Postdoc in Bioprocess Engineering BRIGHT

Are you passionate about sustainabilityandreducing environmentalimpact through biomanufacturing Then come join usin advancing technologies for developing robust microbial cell factoriesandscalable bioprocesses that convert CO₂-derived feedstocksinto high-volume chemicals. This multi-yearinitiative consists of joint efforts between multiple groups covering the entireinnovation pipeline from metabolic toolsand design strain engineering process design fermentation downstream processing multi-omics techno-economic validationandbusiness development. We aim to establish newindustrial routes for essential chemicalsin a low-carbon economy throughinterdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities and qualifications
You will play a key role in a project coordinated by Professor John Woodley and Professor Alex Toftgaard Nielsen at BRiGHT (Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition) and at Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark.

You will be involved in development of process concepts for biological processes for converting primarily C1-derived feedstock into bulk biochemicals where the goal is to develop microbial production systems that radically change the production of chemicals in our society.

Your primary focus will be to:

• Assist with design of new reactor concepts.
• Designing and modelling downstream purification processes.
• Contribute to evaluating and modelling of scaling-up of the designed processes.
• Contribute to LCA analysis of the developed processes.
• Determine required titer rate and yield for various processes.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers.
• Contribute to publishing research findings in high-impact scientific journals.
• Prepare presentations as well as project deliverables ensuring high levels of accuracy and presentation.

As a formal qualification you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).

We are looking for a candidate with a strong demonstrated background in bioprocess engineering ideally combined with:

• Strong experience with bioprocess conceptualisation.
• Direct experience with evaluation and scale-up of renewable-carbon conversion routes.
• Strong knowledge of conceptual process design process modelling techno-economic analysis
• Experience with pilot plant commissioning and industrial process improvement is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and an openness to interdisciplinary teamwork.

Solid English capabilities are required and you will be involved in teaching and supervision of BSc and MSc student projects.

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 ofProfessional addition supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTUs salary structure for scientific staff: period of employment is three years. Starting date isor according to mutual agreement. The position is a full-time position.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor John Woodley () or Professor Alex Toftgaard Nielsen ().

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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 19 July 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 Novo Nordisk FoundationBiotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition (BRiGHT) at DTU.
Recent progress in our ability to read and write genomic code combined with advances in automation analytics and data science has fundamentally changed the scope and ambition of harnessing the potential of biological systems. Big data approaches and analysis of biological systems are key research instruments at the Institute. BRiGHT utilizes these advances for mission driven microbial cell factory design to foster sustainable lifestyles in relation to three application areas: Sustainable materials Microbial Foods and Net-zero agriculture.

DTU Chemical Engineering
The departments main activities lie within the areas of product design process design and production in the chemical biotechnological pharmaceutical food technological and energy technological industries.

DTU For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europes leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europes global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13800 students 1600 PhD students and 6500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive stimulating and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.