About the opportunity
Are you interested in developmental biology, endocrine disruption, and cutting-edge toxicology? Do you want to contribute to research that can improve chemical safety assessment and protect human health? As a PhD candidate at DTU, you will investigate thyroid gland development and its susceptibility to endocrine disrupting chemicals using advanced molecular, cellular, and transcriptomic approaches while contributing to next-generation methods for regulatory toxicology. You will work in the Research Group for Molecular and Reproductive Toxicology, collaborating with a small team to integrate findings into broader contexts such as model system development and regulatory applications. The 3-year PhD project offers an engaging environment dedicated to scientific excellence, collegial respect, and academic freedom.
Salary and benefits
- 3-year full-time PhD employment based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Competitive salary and allowance agreed upon with the relevant union
- Opportunity to conduct an international research placement abroad for 2-4 months
- Integration into a leading technical university globally recognized for research and education excellence
Who can apply?
- Hold a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree
- Strong English language skills, both verbal and written
- Strong communication, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Scientific curiosity and determination
- Ability to manage multiple parallel tasks and priorities while maintaining attention to detail
- Previous experience with laboratory work, e.g., cell, stem cell, or organoid culture work, molecular techniques, or animal studies
Required documents
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
- List of 2-3 references that may be contacted by the assessment panel during the interview process
When to apply
- Application deadline is 21 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
- Expected starting date is 1 January 2027 (or according to mutual agreement)
How to apply
- Open the online application link and fill out the online application form
- Prepare all required materials in English and combine them into one single PDF file
- Submit the complete online application no later than 21 September 2026
Additional information
- Applicants may apply prior to obtaining their master's degree but cannot begin before having received it
- As DTU works with research in critical technology subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates
- Further information may be obtained from Main Supervisor Louise Ramhøj (louram@food.dtu.dk) or Head of Research Group Terje Svingen (tesv@food.dtu.dk)
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with a two-year master's degree in a relevant scientific field.
- Those with laboratory experience in cell, stem cell, or organoid culture, molecular techniques, or animal studies.
- Researchers with strong communication skills and a scientific curiosity for regulatory toxicology.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is on-site in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
- Qualified candidates may be subject to open-source background checks due to the security and export control rules of the critical technology research.
- Applicants can apply before finishing their master's, but cannot start the role until the degree is received.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an excellent opportunity to build a scientific career in developmental biology and endocrine disruption. It provides a competitive salary and the a chance to integrate into a globally recognized technical university.
Our take
Seriously consider this if you are a molecular biologist or toxicologist looking for a high-quality PhD in Denmark with an international research placement.
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