Postdoc in Next-Generation Plant-Based Proteins

• A doctoral degree, or an equivalent foreign degree, in chemistry, food science, biotechnology, or a closely related field. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made. 
• You will need excellent communication skills in English, including a proven track record of scientific publications.
• Proven experience with protein extraction and strong theoretical and technical skills related to protein functionality, nutritional value, and flavor compound analysis proven through previous projects and publications.
• Ability towork independently as well as collaboratively, and to take responsibility for driving the project forward. 

You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.

• Adoctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• Experience of working with plant-based ingredients or products, including enhancement of their technological, nutritional, or sensory properties, is meritorious.

What you will do

• Conduct research within the FAVOUR project with a specific focus on optimizing the flavor, functionality, and nutritional value of plant proteins.
• You willwill be responsible for experimental planning, maintaining contact with project partners, conducting practical work, collecting samples, handling data, writing publications, and communicating results within the project and with the industry partners.
• Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent.
• Possibility to engage in teaching at undergraduate/master’s level.

The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.

Contract terms

The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.

The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.

What we offer

• As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.

Application procedure

We look forward to your application!

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** 

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
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