DTU Fødevareinstituttet, Serviceenheden

PhD position in human biomonitoring and burden of disease assessment of metals and metalloid mixtures - DTU Food

Kongens Lyngby, DanmarkPosted Today
Full TimeSeniorDK

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Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated and independent PhD candidate with an interest in analytical chemistry, human biomonitoring, chemical risk assessment, and data analysis, eager to develop methods to unr

Key Highlights

  • Plan and conduct analyses of metals and metalloid content in human blood samples using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS).
  • Conduct literature reviews to assess the evidence on health outcomes associated with exposure to selected metals and metalloids.
  • Develop methods and mathematical models to estimate the health risk and burden of disease of metals and metalloid mixtures including the beneficial role of selenium.
  • Write peer-reviewed scientific publications and disseminate your research at both national and international level.
  • Be involved in teaching and student supervision.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Has an interest in analytical chemistry and enjoys spending time in the laboratory.
  • Has experience with handling large data sets and performing statistical analyses, e.g. in R.
  • Preferably, has experience with chemical risk assessment.
  • Have an interest in developing skills in environmental burden of disease assessment.
  • Works structured and independently and takes responsibility for progress and quality of results.
  • Thrives working in multidisciplinary projects.
  • Has good oral and written skills in English.

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Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Senior

Location

Kongens Lyngby, Danmark

Posted

Today

Country

DK