Applications are invited for the fully funded 3 year postdoctoral scholarship ‘Conductive 3D cell scaffolds for environmental toxicology and bioremediation’. The postdoctoral scholarship is part of the VKR Young investigator grant ‘Intelligent 3D cell scaffolds for environmental applications’ funded by the Villum Foundation. The aim of the overall project is to develop a new generation of 3D carbon scaffolds. The electrically conductive structures will allow for bioelectrochemical monitoring of cells exposed to environmental pollutants. In parallel, the potential of the developed 3D microstructures for bioremediation of polluted groundwater will be evaluated.
Research environment
The postdoctoral researcher will be mentored by Senior Researcher Stephan Sylvest Keller at the Department of Micro- and Nanotechnology (DTU Nanotech) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). The experimental work will be carried out in the laboratories of DTU Nanotech, where a state of the art cell laboratory and characterization tools such as XPS, AFM, Raman and FT-IR are available. Sample imaging will partially be performed in the electron microscopy facilities of DTU CEN.
Responsibilities and tasks
The postdoc will be responsible to develop the experimental methods for cell culturing, electrochemical measurements and cell imaging on the new 3D scaffolds. Additionally, the postdoc will be responsible for establishing a collaboration with DTU Environment and the University of Canterbury (New Zealand) on bioremediation. In the context of the VKR project, the postdoctoral researcher will be involved as co-supervisor of two PhD students.
Qualifications
The applicant should have a PhD or equivalent in physics, electronics, chemistry, material science, or engineering. Furthermore, experience with bioelectrochemistry is a requirement.
We offer
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
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 with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Senior Researcher Stephan Sylvest Keller, tel: +45 4525 5846, stephan.keller@nanotech.dtu.dk
Please do not send applications to this e-mail address, instead apply online as described below.
You can read more about the VKR Young Investigator grant on:
http://www.nanotech.dtu.dk/english/News/Nyhed?id=c5c7adc9-6034-42e5-8518-a60b703413dc
Application procedure:
Please submit your online application no later than 3 November 2014.
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Diploma
- List of publications
Applications and enclosures 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.
DTU Nanotech - the Department of Micro- and Nanotechnology - is situated in the northern part of Copenhagen. DTU Nanotech is a centre of excellence in micro- and nanotechnology utilising sciences across the traditional boundaries of technology, thereby enabling innovative solutions for the benefit of society. DTU Nanotech has approx. 220 staff members. With 40 % international employees, the department constitutes an international environment.
DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, inno- vation and public service. Our staff of 5,700 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society; and our 10,000 students are educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government, and public agencies.
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