Postdoc in Medicinal Chemistry - DTU Chemistry

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated scientist for our program within PROTACs for inflammatory targets. 

You will join an international team working on developing technologies for treating infectious diseases. We are looking for a creative mind with excellent practical lab skills to design smart syntheses and functional studies.

Responsibilities and qualifications

The main responsibilities are to design and execute synthetic routes to PROTACs. You will join a research lab with a broad interest in chemical biology and a long-standing interest in inflammation and targeted delivery. Undergraduate and PhD research projects can be integrated in the research program, and you are expected to interact with and co-supervise those projects. Additionally, some teaching responsibilities can be expected.

Qualifications:

- An interest in chemical biology and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary environment.

- Experience with medicinal chemistry and modular designed synthetic routes is an advantage. 

- A strong commitment to research.

- Enthusiasm for working with research students.

- Independence and strong communication skills.

We are looking for a candidate with an interest in chemical biology and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary environment. Experience with medicinal chemistry and modularly designed synthetic routes is considered an advantage. You must demonstrate a strong commitment to research, enthusiasm for working with research students, and the ability to work independently. Strong communication skills are also essential.

In the assessment of candidates, consideration will be given to the relevance of their background and experience, their passion for research and scientific discovery, and their proficiency in written and spoken English.

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry(or equivalent). 

We offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility. 

Salary and terms of employment 

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff: https://www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures

The period of employment is 18 months in a full-time position. 

Starting date is November 1, 2026 or according to mutual agreement.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information

Further information may be obtained from Professor Mads H. Clausen, [email protected] 

You can read more about DTU Chemistry at www.kemi.dtu.dk and the research group at www.kemi.dk/mhc

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure 

Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 13 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time). 

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)


• CV


• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PHD - in English


• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

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