PhD position in Bioscience Engineering (FrameBio MSCA-DN Project)

Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, Belgium

Updated: 2 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 27 Feb 2026

10 Feb 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant
Research Field

Technology » Biotechnology
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions

PhD Positions
Application Deadline

27 Feb 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
Country

Belgium
Type of Contract

Not Applicable
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

40
Offer Starting Date

1 Apr 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon Europe - MSCA
Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number

101227645
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

In the framework of the MSCA Doctoral Network on Multiscale Frameworks for BioSolutions (FrameBio), we are looking for a motivated PhD Candidate with a strong background and interest in the field of industrial biotechnology.

This PhD position is part of a unique multidisciplinary Doctoral Network (15 partners, 10 countries) that will collaborate and train 13 PhDs in genomics, metabolomics, fermentation and bioprocess optimization, data science, and sustainability assessments. Its goal is to revolutionize biotechnology by developing comprehensive computational modules that simulate the behavior of bioproducts for food applications, such as single-cell proteins (SCP), and quantify their resource dependencies across various scales. This project has received funding from the Horizon Europe, Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) grant (Grant agreement ID:01227645, https://doi.org/10.3030/101227645 ) ”

Specifically, this PhD position (DC5) focuses on the development and comprehensive assessment of "Fermentation and DSP technologies to produce non-conventional SCP from sustainable feedstocks". Objectives include: 

  • To explore the potential of unconventional bacteria and yeast strains to upcycle a variety of carbon sources and sustainable side streams into SCP
  • To develop advanced cultivation strategies including liquid and gas fermentation to obtain high-density and high-protein biomass
  • To evaluate downstream purification techniques and their impact on SCP purity and quality
  • To gain insight into the sustainability and cost-competitiveness of innovative SCP production routes at industrial scale 

You will be based at Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, situated in the port of Ghent in Belgium. As PhD Candidate in our lab and pilot facility, you engage in an out-of-the-ordinary job. We offer a dynamic, international, and vibrant working environment with excellent future perspectives. All of our PhD Candidates are intensively coached by a team of experienced post-doctoral researchers and R&D experts. An attractive compensation package is included in accordance with the MSCA-DN programme regulations for doctoral candidates, which includes a living allowance of €4010/month and a mobility allowance of €710/month. Additionally, researchers may also qualify for a family allowance of €660/month, depending on the family situation. Taxation and social (including pension) contribution deductions based on national and company regulations will apply.

Moreover, as a PhD Candidate within the MSCA Doctoral Training Network, this position includes two international research experiences. This includes a 3-month stay at University of Iceland (Iceland) for evaluating the nutritional properties of SCP products, and a 3-month stay at DTU (Denmark) for sustainability assessments of the SCP production routes.

The ideal Candidate would hold, or be close to completing, a Master’s degree in Bioscience Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and have previous research experience in bioprocess development, analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, GC), and process modelling. Experience in experimental design, parameter optimisation, and statistical analysis is valued.

Further, all MSCA-DN specific eligibility conditions apply: 

  • Mobility rule. Not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies etc.) in the country of the recruiting beneficiary for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date.
  • Doctoral Candidate (DC) definition. Be — at the date of recruitment — a doctoral candidate (i.e., not already in possession of a doctoral degree).
  • Be in the position of enrolling in a doctoral programme at the specific country and meet the specific eligibility requirements at the hosting institution, if applicable.

    • Motivated candidates can apply for this PhD position until February 27th, 2026. 

    Applications should include a curriculum vitae (CV) with relevant education and research experience (including professional experience), cover letter explaining motivation to apply and relevance of the position for the candidate, and other relevant documentation such as degrees and transcripts of record.

    Please clearly mention "PhD position for MSCA-DN FrameBio" in the subject line of your application email.


    Where to apply
    E-mail

    jobs@bbeu.org

    Requirements
    Research Field
    Technology » Biotechnology
    Education Level
    Master Degree or equivalent

    Languages
    ENGLISH
    Level
    Excellent

    Additional Information
    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant
    Country
    Belgium
    City
    Ghent (Desteldonk)
    Postal Code
    9042
    Street
    Rodenhuizekaai 1

    Contact
    State/Province

    Oost-Vlaanderen
    City

    Desteldonk
    Website

    https://www.bbeu.org/
    Street

    Rodenhuizekaai, 1
    Postal Code

    9042
    Phone

    +3293357001

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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