Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management invites, in collaboration with VIA University College, applicants for a PhD fellowship in nature-based health promoting interventions in coastal land and sea areas. The project is part of the research project ‘Regions4Climate’, which is financed by EU/Horizon Europe.
Start date is (expected to be) August 1st or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project

The PhD project will investigate possible mental, physical and social health benefits  of nature-based interventions in green and blue spaces at Køge Bugt. Central to the PhD project is the concept of ‘Leave No One Behind’, and special focus will be on inclusion of marginalized and vulnerable groups. Overall, the PhD project consists of three main parts: 1. Development of a nature-based health promoting intervention at selected site(s) along Køge Bugt through a participatory-based process with the target groups, 2. Excecution/delivering of the intervention, and 3. Analysis of the intervention's possible impact on the participants’ health.

A nature-based health promoting intervention  takes place outdoors with connection to the natural environment, and can be characterized as complex, since it is composed of various interrelated elements that, in isolation or in combination, may generate the aimed effect of the intervention. Therefore, a mixed methods’ approach will be expected, where both quantitative and qualitative data will be collected and analysed.

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for candidates within the field(s) of psychology, physiotherapy, nursing, occupational therapy, or corresponding educational background. Applicants must have qualifications equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (two years). The applicant must have – or be able to acquire – adequate language skills in both Danish and English. Applicants can have a background from both research and practice. Competencies in the following areas are desirable:
–    Theoretical knowledge of how natural environments can offer opportunities for health promotion
–    Theoretical and/or practical experience of developing nature-based interventions
–    Experience with nature-based mindfulness interventions
–    Experience of conducting landscape analyses
–    Knowledge of participatory-based processes for development of interventions
–    Understanding of mixed methods’ research

Our group and research – and what do we offer?
The position is placed in the interdisciplinary research group Nature, Health & Design, which conducts research within a wide range of research trends on interactions between human health and the natural environment. The research group runs a full-scale laboratory, located in the Hoersholm arboretum, called Nature, Health & Design Lab. The lab consists of two settings: The Forest Therapy Garden Nacadia® and the Health Forest Octovia®. The groups research expertise provides evidence to guide policy makers, urban planners, landscape architects, therapists and other health professionals in translating gained knowledge into practice. The group is a part of Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. We are located in Copenhagen. 
In current PhD project  we collaborate with the interdisciplinary research programme Mind and Body in Mental Health, that carries out research in the field of complex interventions for training and supporting mental health and well-being. The group focuses on promoting mental health through behavioural mind-body interventions that incorporate body awareness, mindfulness, compassion and nature environments. Biomarkers are included together with these interventions to study mind-body interactions supporting their broader health promoting effects. This group is part of the Research Centre for Health and Welfare Technology, VIA University College, which is located in Aarhus.
We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. 

Regions 4 Climate
The PhD position is embeddd in the wider Regions 4 Climate project. Regions 4 Climate is a transdisciplinary research and innovation project that explores the potential for climate adaptation and resilience building at regional level. Based on cross-sectoral strategies created by and for people, the project partners will collaboratively develop and implement novel  social, technological, digital, business, governance, health promoting and environmental solutions to reinforce adaptive capacity and minimise vulnerability to climate impacts. The project focuses on a total of 12 regions in Europe, of which Køge Bugt forms the Danish part. The PhD candidate is expected to contribute actively to the intersectoral collaboration, implementation and the network activities associated with the Regions 4 Climate project.

Principal supervisor is Associate Professor, Dorthe Varning Poulsen, Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, E-mail: DVP@ign.ku.dk, Direct Phone: +45 61423161.

Co-supervisors are: 
Docent and head of research, Jesper Dahlgaard, Research Centre for Health and Welfare Technology,  VIA University College, E-mail: JESD@via.dk, Direct Phone: +45 87552992
Professor, Ulrika K. Stigsdotter, Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, E-mail: UKS@ign.ku.dk, Direct Phone: +45 40110801

The PhD programme 

A three year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme), if you already have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree. 

Getting into a position on the regular PhD programme 
 

Qualifications needed for the regular programme
To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. psychology, physiotherapy, nursing, occupational therapy. For information of eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database. 

Terms of employment in the regular programme 
Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years. 

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant. 

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure. 

Responsibilities and tasks 
•    Carry through an independent research project under supervision
•    Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
•    Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
•    Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
•    Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
•    Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

Application and Assessment Procedure
 Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. 

Please include:  
1.    Motivated letter of application (max. one page) 
2.    Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position 
3.    Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted. 
4.    Publication list (if possible)
5.    Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline: 
The deadline for application is 10 April 2023, 23:59 GMT + 2

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process 
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment. 

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified and, if so, for which of the two models. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/. 

Interviews with selected candidates are expected to be held in week 20-21

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/.
The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position. 
 

Deadline: 2023-04-10 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Post expires on Monday April 10th, 2023

There is an increasing demand for sustainable processing for example in terms of reducing of energy and water demand. Cleaning In Place (CIP) processes have a significant environmental bearing, in terms of energy consumption (estimated at 20% of the total energy used in manufacturing), water usage and use of chemicals. There is a substantial risk in product quality and safety associated with reducing the intensity of CIP processes making optimization challenging. Monitoring tools and advanced data analytics at industrial scale provide an opportunity that can be augmented by using models that capture the relevant physico-chemical phenomena.

The position is open from 01 June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. The duration of the position is for 2½ years.

The aim of the Position is to develop models that will enable optimization of Cleaning in Place (CIP) processes in the dairy industry. The research will use existing knowledge to develop physics based models to capture fundamental mechanisms at microscopic and macroscopic scales during cleaning. Models will be formulated to capture the uncertain and probabilistic nature of the phenomena. The research will benefit from models developed through an ongoing PhD programme.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with an interest in process modelling.

• a PhD (or soon-to-be PhD) in the areas of process modelling , PAT
• Academic preparation as well as (proven) experience in statistical analysis
• Strong programming skills in Python or Matlab
• Proven track record showing scientific productivity in peer reviewed journals (in relation to applicants’ career trajectory)
• Demonstrated capacity for effective teamwork
• Experience in supervising other researchers at different levels
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral

The following qualifications are highly preferred, but not required. Candidates who possess any of these qualifications are encouraged to highlight them in the application:

• Previous postdoc experience
• Experience in the areas of Markov-Chain; Monte Carlo and/or Approximate Bayesian Computation
• Experience in developing physics based machine models for process engineering problems
• Experience in Process Analytical Technology
• Previous experience in public outreach

The postdoc’s duties will include research within food science as well as teaching. The post may also include performance of other duties.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Prof. Serafim Bakalis (bakalis@food.ku.dk)

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 15 April 2023, 23:59 GMT+2

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews will be held on the 4th and 5th of May 2023.

Deadline: 2023-04-15 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Post expires on Saturday April 15th, 2023

The Department of Food Science, Section of Food Analytics and Biotechnology invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in food digestion and health with the aim to understand how the composition and structure of dietary fibre affects the interactions of foods with the digestive tract.

The PhD position is part of a research project funded by the Danish research council: ‘Fibre in Foods: Wheat varieties for enhanced health benefits at reduced processing levels (FAVOUREAT)’.

Start date is expected to be 1 September 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project

Consumption of dietary fibre is widely recognised to have positive health effects; however, many people worldwide consume less than the recommended FAO/WHO levels. In Europe, where bread is a staple, this is observed particularly among children and adolescents who increasingly prefer the highly refined, low-in-dietary fibre white bread. In response, the food industry has invested in developing high-fibre white bread by fortifying the white, refined flour with dietary fibre extracted from different sources (e.g. from oats). Although this could provide health benefits, it is (1) largely empirical, as we currently lack knowledge of how extraction impacts digestion, and (2) costly and with increased environmental impact as it requires energy-intensive prior fibre extraction, and associated adjustments to the production process.

FAVOREAT will explore the potential to develop healthy, minimally processed, high-fibre white bread by exploiting the natural diversity of wheat and utilising wheat lines that are naturally high in endosperm fibre. For this, FAVOREAT will generate new knowledge required to identify how different structures of exogenous and endogenous dietary fibre affect the digestion of bread and associated health effects, with the aim to provide white bread with increased health benefits at reduced processing levels. The project is highly interdisciplinary and spans from characterisation of the plant material to the production of the bread and evaluation of their digestibility and health effects using in-vitro and in-vivo studies. The project is built on an exciting collaboration between Rothamsted Research, UK, and the departments of Food Science and Animal & Veterinary Science at the University of Copenhagen.

Specific tasks for the PhD position in food digestion and health:

• Detailed characterisation of wheat cultivars, including extraction, hydrolysis, and characterisation of dietary fibre.
• Development and characterisation of bread with different dietary fibre compositions/structure
• In-vitro evaluation of starch/protein digestibility and structure breakdown of the bread during upper gastro-intestinal digestion using static and dynamic methods
• In-vitro gut microbiome studies of the different bread
• In-vivo animal studies and collection of samples. It is noted that the assistance from experienced personelle will be provided as required.
• Metabolomic analysis of bio-samples from the in-vivo studies.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates within a relevant field(s), such as food science, food engineering, and biochemistry (polysaccharides).

Our group and research- and what do we offer?

The selected PhD student will be part of the Plant Based Foods and Biochemistry research group in the Section of Food Analytics and Biotechnology. The group currently has 18 members and offers an open, supportive environment for everyone to thrive. We work on a range of topics that range from purely biotechnological to food science and digestion. As a member of the group, you will participate in our regular (weekly) meetings, where you will have the opportunity to present your work in a safe environment and engage in scientific discussions relevant to our field. You will also be part of our exciting social events.

The group is a part of the Department of Food Science, Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. We are located in Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment.

Principal supervisor is Dr Ourania Gouseti, Department of Food Science, UCPH (ourania@food.ku.dk).

The PhD programme is a three-year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme).

Qualifications needed:
To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. food science, food engineering, chemistry. For information on eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment:
Employment as PhD fellow is full-time and for maximum 3 years.

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

The terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC). The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

General Responsibilities and tasks

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision

• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, which for this position will be in the UK.
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for a candidate with several of the following qualifications:

• An MSc degree in areas relevant to the PhD project (e.g., food science, food engineering, biochemistry)
• Curious mindset with strong interest in food digestion and health
• Practical experience in in-vitro food digestion methods
• Material characterisation methods
• Metabolomics
• Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
• Microbe characterisation: 16S ribosomal RNA sequencing
• Excellent English communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethics
• High ambitions
• Team player

Key selection criteria:

• Professional qualifications relevant for the position
• Relevant work experience
• Language skills
• Creative thinking
• Level of enthusiasm and motivation

Application and Assessment Procedure

 Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include: 

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
2. Your motivation for applying for the specific PhD project/State which PhD project you are applying for (ved multiopslag)/Project proposal (ved helt åbne opslag)
3. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
4. Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
5. Publication list (if possible)
6. Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline:

The deadline for applications is 10 April 2023, 23:59 GMT +2

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. 

Deadline: 2023-04-10 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Post expires on Monday April 10th, 2023

The Terrestrial Ecosystem Analysis group at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management invite for applications for a postdoctoral position onboard the VILLUM-funded project “Arctic biogenic volatile compounds from above” (AVOCA). We offer a two-year position to be filled by 1 September 2023 or as soon as possible after.

About the project
Emissions of biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) from terrestrial vegetation are expected to change as a consequence of climate change. The abundance of emitted BVOCs is linked to climate feedbacks through their influence on atmospheric chemical processes and cloud formation. Recent studies of local emissions from Arctic tundra have now shown that this region has notable emission rates which may be highly relevant for our future climate.

AVOCA is a multidisciplinary project focusing on quantifying emissions of the most dominant BVOCs in Arctic terrestrial ecosystems. We will develop and apply new remote sensing techniques using data from unmanned aerial systems (UAS), satellite data, and field work to develop proxies for BVOC emissions. The project will e.g. explore the implementation of multi- and hyperspectral imaging from UAS for surface classification, estimates of photosynthesis, and for plant stress observations in natural ecosystems, as well as multispectral and thermal imaging for evaluation of surface moisture.

Your profile
We are looking for a candidate with experience and interest in both technical and applied aspects of multi- and hyperspectral remote sensing, and with interest in implementing these systems on UAS. Prior experience with operating UAS is an advantage but not a necessity. You are expected to work independently, have prior experience with computer scripting and have excellent communication skills in written and spoken English. You will be responsible for a project work package in collaboration with the project PI, and we prioritize both the candidate’s own research interests and the project aims, leaving room for personal ambitions within the frames of our research goals. The project includes field work in Denmark and possibility for field work in Sub-Arctic Sweden, and Greenland. Applicants should hold a PhD-degree or be defending it.

Workplace and research groups
You will be working in the Section for Geography in the Terrestrial Ecosystem Analysis research group (https://ign.ku.dk/english/research/geography/terrestrial-ecosystem-analysis/). Our group has a strong expertise in physical, geochemical and biological processes in terrestrial ecosystems related to carbon and nutrient cycles, greenhouse gasses and feedbacks with climate. The workplace offers strong possibilities for collaboration with both in-house remote sensing research groups and external national and international project partners.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Tenure Track Assistant Professor Andreas Westergaard-Nielsen (awn@ign.ku.dk).

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 10 April 2023, 23:59 GMT +1.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews are planned to be held in the second half of October 2022.

Deadline: 2023-04-10 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Post expires on Monday April 10th, 2023

Postdoc position in Primary cilia and pH-regulatory ion transport proteins

Department of Biology
Faculty of Science

University of Copenhagen

Description of the project

Most cells in our body contain antenna-like structures on their surface called primary cilia, which are important for regulating cell-cell communication and thereby the development and function of our organs. Defects in cilia can lead to severe human diseases called ciliopathies, which often affect the kidneys. The aim of this project is to investigate how two pH-regulatory ion transporters, NBCn1 and NHE1, are targeted to the primary cilium of mammalian kidney cells, and how they regulate pH within the cilium. NBCn1 and NHE1 regulate essential processes in our cells and organs and their dysfunction is linked to diseases like cancer and hypertension, but it is not clear how they get localized to and function at cilia. Likewise, intraciliary pH and its possible effect on ciliary function are unknown. The results will provide new insight into fundamental cellular trafficking mechanisms, the regulation and subcellular functions of NBCn1 and NHE1, and into how pH may affect cilia-mediated signaling.

The project is a collaboration between the Cilia Group and the NHE1 Group, both of which are located in the August Krogh Building, and is funded by a 3-year grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The postdoc’s duties will include research within the above-described field as well as teaching/student supervision. The post may also include performance of other duties.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Lotte Bang Pedersen (E-mail: lbpedersen@bio.ku.dk) or Professor Stine Falsig Pedersen (E-mail: sfpedersen@bio.ku.dk).

The position is open from 1st of June, 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Complete publication list

The deadline for applications is 10th of April, 2023, at 23:59 GMT +2.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Deadline: 2023-04-10 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Post expires on Monday April 10th, 2023

Department of Food Science, Section for Ingredient and Dairy Technology, invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in rapeseed protein chemistry and functionality with the aim to characterize proteins, cruciferin and napin, obtained from gentle isolation from seeds and press cake of rapeseeds and to enzymatically modify their surface propertiesfor improvement of their functional properties. The position starts 1 June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. The student will be enrolled at University of Copenhagen and be affiliated with the Food Proteins group.

Further information about the Department can be found at https://www.food.ku.dk/english/ and the Food Proteins group at https://food.ku.dk/english/research_at_food/research-groups/food_proteins_group/.

The project and what we offer

The PhD position is part of ‘SEEDFOOD: Functional and palatable plant seed storage proteins for sustainable foods’ project funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The primary partners in SEEDFOOD are University of Copenhagen (UCPH), Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and University of Le Mans in France (ULM). The project coordinator is Professor Marianne Nissen Lund, Department of Food Science, UCPH.

SEEDFOOD will serve as multi-disciplinary centre in which you as young scientist will benefit from training and joint supervision by principal investigators. We expect some mobility between labs and partners. You will be part of an international dynamic research environment founded on knowledge sharing, high scientific ambitions and cross-disciplinary synergy. We focus on active career development of junior researchers, and offer coaching/mentoring activities across the centre.

The vision of SEEDFOOD is to accelerate the transition from animal- to plant-based food proteins for sustainable food production and consumption. We will achieve this by tailoring plant protein ingredients towards superior functional, palatable, and nutritional properties through novel protein design and in-depth understanding of molecular interactions in the food matrix.

We will use rapeseed protein to expand the scientific foundation necessary for the use of seed storage proteins for foods. Rapeseed is a protein-rich crop used for industrial oil production. It is farmed on a large scale in e.g. Europe and may be utilized in new food types locally across the globe. In SEEDFOOD we will create knowledge to sustainably transform the poor functionality of plant seed storage proteins and rationally tailor protein performance for future food design.

Scientific themes in SEEDFOOD encompass: gentle and sustainable processing to isolate seed proteins; improvement of protein surface characteristics through enzyme and UV-light treatments; biophysics of protein structures and molecular interactions; functionality and palatability in model foods.

Specfic tasks for the PhD position:

• Identification and quantification of the rapeseed proteins, napin and cruciferin, in purified samples generated in the project by HPLC and LC-MS/proteomics.
• Modification of surface properties of napin and cruciferin by enzymes, and how changes in surface properties affect protein aggregation and functionality.
• Characterisation of the enzymatically induced modifications at a molecular level by HPLC, LC-MS and other state-of-the-art protein chemistry methods.

The principal supervisor is Professor Marianne Nissen Lund, Department of Food Science, mnl@food.ku.dk and co-supervisor is Assis. Prof. Kasper Engholm-Keller, Department of Food Science, kasper.engholm-keller@food.ku.dk

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• An MSc degree in biochemistry, biotechnology or food science
• Practical experience in either protein chemistry or food chemistry
• Practical experience with at least one of the following techniques: HPLC or LC-MS
• Preferably practical experience with protein functionality
• Excellent English communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethics
• High ambitions
• Team player

Key selection criteria:

• Professional qualifications relevant for the position
• Relevant work experience
• Language skills
• Creative thinking
• Level of enthusiasm and motivation
• Interpersonal and team player skills

Qualifications needed for the regular programme
To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. biochemistry, biotechnology or food science. For information of eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment in the regular programme
Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years.

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

The terms of employment and salary are in accordance to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC). The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

General responsibilities and place of employment

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

Department of Food Science is internationally recognized for excellence in food science research, education, strong industrial collaborations, and dynamic international environment, where English is the primary working language. The mission of the department is to contribute with new knowledge and innovative solutions for society and industry to support sustainable food production, food security, food safety, and help to produce consumer attractive, palatable, and high-quality novel foods promoting human health and well-being. We are characterized by a high involvement in interdisciplinary research at both international and national levels.

Application and Assessment Procedure

 Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include: 

1. Cover letter describing your educational background, prior experience and motivation for applying for the specific PhD project (max. one page)
2. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position (if you hold a degree from abroad, please explain how your degree(s) compare to the Danish BSc and MSc degrees and avoid abbreviations at all times)
3. Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
4. Publication list (if possible)
5. Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline:

The deadline for applications is 5th of April 2023, 23:59 GMT +2.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews with selected candidates are expected to be held in weeks 18-19.

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position. 

Deadline: 2023-04-05 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

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Post expires on Wednesday April 5th, 2023

Department of biology
Faculty of Science
University of Copenhagen

The Knudsen laboratory in the Section for Cell biology and Physiology currently have an opening for a postdoctoral researcher with experience in obesity, metabolism and islet physiology.

Our research and the Section

We are interested in the fundamental mechanisms that control hormone secretion from pancreatic islets. We study these basic mechanisms using biochemical assays, advanced microscopy, in situ perfusion, cell culture, mouse and human islets as wells as genetically modified mouse models. We are a part of a diverse section formed by labs that are interested in the molecular underpinnings of physiology. The groups work in a wide array of fields such as cancer, exercise physiology, primary cilia, adipose tissue, metagenomics and purinergic signaling. This diversity offers access to a wide array of methods and expertise within cell biology and physiology.

Your job

Obesity is associated with increased circulating levels of glucagon and this contributes to the increased diabetes risk. Although, we have known this for a very long time, it is unclear what the underlying mechanisms are. Your task will be to explore how obesity changes alpha cell and islet function, and how this affects whole body metabolism. In your work, you will use genetically modified animal models for in vivo experiments, FACS analysis and advanced microscopy to identify novel molecular mechanisms that lead to hypersecretion of glucagon in obesity. In addition, you will also mentor master and bachelor students affiliated with you project.     

Your profile

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:

You have a PhD in Biology, physiology or biomedicine.
You have a high degree of experience with in vivo mouse experiments.
You have experience in immunology.
You have experience in pharmacology.
You have extensive experience with microsurgery on small animal models.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in teams.
Excellent English skills written and spoken.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Assistant Professor Jakob G Knudsen at jgknudsen@bio.ku.dk.

The position is open from the 1 May 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

– Curriculum vitae

– Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)

– Cover letter

– Complete publication list

– Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 30 March 2023, 23:59 GMT +1.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Deadline: 2023-03-30 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Post expires on Thursday March 30th, 2023

PhD Project in CO2-Catalyzed Reactions for Carbon Capture and Storage
Department of Chemistry
Faculty of SCIENCE
University of Copenhagen

The Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science at University of Copenhagen invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in Organic Chemistry. The project is part of a research project financed by Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC). Start date is 1 June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project

The candidate will study how to catalyze organic reactions by using CO2 to produce useful organic building blocks, and upscale these processes for CO2 capture directly from ambient air. Various organic molecules will be evaluated for CO2 capture and functionalization. Our objectives include development of efficient CO2 absorbents and simultaneous CO2 up-concentration for further applications in biological and chemical CO2 conversion reactions.

Who are we looking for?

Applicants should hold an MSc degree in Chemistry with good results and be highly confident in written and spoken English. The candidates should be able to work independently and strive towards scientific excellence, be ambitious and hard-working. Only applicants who seek to be among the brightest in their field and do science at the highest international level will be considered. The candidates should have excellent skills in synthesis with at least 2-3 years of laboratory experience, particularly with development of new methodologies. Experience in CO2 research and polymer chemistry will be highly valued. As criteria for the assessment of your qualifications, emphasis will also be laid on previous publications (if any) and relevant work experience with GPC, NMR, solid state NMR, TGA, DSC, gas sorption.

Our group and research – and what do we offer?
The group is located at the Department of Chemistry, Organic Chemistry section, Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. The group is also part of the Nanoscience Center and The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center. We are a dynamic and international research group of about 15 members situated in the center of Copenhagen. Our students and staff members come from different academic backgrounds, and have in common a deep curiosity and eagerness to do research in organic chemistry, methodology, organic synthesis with real-world applications. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions. Students will gain insightful knowledge in diverse fields of chemical science including inorganic, organic, and organometallic chemistry, materials science and catalysis.

Principal supervisor is Associate Professor Jiwoong Lee, Department of Chemistry, jiwoong.lee@chem.ku.dk, Direct Phone: 35333312.

The PhD programme

A three year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme), if you already have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree.

Qualifications needed for the programme
To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. Organic Chemistry. For information of eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment
Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years.

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

Responsibilities and tasks in the PhD programme

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision

• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project
• Relevant publications
• Relevant work experience
• Other relevant professional activities
• Curious mind-set with a strong interest in organic chemistry and CO2 research
• Good language skills

Application and Assessment Procedure
Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include: 

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page), stating which PhD project you are applying for
2. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
3. Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
4. Publication list (if available)
5. Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline
The deadline for applications is 3 April  2023, 23:59 GMT +2.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified and, if so, for which of the two models. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews with selected candidates are expected to be held ultimo April of 2023.

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowships, please contact the principal supervisor (Associate Professor Jiwoong Lee, Department of Chemistry, jiwoong.lee@chem.ku.dk, Direct Phone: 35333312).

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position. 

Deadline: 2023-04-03 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

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Post expires on Monday April 3rd, 2023

Postdoctoral positions – Quantum Computing Algorithms for Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at University of Copenhagen has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow in Quantum Computing and its application to Chemistry. The position is within the focused research project “Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers”, recently funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. We are looking for an experienced programmer to work on the development of quantum chemistry algorithms for IBM’s noisy intermediate-scale (NISQ) quantum computers.

Job Description

The “Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers” project is at the border of quantum computing and quantum chemistry. It is a joint effort of the research groups of professor Stephan P. A. Sauer at the Department of Chemistry at University of Copenhagen (UCPH), professor Sonia Coriani at the Department of Chemistry at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), and professor Jacob Kongsted at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). Although this opening is for a position at the Department of Chemistry at University of Copenhagen, the position involves close collaborations with postdoctoral researchers and PhD students at DTU and SDU which will work jointly on different parts of this common project. The focused research project thus provides a vibrant scientific environment.

We offer a fixed-term employment contract of 30 months. The expected start date is 20. August 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Stephan P. A. Sauer (sauer@chem.ku.dk).

Responsibilities

• Development of Quantum Algorithms for Quantum Chemistry on NISQ Quantum Computers
• Participation in the group meetings and activities of the “Hybrid Quantum Chemistry on Hybrid Quantum Computers” project
• A smaller amount of teaching activities in BSc or MSc courses at the Department of Chemistry, University of Copenhagen

Basic Qualifications

Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years in Chemistry.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Experience with developing quantum computing algorithms for NISQ quantum computers
• Experience with programming correlated wavefunction quantum chemistry methods like Coupled Cluster or multi-reference self-consistent field methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with quantum computing software libraries like IBM’s Qiskit or Pennylane
• Understanding of modern electronic structure theory using correlated wavefunctions

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

Please send an application that describes your background and research interests. The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking Apply for Position no later than 10 April 2023.

Please include

• Motivational letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research Statement – description of previous experience with quantum computing and interests for the future
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of up to 3 particularly relevant papers

If possible, please list up to three scientists that you have worked with closely in your past research. (We will contact you for your consent if we wish to contact these.)

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

Deadline: 2023-04-10 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

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Post expires on Monday April 10th, 2023

Postdoc of natural language processing, human-computer interaction, and haptics

Department of Computer Science
Faculty of Science

University of Copenhagen

From simple vibrations to touchable holograms in midair, haptic signals enable us to feel virtual or remote content and people. Past research has shown than people have a rich language for describing the feel of haptic signals. This project will explore the use of natural language processing techniques for predicting user descriptions of haptic signals and guiding haptic signal design. The project focuses on creating sensory language models and human-AI interaction for collecting data and updating the models. 

The postdoc’s duties will include research within natural language processing, human-computer interaction, and haptic perception. The post may also include performance of other duties. The postdoctoral position is supervised by Dr. Hasti Seifi, and it involves a research stay at Arizona State University in the United States.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Dr. Hasti Seifi at hs@di.ku.dk

The 2-year position is open immediately.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 08/05/2023, 23:59 GMT +1.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

For any questions about the position or application process, please contact Dr. Hasti Seifi at hs@di.ku.dk

Deadline: 2023-05-08 at 23:59
Unit: Faculty of Science

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Post expires on Monday May 8th, 2023