Postdoctoral Fellow in Environmental and Industrial Biotechnology

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Postdoctoral Fellow in Environmental and Industrial Biotechnology Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): L'Università NTNU offre una posizione di ricercatore post-dottorato di 3 anni nel campo delle biotecnologie ambientali e industriali, con sede a Trondheim, Norvegia. Il candidato selezionato parteciperà a un progetto di ricerca collaborativa volto a valorizzare i flussi residui nell'acquacoltura e nell'agricoltura norvegese. Le mansioni principali includono la conduzione di ricerche innovative, la pubblicazione di articoli accademici, la richiesta di finanziamenti e la partecipazione a conferenze internazionali. È richiesta una laurea di dottorato in biotecnologia o discipline correlate, con una solida esperienza nelle biotecnologie ambientali e industriali. Il ruolo prevede anche attività di insegnamento e mentoring per studenti e dottorandi. È necessaria la disponibilità a trasferirsi a Trondheim. This is NTNU NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim. At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world. You can find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here . About the position Are you ready to take your research career to the next level? We offer an exciting 3-year position postdoctoral position that gives you the opportunity to develop a strong profile as researcher. If the candidate has the relevant qualifications the appointment may be extended with a fourth year that includes teaching duties. You will also gain valuable experience that might be relevant for your further career. The purpose of a postdoctoral position is to build up a researcher profile that qualifies for a position as associate professor. The position may also offer additional skills that are relevant to the postdoctoral fellow's future career. Apply for this position to become part of our research environment and take the next step in your career with us. Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department. About the project Within the collaborative and knowledge-building project Valoras awarded from the Research Council of Norway (RCN) (KSP25: industry-oriented research on Biotechnology), we will apply environmental and industrial biotechnology concepts to valorise residual streams, supporting resource circularity in Norwegian aquaculture and agriculture. You will join the research group of Prof. David Weissbrodt ( URL ) and collaborate closely with Prof. Per Bruheim and Prof. Ingrid Bakke within the Environmental & Industrial Biotechnology research theme of the Microbial Biotechnology division at IBT, as well as research and industrial partners. Our division offers state-of-the-art facilities for bioprocess engineering, microbial cultivation, microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, mass spectrometry, multi-omics, bioinformatics, and modelling. Our group is embedded in a highly collaborative research environment with strong links across NTNU, national research centres, and international biotechnology, microbiology and water networks. Duties of the position Conduct high-quality, innovative research in environmental and industrial biotechnology. Develop as an independent, collaborative scientist with a strong academic profile. Participate in the environmental & industrial biotechnology theme of the ‘Analysis and Control of Microbial Systems’ and ‘Bioprocess and Microbial Physiology’ research groups, working closely with colleagues of the Microbial Biotechnology division at IBT. Collaborate with internal and external research, innovation, and industrial partners. Be active on academic publications and popular science dissemination. Apply for research funding and write applications and report on progress to funding sources. Participate in international activities such as conferences and/or research stays. Contribute to teaching in the fields of Microbiology, Environmental Biotechnology or Biochemical Engineering depending on departmental needs. Obtain the Uniped pedagogical basic competence in parallel to research and teaching activities, to qualify for a future academic career. Mentor students and PhD candidates, helping them with their research projects, and advising on methodology and academic writing. Readiness to relocate in Trondheim, Norway. Required selection criteria You must have completed a doctoral degree in biotechnology or a related discipline with a strong background in environmental biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, aquaculture and ocean resources, agricultural bioengineering, or related research areas. Ability to integrate principles in mixed-culture, co-culture, and pure-culture biotechnology. Strong experimental and theoretical background combining hands-on expertise in biotechnology, bioproce Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).