项目介绍

2024年1月18日

Job description

A PhD stipend/Integrated PhD Stipend is available in the topic of enzymatic bioelectrosynthesis. Enzymatic bioelectrosynthesis is an emerging field of using relatively-cheap electricity to drive biocatalysis reactions for the synthesis of high value-added molecules. Reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, i.e., NADH, is a very common electron donor used in many biological processes. NADH dependent enzymes are versatile to catalyze many useful reduction reactions. In this context, electrochemical NADH regeneration holds the key for enzymatic bioelectrosynthesis. This position is announced as part of the project called“Enzymatic Bioelectrosynthesis for Developing Novel Pharmaceuticals” funded by a Novo Nordisk Foundation Start Package grant with the aim of establishing a compact system for electrochemical NADH regeneration and enabled chiral molecule synthesis.

The PhD student will follow courses according to the university’s PhD program. The candidate is also expected to engage in teaching and be involved in project-based student supervision within the section. All educational programs at Aalborg University are based on Problem Based Learning, with projects making up half the teaching at all semesters. For more information seewww.en.bio.aau.dk

The Department of Chemistry and Bioscience provides cutting-edge research and teaching in biotechnology, biology, environmental science, chemistry and chemical engineering. Our research solves important topics for the benefit of society, and through research-based teaching, we educate independent, collaborative and solution-oriented bachelors, graduates and PhDs.

We are a dynamic workplace with high professionalism and efficiency, a good working environment and with a focus on work-life balance. We strive for a culture with collaboration that promotes openness and curiosity towards new initiatives and ideas and with a constructive approach to problem solving. As an employee at the department, you will be part of an international research environment, with a focus on innovation, knowledge sharing and excellency as well as interdisciplinary collaborations.

At the department, we have high-profile research groups and individual researchers who deliver world-class applied and basic scientific research with a mission-driven approach, and who contribute to the development of new technologies, methods, and new basic insights within natural science and engineering. The department is divided into two sections: Section for Bioscience and Engineering and Section for Chemical Science and Engineering, as well as one administration. Both sections have activities on both Aalborg and Esbjerg campuses. The day-to-day management is handled by the head of department, the deputy heads of research and education, and the head of the secretariat in collaboration with section leaders.

You may obtain further information about the scientific aspects of the project from Assistant Professor Xinxin Xiao,xixi@bio.aau.dk. The project will mainly be conducted in the research area Applied Supramolecular Chemistryhttps://www.bio.aau.dk/forskning/forskningsomrader/applied-supramolecular-chemistry) in the electrochemistry research group at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University.

Requirements:

• For the PhD Stipend, a master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, electrochemistry, materials science, biochemistry or a closely related field is required. For the integrated PhD Stipend it is a prerequisite for acceptance that the candidate is enrolled in a relevant Master’s programme.
• The applicant must be interested in working in an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills.
• Experience with nanomaterials, bioelectrochemistry, electrochemistry, photochemistry, analytical chemistry, and/or spectroscopy is an advantage.
• Good collaboration skills, team spirit and the ability to work independently.

The application must contain the following:

• Cover letter of 1-2 pages describing the motivation for applying and an account of the applicant’s background in relation to the announced position
• A current curriculum vitae(it should as a minimum include contact information, educational background, research experience, scientific achievements and contact information of three referees)
• Diploma and transcripts of records
• Research plan in the topic of enzymatic bioelectrosynthesis(optional)
• Other relevant information

PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master’s degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. 
Integrated PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who has not yet completed a Master’s degree and who wish to begin the PhD study in connection with the Master study. Thus a prerequisite for acceptance is that the candidate is enrolled in a relevant Master’s programme. 
The integrated stipend consists of two parts, A and B. During part A you are enrolled simultaneous in the Master’s programme and in the PhD programme. One SU-PhD grant equals DKK 6.397 kr.(2023 level). The stipend consists of two SU-PhD Grants per month(SU=The Danish students’ Grants and Loans Scheme). SU-PhD Grants are paid for a maximum of two years. When the Master’s degree has been obtained, you will be employed for two years as a PhD fellow according to the present collective agreement. Part B has a maximum duration of two years.

It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.

Shortlisting will be applied. This means that subsequent to the deadline for applications the head of department supported by the chair of the assessment committee will select candidates for assessment. All applicants will be informed whether they will be assessed or not.

For further information about stipends and salary as well as practical issues concerning the application procedure contact Ms. Vigdis Skomager-Bohnfeldt, The Doctoral School at The Faculty of Engineering and Science, email:vkns@adm.aau.dk phone:+45 9940 7408.

For more information of The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science:www.phd.engineering.aau.dk 

The application is only to be submitted online by using the”Apply online” button below.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

Wages and employment

Appointment and salary as a PhD fellow are according to the Ministry of Finance Circular of 15 December 2021 on the Collective Agreement for Academics in Denmark, Appendix 5, regarding PhD fellows, and with the current Circular of 11 December 2019 on the employment structure at Danish universities. Allocation of SU-PhD Grants are according to the Ministerial Order on the State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme part 12, section II.

Ref number

18-24005

Deadline

17.02.2024