Postdoc in Soil Microbiome Assembly - DTU Bioengineering

Technical University of Denmark (DTU); Denmark; On-site; DKK 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU Bioengineering invites applications for a two‑year full‑time postdoctoral researcher position focused on microbiome science. The role emphasizes independent work, field sampling, and collaborative projects across Denmark and abroad.

The Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine at DTU Bioengineering seeks candidates with a PhD in relevant fields, strong publication records, and expertise in metagenomics and -omics techniques. English communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbial ecology, evolution, microbiology or closely related area.
• Record of publications in peer‑reviewed journals in microbiome science.
• Strong background in genomic/metagenomic analysis of microbial communities.
• Experience in microbial or molecular bench work / -omics technologies.
• Experience in conducting field-based research.
• Experience working in teams and/or supervising at university level.
• Strong written and oral English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Help establish, maintain and sample large‑scale field projects.
• Ability to work independently with good organizational skills
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork locally and internationally.

Skills

Independent work

Fieldwork

English proficiency

Teamwork & supervision

Education

PhD in microbial ecology or evolution / microbiology

Job description

Responsibilities and qualifications

The postdoctoral researcher will help to establish, maintain, and sample large-scale field projects. The role requires an ability to work independently, good organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and a willingness to conduct fieldwork locally and internationally.

Preferred qualifications include:

• A PhD in microbial ecology or evolution, microbiology, or a closely related area.
• A record of publication in peer-reviewed journals demonstrating research excellence in areas relative to microbiome science and its applications.
• A strong background in the genomic and metagenomic analysis of microbial communities.
• Experience in microbial or molecular bench work and/or -omics technologies.
• Experience in conducting field-based research.
• Experience working in teams and/or supervising at the university level.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

We offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff: www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures .

The period of employment is 2 years. Starting date is according to mutual agreement, preferably early 2027. The position is a full-time position.

Further information

Further information may be obtained from Professor Jennifer Martiny, [e-mail] .

You can read more about DTU Bioengineering at www.bioengineering.dtu.dk .

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark .

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

The Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine (DTU Bioengineering) is an international leader in the areas of biotechnology and biomedicine. Our engineering approach to all aspects of biotechnology and biomedicine positions us as a valuable player with unique competences in a growing bio-based economy and with health systems transforming towards personalized medicine. We have a clear focus on the needs in the life science industry and point towards innovation, new businesses, and scientific services for the benefit of society. The department has extensive collaborations with national and international research units and industry. DTU Bioengineering has approx. 400 employees, of which 2/3 are scientific staff. The department is located at DTU Lyngby Campus.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829 DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.