About the opportunity
The BRIGHT initiative (The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is seeking a Postdoc to join an interdisciplinary systems biology team. The role involves employing cutting-edge methodologies to evolve, engineer, and study microorganisms capable of growth on CO2 and derived feedstocks. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Stefano Donati to develop robust microbial cell factories for scalable bioprocesses. This 3-year position is part of a multi-year initiative covering the entire innovation pipeline, from metabolic design to techno-economic validation, aiming to establish new industrial routes for essential chemicals in a low-carbon economy.
Salary and benefits
- 3-year full-time employment contract
- Salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Negotiable salary supplements in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff
- Opportunity to work in an international, interdisciplinary research environment
- Access to career development paths at a leading technical university
Who can apply?
- Must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent)
- Strong and proven track record of bringing projects to completion
- Strong experience in experimental microbial systems biology and molecular biology
- Experience in multi-omics data generation and analysis (transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) and sequencing technologies
- First-hand experience working with mini bioreactors and adaptive laboratory evolution
- Programming skills in R or Python
- Strong language skills in English
- Strong interpersonal skills and creative thinking
- Willingness to work in a diverse, multi-disciplinary, and highly collaborative team
Required documents
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
When to apply
- Application deadline: 19 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
How to apply
- Open the 'Apply now' link on the official job page
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach all required materials in English as one single PDF file
Additional information
- Starting date is 01-02-2027 or according to mutual agreement
- 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
- All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply
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…
- Holders of a PhD degree with proven experience in experimental microbial systems biology and molecular biology
- Scientists skilled in multi-omics data generation, analysis, and working with mini bioreactors or adaptive laboratory evolution
- Professionals looking for a 3-year full-time research position within an interdisciplinary university team
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is strictly on-site at DTU in Kgs. Lyngby, requiring relocation if based elsewhere
- Candidates should be prepared for open-source background checks related to critical technology security rules
- Programming proficiency in R or Python is necessary alongside wet-lab competencies
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This postdoc allows researchers to drive high-impact innovations in sustainable biomanufacturing and low-carbon industrial chemical routes within a well-supported academic setting.
Our take
Experienced systems biology postdocs aiming to contribute to green transition initiatives should strongly consider applying.
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