Postdoc: Advanced Fungal Imaging & Solid-State Fermentation

Danmarks Tekniske Universitet; Ørsted; On-site; DKK 480,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU BRIGHT invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to lead experiments on fungal heterogeneity in solid-state fermentation. You will map spatial activity in fungal colonies, engineer strains, and develop imaging workflows while collaborating with international partners.

The role requires a PhD and a strong background in mycology, genetics, and advanced imaging. Start date early 2027, with a two-year contract in Denmark.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in confocal microscopy ideally of fungi (required)
• Experience with fungal genetic engineering (preferred)
• Experience of cryosectioning or related methods (preferred)
• Experience in automated image analysis (preferred)
• Experience with DESI or CARS imaging (optional)
• A strong interest in fungal biology and ecology (required)
• Interest in public engagement and science communication (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in planning, designing, and executing experiments
• Coordinate activities with collaborators and external partners
• Ensure timely progression of the research
• Develop a fungal imaging workflow for solid-state fermentation samples
• Genetic engineering of filamentous fungi
• Visualize results and communicate findings to diverse audiences
• Publish in high-impact journals and present at conferences
• Collaborate across disciplines and support open research culture

Skills

Confocal microscopy

Fungal genetics

Cryosectioning

Automated image analysis

DESI / CARS imaging

Interest in fungal biology

Science communication (public outreach

Education

PhD degree (or equivalent)

Job description

DTU BRIGHT invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to lead experiments on fungal heterogeneity in solid-state fermentation. You will map spatial activity in fungal colonies, engineer strains, and develop imaging workflows while collaborating with international partners.

The role requires a PhD and a strong background in mycology, genetics, and advanced imaging. Start date early 2027, with a two-year contract in Denmark.