PhD Researcher (Food Safety, On-site)

Job summary

A PhD position is available focusing on the formation and health impacts of N-nitrosamines in food systems, part of an international research initiative. The project aims to investigate both endogenous and exogenous N-nitrosamines and their role in chronic disease development through in vitro digestion models.

Qualifications

• Two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or equivalent in analytical chemistry, food science, environmental science, toxicology, or a related field.
• Strong interest in chemical food safety and human health.
• Experience or interest in analytical techniques such as LC-MS/MS or chromatography.
• Knowledge of in vitro digestion models and experimental design is preferred.
• Skills in data analysis and statistics using tools like R or similar software.
• Strong laboratory and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct in vitro digestion experiments using the INFOGEST model.
• Investigate the influence of various dietary sources on N-nitrosamine formation.
• Study the effects of promoters and inhibitors on nitrosation reactions.
• Perform quantitative analyses of N-nitrosamines using advanced techniques such as LC-MS/MS.
• Process and analyze complex datasets with statistical tools.
• Contribute to dietary exposure modeling and communicate findings through publications and conferences.
• Complete PhD coursework and participate in teaching activities related to food safety and chemistry.

Skills

• Analytical techniques (LC-MS/MS, chromatography).
• Data analysis and statistics (R or similar).
• Laboratory skills and problem-solving.

Education

• Master's degree in a relevant field (analytical chemistry, food science, etc.).

Tools

• INFOGEST digestion model, LC-MS/MS, statistical analysis software.