PhD in Thyroid Development & Endocrine Toxicology

Danmarks Tekniske Universitet; Ørsted; On-site; DKK 335,000 - 402,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU National Food Institute seeks a highly motivated PhD candidate to investigate thyroid gland development and its susceptibility to endocrine disrupting chemicals. You will employ advanced molecular, cellular, and transcriptomic approaches within a collaborative team at DTU in Denmark.

The project aims to advance regulatory toxicology with translational insights, including ex vivo, in vivo and in vitro studies, histology, and bioinformatics analyses.

Qualifications

• Strong English language skills, verbal and written.
• Strong communication, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Scientific curiosity and determination.
• Ability to manage multiple parallel tasks and priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Previous experience with laboratory work (cell/stem cell/organoid culture, molecular techniques, or animal studies).

Responsibilities

• Study thyroid gland development and disruption using in vivo, ex vivo and in vitro techniques.
• Carry out histological and molecular characterization of cells and tissues.
• Perform transcriptomics experiments and engage in downstream bioinformatics analysis.
• Contribute to method optimization and development.
• Conduct literature studies linking xenobiotic exposure to thyroid development effects.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Organizational skills

Scientific curiosity

Task management

Laboratory experience

Education

Two-year Master’s degree (120 ECTS)

Job description

DTU National Food Institute seeks a highly motivated PhD candidate to investigate thyroid gland development and its susceptibility to endocrine disrupting chemicals. You will employ advanced molecular, cellular, and transcriptomic approaches within a collaborative team at DTU in Denmark.

The project aims to advance regulatory toxicology with translational insights, including ex vivo, in vivo and in vitro studies, histology, and bioinformatics analyses.