Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Lyngby-Taarbæk, 1 stilling
Department of Systems Biology at the Technical University of Denmark invites applications for a position as professor in Protein Science. The position will be placed in our Protein Science section with about 50 staff members.
The section employs tools within protein structure, function, engineering and molecular interactions as well as proteomics, genomics and immunology to exploit biotechnological and therapeutic potential in relation to enzymatic biomass-processing, interplay of diet, host and gut microbiota, biomarker and vaccine discovery, and innate immune system and lifestyle diseases. The section also teaches Bachelor and Master students within the areas of Biotechnoloy, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, and Systems Biology . The section has extended international and national collaborations including industrial and clinical partners.
Responsibilities and tasks
The successful candidate is expected to contribute through forefront research and innovation within at least one of the areas of our Protein Science section mentioned above and also to lead further developments of our engineering education within the area of Protein Science.
Research activities are expected to link to other relevant engineering areas including bioinformatics and systems biology.
The new professor in the Protein Science section will be expected to enter into collaborative projects with groups from the department and relevant DTU departments (DTU Vet, DTU Food, DTU Chemistry and DTU Nanotech). The aim will be to complement existing competences and thereby create synergies with state of the art methodologies in proteomics, protein structure/design or protein chemistry to advance existing research agendas and create new ones.
The successful candidate is expected to take a lead position in teaching at the bachelor-, master- and PhD levels.
Qualifications
Candidates should have obtained well-documented recognition international within one or more of the above mentioned research themes, raised grants and mentored young researchers.
The successful candidate should also be able to document teaching experience at all university levels in one or more areas of protein chemistry, including protein function and computational design, structural biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics and systems biology.
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to
•the ability to teach
•scientific production at international level, research potential and ability to lead and develop a research team
•the ability to promote and utilize research results
•experience with innovation activities
•an all-round experience basis, including international experience
•the ability to contribute to the development of the Department’s internal and external cooperation
•track record in attracting funding to the research area
•visions within the research area
For the specific position consideration will also be given to:
•internationally recognized researcher within one of the areas of proteomics, protein function/structure/design or protein chemistry
•experience with mentoring young researchers
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Head of Department, Hanne Østergaard Jarmer, +45 4525 2477.
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Application procedure:
Please submit your online application no later than 5 November 2015.
Applications must be submitted as one pdf file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one pdf file. The file must include:
•Application (cover letter) addressed to the President
•CV
•Diploma (MSc/PhD – an official translation into English)
•List of publications indicating scientific highlights
•Documentation for teaching experience (e.g. in the form of a teaching portfolio)
•A plan for future research
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
DTU Systems Biology is a DTU department, which at the highest international level works with molecular and clinical aspects, inter alia, in industrial biotechnology and medical biology. Fundamental experimental and theoretical biology research is the starting point for research-based activities at DTU Systems Biology, which places great emphasis on translating scientific discoveries for advanced technical applications. The application-oriented perspective characterizes research as well as teaching at the department. The department has a close cooperation with several other DTU departments.
DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and public service. Our staff of 5,800 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society; and our 10,300 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government, and public agencies.
