(Senior) Research Scientist – Metabolic Engineering
BioColor Aps
Location: Ole Maaløesvej 3, 2200 Kbh N
Employment Type: Full-time
If you’re a scientist experienced in strain development and is excited by a colourful workday in a vibrant team while contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future, we’d love to hear from you.
BioColor is a newly established spin-out of the Technical University of Denmark and is pioneering the future of sustainable natural colours through precision fermentation. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled scientist to join our growing team and support our mission of creating high-performance, bio-based colour solutions.
Position
As a member of the strain development team, you will play a central role in creating microbial production strains for industrial fermentation. You are a great fit for our team if you are driven by scientific inquiry and innovation, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working in teams where mutual support leads to shared success.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build microbial strains to improved performance
- Plan and carry out experimental studies
- Document and analyze experimental results
- Review and assess scientific literature
- Support IP portfolio development
Qualifications
- PhD in Metabolic Engineering with at least 3+ years of relevant industry experience
- Solid knowledge of metabolic engineering and microbial physiology of yeasts
- Effective communication, intercultural competence, and interpersonal skills are essential
- Creative problem-solving abilities and a practical, hands-on approach
- Ability to execute several projects simultaneously
- Willingness to take on challenges and responsibilities, both practical and theoretical
Why BioColor?
At BioColor, you’ll join a small passionate, mission-driven team using biotechnology to create real environmental impact. We offer opportunities for development, responsibility, and direct contribution to cutting-edge biomanufacturing innovations.
How to Apply
If this sounds like you and you’re excited to join our team, please apply as soon as possible — applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
For questions, contact Irina Borodina, R&D Director, on +45 61 77 54 51.
