PhD Scholarship in Protein Assembly: The DTU Bioengineering is inviting applications for a PhD scholarship in an ambitious project focused on understanding protein and peptide phase separation and aggregation related to human neurodegenerative diseases. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to establish their careers in scientific research within a cutting-edge environment.
PhD Scholarship in Periodic Entanglement of Protein Assembly States Shaping Neurodegenerative Fate
Designation
PhD Student
Research Area
- Protein Science
- Biophysics
- Neurodegenerative Diseases
Location
DTU Bioengineering, Søltofts Plads, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Starting Date | 1 October 2025 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Salary | To be agreed upon as per collective agreement |
| Contact | Asst. Prof. Soumik Ray, +45 6147 9669, souray@dtu.dk |
Eligibility/Qualification
- A two-year master’s degree (120 ECTS) or similar, in experimental Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology, or related fields.
- Practical laboratory experience with biophysical characterization of proteins or protein phase separation as part of an MSc thesis.
- Interest in quantitative study of biomolecular systems in vitro.
Description
The PhD student will work under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Soumik Ray to contribute to the establishment and application of dynamic in vitro experimental frameworks aimed at investigating the relationship between protein phase separation and aggregation linked to neurodegenerative diseases. Responsibilities include assisting related research projects, supervising BSc and MSc students, overseeing research equipment, and conducting experimental design, data analysis, and writing scientific articles.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a complete online application, including:
- A letter of motivation (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English, including official grading scale)
- List of publications (if any)
- Contact details of 1-2 academic references
The application must be submitted as one PDF file via the online application form.
Last Date to Apply
31 May 2025 (23:59 Danish time)
For more information, please consult the DTU Bioengineering website or contact Asst. Prof. Soumik Ray directly. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
