Postdoc in Food Science (University of Copenhagen)

The Department of Food Science invites applicants for a 3-years Postdoctoral fellowship in Food Chemistry and Bioprocessing. The position is part of the Novo Nordisk Foundation funded project “Functionality-targeted isolation and modification of caseins from precision fermentation biomass (FUNCAS)”. The aim of the project is to identify, understand and predict the relationships between composition, structure and functionality of casein ingredients isolated from precision fermentation biomass and to develop post-process modification strategies to alleviate deficiencies in functionality compared to animal caseins. The postdoc’s duties will include research and dissemination activities as well as teaching and supervision. The postdoctoral fellow will be associated to the research group Food Proteins within the section Ingredient and Dairy Technology. Further information on the Department is linked at https://food.ku.dk/english/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Tenure Track Assistant Professor Norbert Raak (nr@food.ku.dk). The position is open from 01 October 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The candidate should have documented experience within several of the following areas: Food and bioprocessing operations Analytical chemistry Dairy protein chemistry, esp. chemistry of caseins Functional properties of food protein ingredients Chemometrics Design of experiments In addition, the following qualifications are expected: A PhD degree related to the subject area of the position Ability to independently conduct research projects Documented experience in teaching and supervision of MSc and BSc students Documented experience in scientific dissemination and communication A collaborative mindset Excellent English skills 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 Motivation letter describing your motivation for applying for the specific postdoc fellowship (max. 1 page) Curriculum vitae, without publication list, highlighting your qualifications (max. 3 pages) Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent) Description of previous and/or current research activities as well as research plans in relation to the offered position (max. 3 pages excl. references and illustrations) A scientific poster presentation (A0 portrait) illustrating the production of milk proteins through precision fermentation Teaching portfolio; i.e., description and documentation of teaching and supervision experience as well as certificates over formal pedagogical training Complete publication list Separate reprints of up to 3 particularly relevant publications Recommendation letters The deadline for applications is 25 May 2025, 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 are expected to be held in weeks 25 and/or 26. Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. Contact Norbert Eric Raak E-mail: nr@food.ku.dk Info Application deadline: 25-05-2025 Employment start: 01-10-2025 Working hours: Full time Department/Location: Department of Food Science Content not available due to cookie preferences You cannot see the content of this field because of your cookie preferences. Click here to change your cookie settings. Category: Marketing If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

The Department of Food Science invites applicants for a 3-years Postdoctoral fellowship in Food Chemistry and Bioprocessing. The position is part of the Novo Nordisk Foundation funded project “Functionality-targeted isolation and modification of caseins from precision fermentation biomass (FUNCAS)”. The aim of the project is to identify, understand and predict the relationships between composition, structure and functionality of casein ingredients isolated from precision fermentation biomass and to develop post-process modification strategies to alleviate deficiencies in functionality compared to animal caseins.
The postdoc’s duties will include research and dissemination activities as well as teaching and supervision.
The postdoctoral fellow will be associated to the research group Food Proteins within the section Ingredient and Dairy Technology. Further information on the Department is linked at https://food.ku.dk/english/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Tenure Track Assistant Professor Norbert Raak (nr@food.ku.dk).
The position is open from 01 October 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The candidate should have documented experience within several of the following areas:
    Food and bioprocessing operations
    Analytical chemistry
    Dairy protein chemistry, esp. chemistry of caseins
    Functional properties of food protein ingredients
    Chemometrics
    Design of experiments

In addition, the following qualifications are expected:
    A PhD degree related to the subject area of the position
    Ability to independently conduct research projects
    Documented experience in teaching and supervision of MSc and BSc students
    Documented experience in scientific dissemination and communication
    A collaborative mindset
    Excellent English skills

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
    Motivation letter describing your motivation for applying for the specific postdoc fellowship (max. 1 page)
    Curriculum vitae, without publication list, highlighting your qualifications (max. 3 pages)
    Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
    Description of previous and/or current research activities as well as research plans in relation to the offered position (max. 3 pages excl. references and illustrations)
    A scientific poster presentation (A0 portrait) illustrating the production of milk proteins through precision fermentation
    Teaching portfolio; i.e., description and documentation of teaching and supervision experience as well as certificates over formal pedagogical training
    Complete publication list
    Separate reprints of up to 3 particularly relevant publications
    Recommendation letters
The deadline for applications is 25 May 2025, 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 are expected to be held in weeks 25 and/or 26.

Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.

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Norbert Eric Raak
E-mail: nr@food.ku.dk
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Application deadline: 25-05-2025
Employment start: 01-10-2025
Working hours: Full time
Department/Location: Department of Food Science
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