Postdoc in Plant Biochemistry Full-time NEW

Postdoc Fellowship In Plant Biochemistry

The Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences invites applicants for a postdoc fellowship in plant biochemistry, financed by a grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation.

The start date is 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The employment is for 18 months.

The project capitalizes on a newly developed pipeline for identification of new BNI compounds with comparable efficiency to the current marketed synthetic nitrification inhibitors.

This project combines bioinformatics, biochemistry and molecular biology to elucidate missing biosynthetic enzymes to reconstruct complete metabolic pathways in yeast for bioproduction of biological nitrification inhibitors.

We are looking for candidates within the fields of Biology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioinformatics or biotechnology, who wish to join a dynamic research group working on plant biochemistry and biosynthesis of specialized metabolites.

The successful applicant will join Tomas Laursen and the Dynamic Metabolons Research Group, which specializes in the organization of biosynthetic pathways for production of bioactive compounds. The project is part of several ongoing research projects within the group focusing on understanding how plant produce and secrete bioactive compounds from the roots.

The Dynamic Metabolons research Group is a part of the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, which hosts four major Sections spanning from molecular biology to crop science and environmental chemistry.

We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories, plant growth facilities, and a metabolomics platform hosted within the Section.

The principal supervisor is Associate Professor Tomas Laursen, tola@plen.ku.dk.

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the Postdoc project
• Relevant publications
• Relevant work experience
• Other relevant professional activities
• Curious mind-set with a strong interest in the research field
• Excellent English language skills

Application and Assessment Procedure

Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically.

Please include:

1. Motivated letter of application
2. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
3. Original diplomas for BSc and MSc degrees and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in a language other than English or Danish. If the latest degree has not been completed, please include a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records and a written statement from the institution or supervisor.
4. Publication list (if possible)
5. Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline: The deadline for applications is 9 September 2026, 23:59 GMT+1.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position.