Postdoc in Transaminase Biocatalysis for Industrial Applications

Karlstad University; Stockholms kommun; Presencial; SEK 334.800 - 446.400; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is looking for a postdoctoral fellow in Transaminase Biocatalysis for Industrial Applications. This role focuses on developing sustainable biocatalytic processes in collaboration with AstraZeneca. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree and have expertise in chemistry and biocatalysis.

The position offers a stimulating international research environment with potential teaching and supervision duties, aiming to contribute significantly to the sustainable medical industry of the future.

Formación

• Must have a doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree.
• Research expertise in chemistry and biocatalysis is required.
• Experience in molecular biology and protein production is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Develop sustainable biocatalytic processes for fine chemicals.
• Conduct research on immobilized transaminases and enzyme technology.
• Engage in collaborations with AstraZeneca in Sweden and the UK.

Conocimientos

Research expertise in chemistry and biocatalysis

Molecular biology and protein production

Fluency in English

Writing scientific publications

Educación

Doctoral degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Postdoc in Transaminase Biocatalysis for Industrial Applications

Since its founding in 1827, KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities.

We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow who wants to contribute to the sustainable medical industry of the future through world‑class research in biocatalysis and industrial biotechnology.

The Department of Industrial Biotechnology at KTH conducts internationally leading research in biocatalysis and enzyme technology. The overall goal of this project is to develop sustainable and efficient biocatalytic processes for the synthesis of industrially important fine chemicals. The project is carried out in close collaboration with AstraZeneca in Sweden and the UK, which provides a unique opportunity to work at the interface between academic research and industrial application.

The research includes the development of immobilized transaminases, modification and characterization of thermostable enzymes, and enzymological studies of inhibition and enzyme performance under industrial process conditions.

The position offers a stimulating international research environment with opportunities to build a strong academic and industrial network through collaborations with leading researchers and companies. The results are expected to be disseminated through scientific publications, conferences and close collaboration with industrial partners. Some teaching and supervision may be included in the position.

The position is part of KTH's strategic initiative PROCEED in Södertälje, which creates an internationally attractive research environment in close collaboration with, among others, AstraZeneca and Traton/Scania. Regular physical presence with the industry partner is included as an important part of the position to enable close collaboration between academia and industry.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• Demonstrated research expertise in chemistry and biocatalysis.
• Experience in molecular biology and protein production.
• Interest in molecular modeling and enzymology.
• Familiarity with research and publication ethics.
• Fluency in speaking and writing English, since this is required in the daily work.
• Experience in writing scientific publications.
• Experience of supervising BSc and MSc students.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• Awareness of sustainable development and green chemistry.
• Experience in enzyme immobilization and reaction scale‑up.
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Join us at KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority.