Postdoc in lignin enzymology for sustainable batteries - DTU Bioengineering at Technical University of Denmark

Kongens Lyngby, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enzyme Technology, Biocatalysts, Lignin, Green Transition, Oxidative Enzymes, Analytical Methodologies, Electrochemistry, Experimental Skills, Scientific Curiosity, Collaboration, Wood Biomass, Sodium-based Batteries

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Are you passionate about using enzyme technology to enable the green transition? At DTU Bioengineering, you can become part of developing next-generation biocatalysts for formation of electrochemically attractive components to green sodium-based batteries. We offer a position, which is part of an ongoing project about turning wood-derived biomass into sustainable components in batteries. You will be working in a highly collaborative and internationally recognized research environment. This position offers the opportunity to build scientific excellence, publish impactful research, and contribute to transformative solutions for a more sustainable society. Responsibilities and qualifications You will play a key role in advancing our research in enzyme technology for the green transition. We are looking for a candidate with strong experimental skills, scientific curiosity, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an international research team. You will become part of a research project, Woodbat which is a joint venture between DTU Bioengineering and DTU Energy, and the work will require high level of involvement and collaboration across the two departments. It is a clear advantage if you have background in oxidative enzymes, advanced analytical methodologies and insights into the chemistry of electrochemically active compounds. As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent). 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. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment starts after mutual agreement, preferably as soon as possible and ends December 31st 2027. You can read more about career paths at DTU here [http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths]. Further information Further information may be obtained from Associate Prof. Jane Wittrup Agger You can read more about The Department of Biotechnology and Bioengineering at www.bioengineering.dtu.dk [http://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 [https://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/moving-to-denmark]. Application procedure Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 March 2026 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include: * Application (cover letter) * CV * Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English) * List of publications Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. 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 life science- and biotech industries 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. Technology for people DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

Responsibilities

The role involves playing a key part in advancing research on enzyme technology for the green transition, specifically developing next-generation biocatalysts for creating electrochemically attractive components for green sodium-based batteries from wood-derived biomass. Work will require high involvement and collaboration within the Woodbat project across DTU Bioengineering and DTU Energy departments.