Postdoc Of Investigation Of Oxygen Dynamics In Enzymatic Degradation Of Biomaterials

Institut For Idræt Og Ernæring V / Københavns Universitet; Comunidad Valenciana; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Eine innovative Forschungseinrichtung sucht einen hochmotivierten Postdoktoranden, der die Dynamik von Sauerstoff in der enzymatischen Zersetzung von Biomasse untersucht. Diese spannende Rolle erfordert die Analyse der Rolle reaktiver Sauerstoffspezies und die Zusammenarbeit mit einem multidisziplinären Team. Die Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem internationalen Forschungsumfeld zu arbeiten, das sich auf die Nutzung von Biomasse in einer grünen Bioökonomie konzentriert. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für biochemische Forschung haben und in einem dynamischen Team arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Formación

• Erfahrung mit enzymatischen Prozessen und Biomaterialzerstörung ist erforderlich.
• Starke analytische und problemlösende Fähigkeiten sind notwendig.

Responsabilidades

• Forschung zur enzymatischen Zersetzung von Holz und Weizenstroh durchführen.
• Die Rolle reaktiver Sauerstoffspezies in diesen Zersetzungsprozessen analysieren.

Conocimientos

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Teamarbeit

Unabhängiges Arbeiten

Educación

Ph.D. in Biochemie

Ph.D. in Biologie

Ph.D. in Umweltwissenschaften

Herramientas

Bioreaktoren

Glovebox

Gasdichte Systeme

Descripción del empleo

The Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management (IGN) invites applicants for a 2-year Postdoctoral fellowship in oxygen-dependent enzymes and their role in the conversion of biomass.

The position is part of the Novo Nordisk Foundation funded project "OxyMiST," a joint international research effort to investigate "Oxygen Constraints on Microbial Secretomes during Plant Cell Wall Turnover" (OxyMiST).

Project Overview :

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to investigate oxygen dynamics in the enzymatic degradation of wood. The researcher will specifically explore whether reactive oxygen species act as limiting factors or stress factors in the degradation of biomaterials. Improved understanding of these processes can enable new or improved methods for utilizing forest or agricultural products in a green bioeconomy. The position is highly collaborative and is part of the international research consortium OxyMiST, which aims to understand oxygen as a factor in biomass degradation. The consortium meets online monthly and in-person yearly.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct research on the enzymatic degradation of wood and wheat straw.
• Analyze the role of reactive oxygen species in these degradation processes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and utilize available biomasses, pretreatments, and enzymes at IGN.

Qualifications :

• Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., biochemistry, biology, environmental science).
• Experience with enzymatic processes and biomaterial degradation.
• Experience with oxygen-controlled equipment (e.g., bioreactors, glovebox, gas-tight systems).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Research Environment :

The research will be carried out in the laboratories of the Biopolymers and Redox Enzymes group as well as the Bioresource Chemistry and Technology group at the Section for Forest, Nature and Biomass, Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen, Denmark. We are located close to the heart of Copenhagen, at the Frederiksberg Campus on Rolighedsvej 23, Frederiksberg C. The research group consists of several PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, and our laboratory is particularly well-equipped to work with oxygen-dependent biological samples and enzyme reactions. The OxyMiST project has two partner institutions : Cambridge University (UK) and INRAE Marseille (France). The successful applicant will thus join a vibrant international research environment.

Contact :

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Søren Brander or Associate Professor Sune Tjalfe Thomsen.