Postdoc: Precision Fermentation for Cow-Free Milk Proteins

DTU - Technical University of Denmark; Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU National Food Institute seeks a PhD-level researcher to advance cow-free milk protein production using engineered bacterial cell factories. The role focuses on genetic engineering, fermentation, and protein analysis within a collaborative, international team.

The project is funded by a Novo Nordisk foundation initiative, with responsibilities including reporting, publications, and mentoring students. 3-year full-time appointment in Denmark.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbiology/biotechnology or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of heterologous expression in microbial systems is required; experience with gram-positive bacteria is preferred.
• Strong background in genetic engineering and protein purification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise bacterial cell factories for expression and secretion of milk proteins.
• Produce caseins by fermentation to obtain sufficient quantity and purity for tests.
• Test microbially produced proteins as food ingredients in food models.
• Publish results in international journals and contribute to project reports.
• Participate in teaching and supervision of students at various levels.

Skills

Heterologous expression

Microbial systems

Genetic engineering

Protein purification

Fermentation

LC-MS/MS

English communication

Education

PhD in microbiology/biotechnology

Tools

Bioreactors

LC-MS/MS

Job description

DTU National Food Institute seeks a PhD-level researcher to advance cow-free milk protein production using engineered bacterial cell factories. The role focuses on genetic engineering, fermentation, and protein analysis within a collaborative, international team.

The project is funded by a Novo Nordisk foundation initiative, with responsibilities including reporting, publications, and mentoring students. 3-year full-time appointment in Denmark.