Postdoc in the discovery of small antimicrobial phage proteins
Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
University of Copenhagen
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic postdoctoral researcher for a 2½ year position in the discovery of small antimicrobial phage proteins, commencing on April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
The postdoc will be part of a research program conducted in close collaboration with another postdoctoral researcher and a PhD student. The research is furthermore part of a larger European consortium, END2AMR (European novel drug research to address microbial Infections and drug resistance), funded through the EU Innovative Health Initiative program.
Information on the department can be found at: https://ivh.ku.dk/english/
Our group and research
Our PHAGEBio research group investigates the biology and applications of bacteriophages, which naturally kill bacteria. Our goal is to uncover new mechanisms of phage-host interaction and to develop approaches for utilizing phages and their proteins to control pathogenic bacteria. We offer the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge, innovative, and scientifically stimulating environment. We value teamwork and comprise a group of ambitious researchers from around the world, supported by a broad network within the fields of bacteriophages and antimicrobial proteins. We offer excellent training opportunities, both personally and professionally, and the opportunity to contribute new knowledge to an exciting and rapidly evolving scientific field.
For more information, see here: https://ivh.ku.dk/english/research/food_safety_and_zoonoses/phages/
Your job
The ongoing crisis of antibiotic-resistant bacteria demands innovative approaches to find and develop new antimicrobial solutions. Bacteriophages, viruses that infect bacteria, provide a unique opportunity to discover new antimicrobials, as their interactions can inhibit bacterial growth or cause bacterial death. The primary objective of this research is to develop next-generation antibacterial agents by utilizing bacteriophage proteins and their engineered derivatives.
The postdoc position focuses on identifying new antibacterial proteins and peptides from bacteriophage genomes through a systematic bioinformatic pipeline, followed by experimental characterization of their inhibitory potential and understanding their mode of action. Close collaboration with another postdoctoral researcher will further enable the engineering of identified candidates. Also, methodologies will be shared among the two postdocs and the PhD student employed, ensuring efficient resource use and maximizing scientific output. We expect you to explore the antimicrobial potential of phage proteins and contribute to other projects within the PHAGEBio research group.
Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:
Essential experience and skills:
The place of employment is at the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Questions
For further information, please contact Professor Lone Brøndsted; lobr@sund.ku.dk; www.sund.ku.dk
Foreign applicants may find additional information on this link: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Please indclude
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline and to disregard applications that do not meet the requirements mentioned above.
The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Interviews are expected to be held in week 9-11
The University of Copenhagen aims to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
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Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
University of Copenhagen
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic postdoctoral researcher for a 2½ year position in the discovery of small antimicrobial phage proteins, commencing on April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
The postdoc will be part of a research program conducted in close collaboration with another postdoctoral researcher and a PhD student. The research is furthermore part of a larger European consortium, END2AMR (European novel drug research to address microbial Infections and drug resistance), funded through the EU Innovative Health Initiative program.
Information on the department can be found at: https://ivh.ku.dk/english/
Our group and research
Our PHAGEBio research group investigates the biology and applications of bacteriophages, which naturally kill bacteria. Our goal is to uncover new mechanisms of phage-host interaction and to develop approaches for utilizing phages and their proteins to control pathogenic bacteria. We offer the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge, innovative, and scientifically stimulating environment. We value teamwork and comprise a group of ambitious researchers from around the world, supported by a broad network within the fields of bacteriophages and antimicrobial proteins. We offer excellent training opportunities, both personally and professionally, and the opportunity to contribute new knowledge to an exciting and rapidly evolving scientific field.
For more information, see here: https://ivh.ku.dk/english/research/food_safety_and_zoonoses/phages/
Your job
The ongoing crisis of antibiotic-resistant bacteria demands innovative approaches to find and develop new antimicrobial solutions. Bacteriophages, viruses that infect bacteria, provide a unique opportunity to discover new antimicrobials, as their interactions can inhibit bacterial growth or cause bacterial death. The primary objective of this research is to develop next-generation antibacterial agents by utilizing bacteriophage proteins and their engineered derivatives.
The postdoc position focuses on identifying new antibacterial proteins and peptides from bacteriophage genomes through a systematic bioinformatic pipeline, followed by experimental characterization of their inhibitory potential and understanding their mode of action. Close collaboration with another postdoctoral researcher will further enable the engineering of identified candidates. Also, methodologies will be shared among the two postdocs and the PhD student employed, ensuring efficient resource use and maximizing scientific output. We expect you to explore the antimicrobial potential of phage proteins and contribute to other projects within the PHAGEBio research group.
Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:
Essential experience and skills:
- You have a PhD in molecular microbiology, biotechnology, synthetic biology, bioinformatics or similar
- You are highly experienced in bioinformatics, molecular microbiology, and microbiology
- You have an active interest in phage biology
- Proficient communication skills
- Excellent team worker
- Excellent English skills, written and spoken
- You are experienced in working independently
- Experienced in manuscript writing
- Experience or knowledge of phage biology
- Experience or knowledge in in protein biochemistry and structural biology, with emphasis on protein–protein interaction analysis
The place of employment is at the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Questions
For further information, please contact Professor Lone Brøndsted; lobr@sund.ku.dk; www.sund.ku.dk
Foreign applicants may find additional information on this link: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Please indclude
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
- Motivated letter of application (max. one page).
- CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills, and other skills relevant for the position.
- A certified/signed copy of the PhD and Master of Science certificates. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do.
- Complete list of publications.
We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline and to disregard applications that do not meet the requirements mentioned above.
The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Interviews are expected to be held in week 9-11
The University of Copenhagen aims to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
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