Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbial Biotechnology (Food Science, Denmark)

Job summary

A 1-year postdoctoral position is available focusing on accelerating the cheese ripening process through microbial solutions. The role involves laboratory trials and optimization of food-grade microorganisms for practical applications in the dairy industry.

Qualifications

• PhD degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Extensive experience in microbiology.
• Proven experience in metabolic engineering, particularly with recombinant microorganisms.
• Familiarity with fermentation processes and bioreactor operations.
• Practical skills in HPLC for quantifying cheese-related compounds.

Responsibilities

• Optimize lactic acid bacteria for enhanced performance.
• Conduct laboratory cheese trials and assess ripening by quantifying relevant compounds.
• Test successful solutions at a Danish dairy on a larger scale.
• Oversee the optimization of selected food-grade microorganisms.

Skills

• Strong background in microbiology and metabolic engineering.
• Experience with fermentation and bioreactor management.
• Proficiency in HPLC techniques.

Education

• A PhD degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline is required.

Tools

• Laboratory equipment for microbiological analysis and HPLC systems.