Postdoctoral in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology: The Novo Nordisk Foundation is inviting applications for individual postdoctoral fellowships aimed at outstanding researchers in the fields of industrial and environmental biotechnology. This fellowship supports the development of independent research areas within these critical fields that contribute to sustainability and productivity.
Postdoctoral Fellowships in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Industrial Biotechnology and Environmental Biotechnology |
| Location | Denmark, Nordic countries (excluding Denmark) |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD obtained within 6 years of application deadline or currently a PhD student defending before April 1, 2026. Must submit host and support letters. |
| Funding Amount | Up to DKK 3.3 million per grant, distributed over 1-3 years. |
| Application Process | Applications should be submitted via the NNF application system. |
Job Description:
The postdoctoral fellowship is intended for researchers who will address significant challenges in industrial and environmental biotechnology. Proposed research must demonstrate a clear biotechnology element aimed at sustainability and productivity enhancement.
Priority Areas Include:
- Engineering of biological tools for synthesis and production of valuable products.
- Development of technologies for direct bioproduction applications.
- Improvement of biomanufacturing efficiency.
- Biological tools and systems focused on environmental protection and improvement.
- Ecosystem understanding and manipulation related to biotechnology.
- Data science applications promoting industrial or environmental biotechnology research.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should complete their applications as per the guidelines outlined in the NNF application system. All necessary documents, including a host letter from a Nordic institution and support letters, must be included.
Last Date to Apply:
21 August 2025, 2:00 PM (Copenhagen time)
For more information, please contact:
- Henning Jørgensen, Senior Scientific Manager, Ph.D. (hej@novo.dk)
- Panagiotis Tsapekos, Scientific Manager (pta@novo.dk)
- Linsey Zielinski, Grant Manager (lzi@novo.dk)
This is a fantastic opportunity for emerging scientists looking to make significant contributions to their fields while fostering independent research.
