07.08.2024
We are looking for a masterstudent (m/f/d) to join our team “Advanced Technologies" (Edible Insect Production and Processing Research Group) to create a
Master thesis
on the topic: Sustainable upcycling of lignocellulosic-rich organic residues using black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens L.) and microbes

 

Discover the possibilities of sustainable edible insect farming with our master's thesis position, "Sustainable upcycling of lignocellulosic-rich organic residues with black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens L.) and microbes" The enormous volume of environmentally problematic waste left behind poses a serious problem for the ecosystem, which is now seeing global growth. In order to overcome this problem, our research investigates a novel approach with black soldier fly larvae and microbes.

More information can be found on www.dil-ev.de.

job starting date: from September 2024.

Areas of responsibility
  • Methodological preparation for experiments
  • Evaluate the current state of knowledge about the relationship between feedstock composition, raising parameters, waste treatment efficiency, and final product quality.
  • Determine the best circumstances for BSF rearing to produce high-value products.
  • Establish a research strategy and conceptual framework for the development of a dynamic BSF growth
  • Analysis of the Research results
  • Preparing, recording, and delivering presentations to the team about the findings
Your profile
  • Studying the fields of Agriculture, Entomology, Food Science & Technology, Environmental microbiology, Biology, Life Sciences or related discipline
  • Applicants with a valid driver's license are preferred.
  • Insights in physical properties of substrate used for BSF rearing.
  • Insight in edible insect rearing
  • Previous chemical and microbiological laboratory experience desired
  • Very good knowledge of English and German
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Enjoy working in the lab and insect farm
  • Pleasure and interest in new products and technologies, in particular working with insects
  • Critical thinking and independent working skills
Are you interested?

Applications should be sent by Enauk to bewerbung@dil-ev.de (in English or German) and should include:

 

- Curriculum Vitae (CV)

- Motivation letter describing your goals, skills, and previous experience

- Study program and regulations

. Full contact details of at least one reference person

- All other relevant information (working experience, volunteering, additional courses, reference letters etc.)

 

Incomplete applications will not be considered. DIL

DIL Deutsches Institut für Lebensmitteltechnik e. V.
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