Postdoctoral position in Food Biophysics

TheDepartment of Physics Chemistry and Pharmacy University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Simonsen group within molecular biophysics of food ingredients. The research is focused on structural and physical aspects of food ingredients and food matrices using high resolution microscopy and image analysis.

We are seeking a highly motivated applicant to join our research team for a project on molecular scale imaging of food molecules in collaboration with an external company partner.

The ideal candidate has the following competences and skills:

• A Ph.D. in biophysics
• An Msc in physics.
• Extensive research experience in soft matter and biophysics.
• Analytical and programming skills for data analysis and ai-based analysis.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (English) for effective teamwork across disciplines.

Additional valuable skills:

• Research expertise in the preparation and characterization of soft materials and gels.
• Research expertise inAtomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and AFM-based force spectroscopy.
• Research expertise in optical and confocal microscopy.

Starting date: 1 July 2026. The position is for up to two years.

For further information please contact Associate Professor Adam Cohen Simonsen Department of Physics Chemistry and Pharmacy University of Southern Denmark e-mail:.

Natural Science Research Interdisciplinary Strength
The Department of Physics Chemistry and Pharmacyis one of four departments at the Faculty of Science SDU and is located in Odense. At the Department we contribute to solving some of societys greatest challenges within energy environment health and sustainability. We succeed because we build bridges between disciplines and transcend traditional boundaries. Our interdisciplinary mindset is not only a fundamental condition but also our strength. And it is a strength that ensures our research and education are recognized both nationally and internationally.

Our vision is to create and apply knowledge across the natural sciences. We are unique in housing research within physics chemistry and pharmacy under one department which provides excellent opportunities to explore the intersections between these disciplines.Read more about our vision here.

The candidate will be part of theSection for Physics.

Application salary etc.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).Please check links for more information onsalary(only available in Danish)and taxation.

The application must include the following:

• A curriculum vitae including information on previous employment with start and end dates
• A full list of publications stating the scientific publications on which the applicant wishes to rely
• Copy of PhD diploma if Phd diploma has not yet been received please include statement from your supervisor
• A brief survey of the applicants most important research results.

Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.

To qualify you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.

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

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link Apply now. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDUbefore you apply.
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About SDU
The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research innovative solutions education or learning we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains develops and recruits talent. At the same time we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities and we can only do that with the right people. The Universitys researchers lecturers students managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success.