Bioinformatician - BRIGHT

Jobbeskrivelse

At The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnological Research Institute for the Green Transition (BRIGHT) at the Technical University of Denmark, we develop cutting-edge biosustainable technologies using synthetic biology, advanced equipment, and a global team of top scientists. Central to our mission is the BRIGHT Biofoundry, a data-driven platform that accelerates cell factory design through the Design-Build-Test-Learn cycle. By leveraging automation, synthetic biology, and data analysis, the Biofoundry supports all research groups in developing efficient microbial strains for sustainable chemical, material, and food production.

At the Biofoundry, we are seeking a bioinformatician to develop computational tools and platforms for predictive metabolic modelling and pathway design. Your work will support BRIGHT’s mission of replacing fossil-based production routes for commodity chemicals with climate-friendly bioprocesses that use sustainable CO₂-derived feedstocks.

As a bioinformatician in BRIGHT Biofoundry, you will contribute to cutting-edge research toward innovations in real-world applications. Working alongside highly skilled and experienced researchers and scientists, you will have continuous opportunities for learning and professional development, gaining exposure to the latest advancements in your field. This intellectually stimulating environment will challenge you to explore new ideas and make meaningful contributions to scientific discovery, offering a deeply rewarding experience with unique opportunities for impact.

Responsibilities

• Build microbial strain design tools for large-scale omics analysis and more.
• Data processing through cloud-computing services and custom pipelines.
• Database design.
• Data analytics development for bioinformatics analysis.
• Web frontend and backend development.
• Server administration and monitoring.

At BRIGHT, cross-organizational collaboration and knowledge sharing are the foundation for turning our highly ambitious goals into reality. As a member of our team, you will work closely together with experimentalists, computationalists, and engineers to ensure the success of your projects.

Essential qualifications

We are looking for an independent and driven candidate who prioritizes quality, clarity, impact, innovation, and constructive collaboration. The ideal candidate will have the professional and organizational skills necessary to manage, contribute to, and communicate progress for multiple parallel projects. Additionally, your CV should demonstrate some of the following:

• University degree in software engineering, bioinformatics, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with database development.
• Experience with standard software engineering practices (version control, unit testing, etc.).
• Experience or interest in omics analysis.
• Experience or interest in metabolic modeling.
• Experience or interest in web application development and server administration.
• Experience or interest in cloud computing services.
• Excellent written and spoken English, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Salary and appointment terms

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for academic staff employed in technical-administrative positions at DTU (AC TAP).

The position is a 2-year contract, expected to start on 01-01-2027 or as soon as possible. The workplace is located at DTU Lyngby Campus.

Application and contact

Please submit your online application no later than Monday, 20 July 2026. Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates. If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Patrick Phaneuf at phaneuf@dtu.dk. If necessary, we will set up a phone call to ensure your understanding of the job and your opportunities. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.