PhD in Living Bio-Concrete for Sustainable Construction

DTU - Technical University of Denmark; Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 330,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International research stays

DTU employee benefits

Job summary

DTU Construct at DTU - Technical University of Denmark is offering a PhD position focusing on living bio‑composites for sustainable construction. The role integrates materials science, biotechnology, and additive manufacturing with international collaboration and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

You will investigate fungal–bacterial interactions, develop bio‑inks, and explore extrusion‑based 3D printing, contributing to a broad scientific network and hands‑on experience in a vibrant,

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in fungal cultivation and microbiological techniques is required.
• Experience with microbially induced carbonate precipitation (MICP) is preferred.
• Knowledge of microbe interactions with physical‑chemical environments is preferred.
• Experience in biomaterials, polymer science, and hydrogel systems is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with material fabrication techniques, such as 3D printing, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and conduct interdisciplinary experiments in fungal–bacterial co‑cultivation.
• Develop a 3D‑printable bio‑ink for sustainable construction applications.
• Generate and analyze experimental data using advanced characterization techniques.
• Publish high‑quality research and present findings at international conferences.
• Collaborate with researchers across microbiology, materials science, bioengineering and additive manufacturing.

Skills

Fungal cultivation

Microbiology techniques

MICP technology

Bio‑fabrication

3D printing

Education

Two-year master's degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent

Tools

3D printing

Job description

DTU Construct at DTU - Technical University of Denmark is offering a PhD position focusing on living bio‑composites for sustainable construction. The role integrates materials science, biotechnology, and additive manufacturing with international collaboration and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

You will investigate fungal–bacterial interactions, develop bio‑inks, and explore extrusion‑based 3D printing, contributing to a broad scientific network and hands‑on experience in a vibrant,