About the opportunity
The Enzyme Technology group at DTU Bioengineering is looking for a highly qualified candidate for a 3-year PhD position within the field of industrial enzyme technology. The PhD project concerns the development of novel enzyme-based conversion concepts and new robust enzymes for conversion of 1-carbon substrates and synthetic polymer materials. The field of research is advanced industrial enzyme technology. A particular target of the PhD work is aimed at identifying enzymes and reaction criteria for degradation of CO2 related substrates, and targets new ways of boosting the action of redox enzymes in general. The PhD project is tied to our international research efforts on enzyme-assisted recycling processes and involves collaboration with Australian scientists and a research stay at UNSW, Sydney, Australia is planned as a part of the PhD position. If you are seeking to establish your career as a top-level applied enzyme technology scientist whose results can help build a sustainable future, this PhD is for you!
Salary and benefits
- 3-year PhD position based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Salary and allowance agreed upon with the relevant union
- International research collaboration with Australian scientists including a planned research stay at UNSW, Sydney, Australia
- Enrollment in the Biotechnology PhD degree programme (PhD school DTU Bioengineering) at DTU
Who can apply?
- Two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree (MSc students about to graduate are also welcome to apply)
- Solid foundation in chemistry and biotechnology, with theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in enzyme biotechnology
- Strong interest in cloning, heterologous enzyme expression, protein engineering, systematic experimental work with quantitative interpretation, and in silico work
- Strong skills in two or more of: protein/DNA construct design software, protein engineering, molecular biology, heterologous enzyme protein expression, purification, classic protein assessment, structure-function relationships of enzymes, kinetic characterization, computational skills, or research planning with electronic lab book systems
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
- A copy of the abstract of your MSc thesis
- A copy of any publications authored or co-authored
When to apply
- Complete online application must be submitted no later than 16 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
- Desirable starting date is November 1st, 2026, or as soon as agreed
How to apply
- Open the link 'Apply now' on the job page
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach all required materials in English in one single PDF file
Additional information
- Assessment of applicants will be conducted by Professor Anne S. Meyer and Enzyme Biotechnology Specialist Dr. Lara Pfaff from DTU Bioengineering
- Open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates due to research in critical technology subject to special rules for security and export control
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…
- Solid foundation in chemistry and biotechnology
- Hands-on experience with protein engineering and heterologous expression
- Proficiency in computational tools for protein/DNA design
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires on-site work in Denmark
- Includes a planned research stay in Sydney, Australia
- Subject to security and export control background checks
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a clear path for those aiming to become top-tier applied scientists in industrial enzyme technology. The project's focus on CO2 substrates and recycling processes provides a high-impact environment for building a career centered on sustainability and advanced protein engineering.
Our take
This is a strong opportunity for applicants with a quantitative mindset and a passion for industrial-scale enzyme applications. If you are looking for a project with significant international collaboration and a focus on climate-relevant technology, this is a compelling choice.
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