DTU Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Protein Design and Function

The Center for Antibody Technologies at DTU Bioengineering is looking for a talented researcher for a position as Assistant Professor in Protein Design and Function. The Assistant Professor will become part of the faculty and be responsible for strengthening the center’s research profile within characterization of protein function (particularly protein-based toxins), analysis of protein-protein and protein-membrane interactions, and the study of how antibodies modulate complex antigens (including studying mechanisms of action in regards to neutralization and/or enhancement of antigen function).

The main focus of this position is to strengthen and expand the department’s research and teaching expertise in the design and characterization of protein function. This includes a focus on ion channel modulators and toxins from various sources, developing in vitro and ex vivo assays to study the proteins’ mechanisms of action, and discovering, designing, and evaluating neutralizing molecules, such as antibodies, as well as studying mechanisms by which some antibodies may enhance the function of an antigen.

You should have the following qualifications:

Experience in protein biochemical and biophysical characterization.
Extensive experience with in vitro and in vivo toxicity evaluation techniques.
Strong experience in protein enzymatic activity assays and immunoassays.

Experience with protein expression and purification.
Strong background in proteomics and mass spectrometry.
Hands on experience in cell-based assays for toxin-receptor interaction such as manual and automated patch clamp.

Experience with phage-display technologies.
Substantial track record of peer-reviewed publications in the above-mentioned subject areas.
Demonstrated ability to secure and manage grants.

Significant writing and science communication skills.
Track record of laboratory-based student supervision at BSc, MSc, and PhD level.
Track record of teaching at the university level.