Postdoc in Analytical Food Chemistry: Join the Research Group for Analytical Food Chemistry at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). This full-time postdoctoral position focuses on enhancing food safety in Europe by investigating chemical contaminants in the food chain.
Postdoc in Analytical Food Chemistry – Specializing in Processing Contaminants in Foodstuffs
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Analytical Chemistry, Food Safety |
| Location | Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD degree (or equivalent) in Analytical Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering |
| Job Description | Focus on trace-level analysis of food contaminants, method development, and collaboration with researchers in a dynamic laboratory environment. |
| How to Apply | Submit a complete online application as one PDF file including a cover letter, CV, academic diplomas, and a list of publications through the provided application link. |
| Last Date to Apply | August 17, 2025 (23:59 Danish time) |
Research Area
The research will involve advanced analytical methods, particularly mass spectrometry, to evaluate and enhance food safety protocols across Europe, specifically focusing on organic processing contaminants in food.
Location
This position is based at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), located in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD degree (or equivalent) in Analytical Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
- Strong experience with GC-MS instrumentation, preferably in food or biological sample analysis.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct trace-level analyses of organic processing contaminants in food.
- Operate and maintain advanced analytical instruments.
- Contribute to method development, validation, and optimization.
- Collaborate with network partners across Europe to support EU Reference Laboratory for Processing Contaminants (EURL-PC) responsibilities.
- Participate in scientific reports, research projects, and publications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online by August 17, 2025. All application materials must be combined into a single PDF file and include:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Academic diplomas (MSc/PhD in English)
- List of publications
Last Date for Applying
August 17, 2025 (23:59 Danish time)
For more information, please contact Senior Advisor, Arvid Fromberg (arfr@food.dtu.dk) or Head of Research Group, Jens J. Sloth (jjsl@food.dtu.dk).
