Postdoc Position in Activity Relationships: DTU Food invites applications for a postdoc position in QSAR modeling and application, for a duration of 12 months. The position involves the development of QSAR models and contributing to advisory work for regulatory use.
Postdoc Position in Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationships (QSARs)
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationships (QSARs)
Location: Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree (or equivalent) within computational toxicology (QSAR), toxicology, pharmacy, chemistry, biology or another relevant scientific area
- Strong interest in QSAR research
- Strong professional writing and presentation skills in English
- A systematic approach to work tasks and ability to handle multiple tasks in parallel
- Good ability to generate new ideas and bring them to life
- Skills for database handling and IT on a user level
Job Description: The successful applicant will become part of the Research group for chemical risk assessment and GMO at the DTU National Food Institute. Responsibilities include:
- Development of QSAR models
- Preparation of scientific articles
- Presentations at meetings and conferences
- Contributing to advisory work for regulatory use of QSAR predictions
- Engagement in various EU and national research projects
How to Apply: Please submit your online application no later than 28 July 2024 (23:59 Danish time). To apply, open the link “Apply now,” fill in the online application form, and attach all materials as one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Diploma with transcript (MSc/PhD)
- List of publications
- Names of 2-3 referees that may be contacted by the selection panel if required
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered. Interviews will take place continuously during the application period and soon thereafter.
Last Date for Apply: 28 July 2024
Further Information: For more information, contact Head of Research group Eva Bay Wedebye at +45 3588 7442. Read more about DTU Food on www.food.dtu.dk. For international applicants, useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU can be found at DTU – Moving to Denmark.
Salary and Terms of Employment: The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The workplace will be at the DTU Food premises in DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby. The period of employment is 12 months, starting preferably on 1st October, or if possible, 1st September 2024.
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation, and scientific advice. DTU offers a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment with a good level of flexibility regarding work balance and scheduling. All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
