PhD: Shape European Food Biotech Regulation & Innovation

Danmarks Tekniske Universitet; Ørsted; On-site; DKK 357,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job summary

DTU National Food Institute in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark invites applications for a 3-year PhD position at the intersection of food biotechnology, regulation and innovation.

You will study European regulatory frameworks, conduct risk assessment, and explore how new food technologies can be developed responsibly. The project does not include lab work but offers collaboration with researchers and regulators across the EU, including potential stays abroad at EFSA or similar institutions.

Qualifications

• Holds a two-year MSc degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent in food science, food technology, biotechnology, public policy, science and technology studies, or a related field.
• Strong interest in food biotechnology and its regulatory and societal dimensions.
• Ability to work independently and drive a research project forward.
• Eagerness to engage with people and build diverse professional networks.
• Enjoys translating complex topics to different audiences and communicating outcomes.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse EU regulations and risk assessment frameworks.
• Engage with authorities, regulators, risk assessors and other stakeholders.
• Investigate opportunities and barriers for biotechnology innovation.
• Develop scientific and popular science publications.
• Contribute to recommendations for future evidence-based policy development.

Skills

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory understanding

Education

MSc degree (120 ECTS) in food science/biotech/public policy

Related fields acceptable

Job description

DTU National Food Institute in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark invites applications for a 3-year PhD position at the intersection of food biotechnology, regulation and innovation.

You will study European regulatory frameworks, conduct risk assessment, and explore how new food technologies can be developed responsibly. The project does not include lab work but offers collaboration with researchers and regulators across the EU, including potential stays abroad at EFSA or similar institutions.