-Year postdoctoral position on Molecular Biology of Moss-Cyanobacteria Associations
The project is a collaborative effort between the groups of Associate Professor Kathrin Rousk, Terrestrial Ecology Section, and Professor Peter Brodersen, Section for Computational and RNA Biology. Kathrin Rousk heads the Ecosystem Ecology group focusing on moss-cyanobacteria associations across the globe, from the Arctic to the Tropics, while the group of Peter Brodersen focuses on understanding molecular mechanisms underlying genetic control in plants. The successful candidate will be hosted by Associate Professor Kathrin Rousk but will spend time in both laboratories. The successful applicant will be affiliated with the Center for Volatile Interactions (VOLT, volt.ku.dk) at the department of Biology. We offer a creative, supportive and lively research environment covering a wide range of topics such as microbial ecology, plant ecophysiology, ecosystem ecology, biogeochemistry, soil biology and ecosystem-atmosphere interactions. We are a diverse group comprising research and teaching staff members, laboratory technicians, PhD candidates and MSc and BSc students, focusing on many aspects of plant and microbial ecology, biogeochemistry and global change.
Full Professor Position in Biochemistry and Bioengineering
The section SDU Chemical Engineering at the Department of Green Technology, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense invites candidates to apply for a Full Professor position in the fields of Biochemistry and Bioengineering with focus on biochemical processes in agricultural wastes and molecular level solutions to mitigate pollutions and emissions from agriculture. The main responsibilities of the position are research, innovation, and research-based teaching. The position is available from 1st November 2025, or as soon as possible hereafter.
Associate Professor or DTU Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Biological and Biotech Wastewater Tre...
As Associate Professor or Tenure Track Assistant Professor, you will contribute to developing technologies that support carbon neutrality, resource efficiency, and the circular economy. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across disciplines and sectors, collaborating with leading researchers, industry partners, and public stakeholders. You will be part of a vibrant research environment with strong expertise in water and wastewater treatment, environmental microbiology, and process engineering. You will play a key role in shaping the next generation of environmental engineers through teaching, supervision, and mentoring. You will also be encouraged to build strong research collaborations within DTU and beyond.
Postdoc Position in Mechanistic Modelling of Faba Bean Cropping Systems
The DIGIFABA project addresses the urgent need to enhance yield stability and drought resilience in faba bean production, utilizing state-of-the-art techniques in remote sensing, digital phenotyping, statistical modelling, and mechanistic simulation models. This particular postdoctoral position focuses on developing and implementing a novel faba bean crop module within the DAISY soil-plant-atmosphere model. The objective is to accurately represent faba bean phenology, physiology, and yield response to environmental factors, especially drought conditions.
PhD scholarship in enzymatic degradation of plastic waste
Join En’Zync, a cutting-edge research center aiming to solve one of the most critical challenges in plastic recycling: the sustainable breakdown of thermoset plastics. As a PhD student in this project, you will: Collaborate with leading experts across Denmark and Europe in a high-impact, interdisciplinary setting Gain hands-on experience with protein characterization, advanced techniques in enzyme kinetics and structure-function analysis Contribute to pioneering research in the green transition and circular economy Be part of a vibrant international research community with excellent facilities
Postdoc in Agroecology
The Department of Plant and Environmental Science, Copenhagen university is offering a 36-month position to explore the abundance, diversity and management of biotic threats (invertebrates, weeds, pathogens) and functional biodiversity in agroecosystems, commencing 1 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdoc in synthetic biology for food applications
At DTU Center of Biosustainability, we aim to achieve the goal of a sustainable future by creating novel chemicals, materials and food using microbial cells. You will contribute to the development of new knowledge and technologies to support the transformation from conventional, petroleum-based production to a sustainable bio-based industry. You will have the opportunity to join top scientists from all over the world and make a personal impact in solving some of the most critical challenges the world is facing.
Assistant Professor in Chemistry with expertise in Analytical Chemistry
The position is open to applicants with an expertise in analytical chemistry of small organic molecules, natural products and/or macromolecules, who wants to establish a research group in this field. The department is particularly interested in research themes that will complement ongoing activities in the chemistry group and foster new collaborative research with other sections at the department. The Assistant Professor’s duties will comprise research at a high international level and a strong commitment and contribution to teaching in chemistry and interdisciplinary programs at all levels across the department. Roskilde University has a strategic focus on student recruitment, industrial collaboration and interdisciplinary science, and the Assistant Professor must be willing to support this strategy and be motivated to develop new collaboration platforms. The Assistant Professor will teach in an interdisciplinary environment and engage in problem-oriented project work with extensive student involvement and responsibility. The applicant must show a strong commitment to research-based teaching and be able to teach subjects central to the chemistry curriculum, especially general and analytical chemistry, together with experimental courses and projects. The Department of Science and Environment has a strategic aim to increase external collaboration with private and public companies and we therefore invite candidates both with a university record of accomplishment and/or an industrial research background to apply for the position.
PhD scholarship in investigation of Campylobacter’s capability to tolerate biocide treatment - DTU F...
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 close the gaps in our understanding of how Campylobacter may endure biocide treatments and tenaciously stay present in the poultry production environment. Responsibilities and qualifications As our PhD candidate, you will be working independently with the research project in close collaboration with our research group and with other academic, industrial, and governmental agency partners in Denmark as well as abroad. To support your success, you will have access to DTU National Food Institute’s excellent laboratory facilities. Your overall focus will be to assess if the current biocide assessment methods based on a panel of selected test bacteria and culture methods underestimate the biocide tolerance of Campylobacter.
Associate Professor in Nutrition and Data Science
The position includes management of the Research Group for Nutrition, Sustainability and Health Promotion, and you must therefore also have a keen interest in people management. The research group currently comprises 15 employees. The group’s tasks include the implementation of largescale population-based health surveys that identify societal challenges in relation to diet, sustainability, and health behavior. The research group develops and documents initiatives that promote healthy and sustainable dietary habits and establishes the scientific basis for the official dietary guidelines, including sustainable dietary advice and nutritional recommendations with a focus on preventing lifestyle diseases while at the same time supporting a sustainable food system. These activities involve a great deal of data management, and you must therefore be experienced within the design of data architecture. As an associate professor, you will additionally be involved in teaching at relevant courses offered by the DTU National Food Institute
Associate Professor or DTU Tenure Track Assistant Professor (junior group leader) in Fermentation of...
Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable agriculture? Join DTU Bioengineering as one of three new faculty hires in the Initiative for Biofertilizer Innovation and Science (IBIS), and contribute to building a world-class research hub focused on advancing microbial solutions for a sustainable future.
PhD scholarship in Bioconversion of Carbon Dioxide
At DTU Chemical Engineering a PhD position is available in the frame of a European project funded by HORIZON CBE JU action. The project is in close collaboration with top class academic groups and industrial entities in Europe and it addresses the development of a process chain targeting valorization of carbon dioxide to algal proteins. We, at DTU Chemical Engineering, will focus on generating new knowledge for optimizing biological conversion of carbon dioxide to acetic acid in close collaboration with an industrial end-user of the developed technology.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Quantitative Genetics of sustainable cattle breeding
The Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics (QGG) has a leading position in research related to breeding for climate related traits like methane emissions and feed efficiency in cattle. This is enabled by a dedicated farm-based infrastructure with large-scale measurement of methane emissions and feed intake on individual cows, as well as collaborations with industry and international researchers.
Enzyme Biotechnology Specialist
You will be in charge of the daily management and organization of the molecular biology laboratory, including supplies, materials storage, and equipment. The job also involves work in the lab with cloning, expression, protein engineering, purification, and biochemical characterization of enzymes in ongoing research projects. As a specialist you will also be involved in methods selection, research design, assessment of new experimental approaches, instrument maintenance, development of protocols and new methods in the enzyme biotechnology pipeline. Participation in ongoing scientific projects also involves participation in research meetings with internal and external partners, presentation of data, and preparation of slides for such meetings. The job also includes training of new group members and visitors in technologies and protocols used in the laboratory as well as supervision of selected PhD students and BSc/MSc students.
Nature’s finest at an industrial scale
Is it fermentation, biorefining, enzymes, pheromones, or bacterial cultures that inspire your curiosity? Whatever your passion, Denmark has a research community for you.
Here, companies excel at utilising industrial-scale biological processes and resource-efficient products are manufactured across various sectors, including agriculture, food, energy, construction, textile, transportation, water, and waste management. The industry is backed by a strategic focus from our government, and as a researcher, you get great facilities, collaboration opportunities across disciplines, and a thriving innovation culture. We provide the conditions that drive your progress.
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