Research Assistant in Reproductive Toxicology - DTU Food

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join our team in reproductive toxicology. You will support a range of experimental studies focused on how environmental chemicals affect reproductive and developmental health. Your main responsibilities will include conducting lab experiments, but you will also assist in performing literature reviews and contributing actively to research projects. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment with a strong focus on developmental biology, endocrine disruption, and toxicological mechanisms. Experience with laboratory animal models and histology, especially for the female reproductive system, is advantageous.

Responsibilities and qualifications
You will support various research projects by performing key laboratory tasks, immunohistochemistry, RNAscope, histological staining and evaluation, among others. Experience with histology is highly desirable, as you will assist with rodent toxicity studies, using methods tailored to specific projects in close collaboration with team members. While prior lab experience is beneficial, a willingness to learn new techniques and a results-driven mindset are most important. 

The role also includes data management and organization to support the team’s research efforts and advisory tasks.

As a formal qualification, you must have a master’s degree in biotechnology, engineering, or equivalent.

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 Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. 

The period of employment is 1 year.

Preferred starting date is 1 May 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor and Head of Research Group Terje Svingen on tesv@food.dtu.dk 

You can read more about the DTU National Food Institute at www.food.dtu.dk/english

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure 
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 17 March 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)

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.

DTU National Food Institute
DTU National Food Institute conducts research into and disseminates - through advice, innovation and teaching - sustainable and value-creating solutions in the area of food and health for the benefit of society. The vision is to make a difference by generating future prosperity through research into food and health. The institute works to prevent disease and promote health, develop new and better food products for a growing population and create sustainable technological solutions, including biosolutions. The institute’s tasks are carried out in interdisciplinary collaboration within e.g. nutrition, chemistry, toxicology, microbiology, epidemiology, modelling, and technology. This is achieved through a strong academic environment of international top class with correspondingly skilled researchers and employees. The Institute employs approximately 390 staff members.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.