Call For MSCA ITN FoodTraNet Early Stage Researcher (ESR) Applications / 11.05.2021

We announce the start of the application period for 15 Early Stage Researcher (ESR) positions offered by the 9 host organisations participating in the MSCA ITN scheme entitled “ Advanced research and Training Network in Food quality, safety and security” (FoodTraNet).

The project involves 9 partners and the support of EU industry partners from SMEs and world-renowned food organizations such as EFFoST and IUFoST.

FoodTraNet will cover techniques including stable isotopes, target, suspect, non-target screening and mass spectrometry imaging to obtain the following objectives:

  • identify biomarkers and bioactive compounds to assure food quality and traceability;
  • characterize novel foods to support food safety and security; and
  • developed and characterize new products based on the latest advances in nanotechnology: edible photonic barcodes; nano-sensors; multi-functional polymer nanostructured materials; and new, active and intelligent packaging.

The project will also offer 4 PhD positions for students at IPS.

More information is available on the FoodTraNet project website: https://www.foodtranet.org .

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by email to the FoodTraNet email address info.foodtranet@ijs.si before the application deadline.

The application consists of downloading and completing the Application Form, available here: https://www.foodtranet.org/apply.html , the submission of a Curriculum Vitae, a Covering Letter, your Academic Records and Reference letter(s) (if you have them) in a single PDF file.

The deadline for application is Wednesday, June 30, 2021 (23:00 - CET)