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DTU Sundhedsteknologi (Kgs. Lyngby)

PhD scholarship in Machine Learning in Computational Immunology - DTU Health Tech

Lyngby-Taarbæk

Are you passionate about science and developing and applying machine learning (ML) methodology to study the immune system and associated autoimmune disease states and mechanisms?

Then you may be the perfect candidate for this fully funded PhD Scholarship!

The Computational Autoimmunity group at the Technical University of Denmark, is looking for a highly motivated computational scientist with a strong foundation in bioinformatics and advanced ML. This PhD position offers the opportunity to push the boundaries of our understanding of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) using ML driven immune modelling in a close clinical collaboration with the leading hospital in Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet. You will gain invaluable experience in augmenting and combining your technical skillset with concrete real-world application to patient data aiming to better the life of patients for the benefit of society.

Research focus, Responsibilities and Qualifications
Your focus will be on developing and applying machine learning methods to study immune mechanisms in Type 1 Diabetes. Specifically, you will investigate disease-relevant spatial organisation of immune cells in patient samples and develop computational approaches for identifying T-cell receptor (TCR) sequence and repertoire patterns associated with disease.

The project combines large-scale public immune repertoire data with spatial transcriptomics data generated in close collaboration with Rigshospitalet. A central ambition is to bridge immune repertoire analysis and spatial transcriptomics, linking TCR-level molecular patterns with spatially resolved tissue context. The project is therefore methodologically driven, while embedded in a translational research setting with direct relevance to autoimmune disease biology.

Your primary tasks will be to:
  • Develop, benchmark, and apply ML methodology for pattern recognition in immune repertoire and spatial transcriptomics data
  • Integrate heterogeneous public and project-specific datasets
  • Interpreting computational results in close collaboration with clinical partners
  • Communice findings through scientific publications and presentations at international conferences

Required qualifications
You must have:
  • A two-year Master’s degree (120 ECTS) in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, applied mathematics, or a closely related field
  • Strong passion for science and expanding human knowledge through research to make a difference
  • Strong programming skills in R and/or Python
  • Experience with machine learning and statistics
  • Experience working with biological sequence and omics data
  • Excellent written and spoken English

Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply if you believe your skills and experience are a strong match for the role.

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education.

Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by an assessment committee chaired by Associate Professor Leon Eyrich Jessen, PhD, Section for Bioinformatics, Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark.

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 appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. Starting date is as soon as possible.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Leon Eyrich Jessen at ljess@dtu.dk.

You can read more about the Section for Bioinformatics here.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than Monday, 31 August 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:
  • A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
  • Code repository (e.g., GitHub) or other documentation of programming projects, if available

You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be conducted before the application deadline.

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.

DTU Health Tech
With a vision to improve health and quality of life through technology, DTU Health Tech engages in research, education, and innovation based on technical and natural science. We educate tomorrow’s health tech engineers and create the foundation for new and innovative services and technologies for the globally expanding healthcare sector with its demands for the most advanced technological solutions. DTU Health Tech’s expertise can be described through five overall research areas: Diagnostic Imaging, Digital Health, Personalised Therapy, Precision Diagnostics, and Sensory and Neural Technology. Our technologies and solutions are developed with the aim of benefiting people and creating value for society. The department has a scientific staff of about 210 persons, 140 PhD Students, and a technical/administrative support staff of about 100 persons of which a large majority contributes to our research infrastructure and related commercial activities.

The Section for Bioinformatics at DTU Health Tech develops computational methods and software for biological and biomedical research. Our research spans immunoinformatics, machine learning, systems biology, and translational data science, with strong collaborations across academia and clinical environments, both nationally and internationally.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

Indrykket:28/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 31/08/2026

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DTU Koncern HR

Studentermedhjælpere til HR administration - Koncern HR

Lyngby-Taarbæk

Er du på sabbatår eller studerende? Bliv en del af HR-teamet på DTU.

Hos os får du indblik i, hvordan en stor organisation fungerer bag kulisserne. Du får erfaring med administration, sagsbehandling, HR-systemer, datakvalitet og samarbejde med mange forskellige mennesker – erfaringer som er attraktive, uanset om du senere vil læse på universitetet eller arbejde videre inden for administration eller HR.

Vi har et tværgående studenterteam på 10 studenter eller unge i sabbatår. Her hjælper vi hinanden, deler viden og løfter opgaverne i fællesskab. Vi søger nye kolleger, som er nysgerrige, ansvarsbevidste og har lyst til at lære.

Opgaverne og mulighederne er mange
Du vil få mulighed for at arbejde med en bred palette af opgaver inden for det HR-administrative område. Som en del af studenterteamet vil du løse opgaver såsom ansættelser, support vedrørende arbejds- og opholdstilladelser, support vedrørende vores ph.d.-studerende f.eks. diplomer samt kvalitetssikring af data og rapportering til statistik. I teamet koordinerer I selv opgaverne, og der er hjælp og sparring at hente hos HR-specialister.

Udover faste administrative opgaver træder studenterteamet til, når der er brug for ekstra hjælp. Det betyder, at du skal være klar på at kaste dig ud i nye opgaver og møde ind til dage, hvor du måske ikke ved præcis, hvad der venter.

Faste arbejdsopgaver er bl.a.:

  • Oprette nye medarbejdere i vores systemer

  • Ansættelse af vores ca. 1.200-1.500 hjælpelærer på årsbasis

  • Taste data i HR-systemet (Oracle Cloud)

  • Besvarelse og tømning af fælles postkasser

  • Administrative opgaver ift. arbejds- og opholdstilladelser

  • Datakvalitet

  • Journalisering

  • Oplæring af nye studentermedhjælpere


Nysgerrig, effektiv og serviceminded
Dette job er til dig, der er nysgerrig på at arbejde i en HR-afdeling, hvor der er travlt og altid brug for en hjælpende hånd. Du skal være struktureret, fleksibel og arbejde effektivt. Samtidig er vi fleksible i forhold til undervisning og eksamensperioder. Derudover er vores forventning at:

  • du er studerende med mindst 2 år tilbage af dit studie eller har et sabbatår uden længerevarende rejseplaner

  • du har lyst til at arbejde med administrative opgaver og lære nyt

  • du arbejder struktureret og tager ansvar for dine opgaver

  • du er hjælpsom og trives med at samarbejde med andre

  • det er en fordel, men ikke et krav du har erfaring med administrative opgaver fra tidligere job, studie eller frivilligt arbejde


Hvad tilbyder vi dig
Din nye arbejdsplads er Koncern HR på DTU’s campus i Lyngby, selvfølgelig med stort rum for fleksibilitet. Her bliver du omgivet af ca. 120 HR-kolleger fordelt på forskellige ansvarsområder, hvor alle har fokus på at bringe alle fagligheder i spil på tværs af HR og skabe ét hold.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Løn- og ansættelsesvilkår i henhold til OAO-S-fællesoverenskomsten og organisationsaftale for kontorfunktionærer m.fl. §35 (HK/Stat).

Arbejdstiden er gennemsnitligt 15 timer om ugen for studerende og 30/37 timer for dig i sabbatår og kan tilrettelægges fleksibelt ift. ferier, eksaminer mv. Stillingen ønskes besat hurtigst muligt.

Arbejdssted er DTU Lyngby Campus.

Ansøgning og kontakt
Vi skal modtage din online ansøgning senest den 9. august 2026. Åbn linket "Ansøg nu", hvor du udfylder ansøgningsformularen samt vedhæfter din motiverede ansøgning, CV og dokumentation for studieaktivitet. I ansøgningen vil vi gerne høre lidt om dig, dine kompetencer og hvorfor du søger stillingen.

Ønsker du flere oplysninger om stillingen, er du velkommen til at kontakte enten studentermedhjælper Line Vinther på tlf. 30 33 85 54 / livje@dtu.dk eller head of People Operation, Lotte Tefke på late@dtu.dk.

Ansøgninger modtaget efter ansøgningsfristens udløb tages ikke i betragtning.

Alle interesserede uanset alder, køn, handicap, race, religion eller etnisk tilhørsforhold, opfordres til at søge stillingen. Da DTU arbejder med forskning i kritisk teknologi, hvormed der gælder særlige regler for blandt andet sikkerhed og eksportkontrol, kan der blive foretage open source-baggrundstjek af kvalificerede kandidater til stillingen.

DTU – Til gavn for samfundet siden 1829
DTU er et af Europas førende tekniske eliteuniversiteter. Med forskning og uddannelser i international topklasse skaber vi løsninger på tidens store samfundsmæssige udfordringer og bidrager til at sikre Europas globale førerposition inden for bæredygtig teknologiudvikling. Siden H.C. Ørsted grundlagde DTU for snart 200 år siden, har vores mission været den samme: Vi udvikler og nyttiggør naturvidenskab og teknisk videnskab til gavn for samfundet. DTU har 13.800 studerende, 1.600 ph.d.-studerende og 6.500 ansatte. Vi arbejder i et internationalt miljø og har en inkluderende, udviklende og uformel arbejdskultur. DTU har campusser i hele Danmark og i Grønland og samarbejder med de bedste universiteter verden over.

Indrykket:24/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 09/08/2026

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DTU Space

Deltidsansat akademisk medarbejder til projektet ArcFresh - DTU Space

Lyngby-Taarbæk

Vi søger en dygtig og engageret akademisk medarbejder på deltid til at arbejde med behandling af primært datasæt fra Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service (CMEMS). Hastigheds- og salinitetsdata skal omsættes til transportestimater gennem de enkelte gates i Arktis. Der skal sammenlignes og valideres i forhold til andre observations- og modeldatasæt for at vurdere kvaliteten af CMEMS-data og de beregnede transporter.

Jobbet
Du kommer til at arbejde i et forskerteam ledet af professor Ole Baltazar Andersen. Du vil have ansvar for processering og behandling af ovennævnte data samt bidrage til analyse og kvalitetssikring af resultaterne.

Stillingen er en deltidsansættelse på 10 timer om ugen.

Vores forventninger til dig
Du har en relevant akademisk baggrund inden for eksempelvis geofysik, oceanografi, klimatologi, datalogi, ingeniørvidenskab eller lignende.

Vi forventer, at du:
  • Arbejder sikkert og selvstændigt i Python.
  • Har relevant bacheloruddannelse indenfor Environmental engineering
  • Har erfaring med behandling og analyse af større datasæt.
  • Kommunikerer tydeligt om udfordringer og problemstillinger.
  • Deltager i projektmøder efter behov.
  • Bidrager med input til den faglige og metodiske løsning af opgaverne.

Hvad tilbyder vi dig
Et spændende og udfordrende arbejdsmiljø sammen med andre unge forskere og PhD’er. Du vil være med til at bidrage til at løse nogle af de centrale klimaproblemstillinger i Arktis.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Løn- og ansættelsesvilkår i henhold til overenskomst for akademikere i staten. Der kan desuden forhandles tillæg i henhold til DTU's lønstruktur for AC TAP: www.inside.dtu.dk/human-resources/under-ansaettelsen/loen/loenstrukturer.

Ansættelsesdato vil være 1. september 2026 og frem til 31. december 2026.

Dit arbejdssted er DTU Lyngby Campus, bygning 328.

Ansøgning og kontakt
Vi skal modtage din online ansøgning senest den 6. august 2026. Åbn linket "Ansøg nu", hvor du udfylder ansøgningsformularen samt vedhæfter motiveret ansøgning, CV og eksamensbeviser.

Ønsker du flere oplysninger om stillingen, er du velkommen til at kontakte Professor, Ole Baltazar Andersen, oa@space.dtu.dk.

Læs mere om afdelingen Geodæsi og Jordobservation (GEO) her: www.space.dtu.dk/Afdelinger/geodaesi-og-jordobservation.

Ansøgninger modtaget efter ansøgningsfristens udløb tages ikke i betragtning.

Alle interesserede uanset alder, køn, handicap, race, religion eller etnisk tilhørsforhold, opfordres til at søge stillingen. Da DTU arbejder med forskning i kritisk teknologi, hvormed der gælder særlige regler for blandt andet sikkerhed og eksportkontrol, kan der blive foretage open source-baggrundstjek af kvalificerede kandidater til stillingen.

DTU – Til gavn for samfundet siden 1829
DTU er et af Europas førende tekniske eliteuniversiteter. Med forskning og uddannelser i international topklasse skaber vi løsninger på tidens store samfundsmæssige udfordringer og bidrager til at sikre Europas globale førerposition inden for bæredygtig teknologiudvikling. Siden H.C. Ørsted grundlagde DTU for snart 200 år siden, har vores mission været den samme: Vi udvikler og nyttiggør naturvidenskab og teknisk videnskab til gavn for samfundet. DTU har 13.800 studerende, 1.600 ph.d.-studerende og 6.500 ansatte. Vi arbejder i et internationalt miljø og har en inkluderende, udviklende og uformel arbejdskultur. DTU har campusser i hele Danmark og i Grønland og samarbejder med de bedste universiteter verden over.

Indrykket:23/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 06/08/2026

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DTU Bioengineering

Proaktiv studentermedhjælper - DTU Bioengineering

Lyngby-Taarbæk

Institut for Biomedicin og Bioteknologi (DTU Bioengineering) søger 1 studentermedhjælper pr. 1. september 2026, der vil indgå i instituttets sekretariat.

Serviceminded og motiveres af en alsidig hverdag på kontoret
Arbejdsopgaverne er meget varierede. Der er opgaver for institutledelsen i forhold til at indsamle og systematisere data, hjælpe vores forskere med at få afregnet udgifter, hjælpe med at følge op på ansættelser og fratrædelser, bemande instituttets reception ved behov, besvare e-mails i receptionens fællespostkasse, samt servicere møder for institutdirektøren og institutledelsen med kaffe, the og forplejning.

Du vil indgå i vores sekretærteam med 6 kolleger, hvor der dagligt skal løses en del serviceopgaver for vores medarbejdere på instituttet.

Herudover vil der være en del forefaldende kontoropgaver, som kræver, at du arbejder hjemmevant i Office-pakken, især Word og Outlook, og at du er frisk på at arbejde i en række administrative IT-systemer. Opgaverne vil bl.a. omfatte opfølgning på rejseafregninger, tidsregistrering, udsendelse af kalenderinvitationer, håndtering af post og pakker, nøgleudlevering, samt en lang række ad-hoc opgaver i en foranderlig hverdag.

Selvstændig, proaktiv og stærk på engelsk
Du har lyst til at arbejde i et spændende og travlt internationalt studie- og forskningsmiljø. Du er serviceminded, har et godt humør og er velformuleret i skrift og tale både på dansk og engelsk, da en stor del af instituttets medarbejdere, har en international baggrund.

Du har ordenssans og arbejder struktureret, selvstændigt og proaktivt med dine opgaver. Du trives med at håndtere mange forskellige typer arbejdsopgaver i løbet af en arbejdsdag, og vi forventer, at du har en positiv tilgang også til de meget lavpraktiske opgaver og den rutineprægede drift, der ligger i stillingen.

Din baggrund
Du er studerende og har måske allerede din daglige gang på DTU.

Vi ser meget gerne, at du har arbejdserfaring fra en lignende stilling, og det vil være en fordel, hvis du allerede har kendskab til DTU’s administrative systemer.

Vedlæg gerne en anbefaling og/eller reference til din ansøgning og bekræftelse på studieaktivitet.

Hvad tilbyder vi dig
Et udadvendt job i et uformelt miljø med gode kolleger, hvor der er gode muligheder for at lære en masse nyt.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Løn- og ansættelsesvilkår i henhold til OAO-S-fællesoverenskomsten og organisationsaftale for kontorfunktionærer m.fl. §35 (HK/Stat).

Arbejdstiden er gennemsnitligt 7 timer om ugen og kan tilrettelægges fleksibelt ift. undervisning, ferier, eksaminer mv.

Stillingen ønskes besat pr. 1. september 2026. Ansættelsen løber, så længe du er aktiv studerende.

Arbejdssted er DTU Lyngby Campus.

Ansøgning og kontakt
Vi skal modtage din online ansøgning senest den 7. august 2026. Åbn linket "Ansøg nu", hvor du udfylder ansøgningsformularen samt vedhæfter din motiverede ansøgning, CV og dokumentation for studieaktivitet. I ansøgningen vil vi gerne høre lidt om dig, dine kompetencer og hvorfor du søger stillingen.

Samtaler holdes løbende.

Ønsker du flere oplysninger om stillingen, er du velkommen til at kontakte sekretariatsleder Julie Oxenvad, joxe@dtu.dk. Du kan læse mere om instituttet på www.bioengineering.dtu.dk.

Ansøgninger modtaget efter ansøgningsfristens udløb tages ikke i betragtning.

Alle interesserede uanset alder, køn, handicap, race, religion eller etnisk tilhørsforhold, opfordres til at søge stillingen. Da DTU arbejder med forskning i kritisk teknologi, hvormed der gælder særlige regler for blandt andet sikkerhed og eksportkontrol, kan der blive foretage open source-baggrundstjek af kvalificerede kandidater til stillingen.

Institut for Bioteknologi og Biomedicin (DTU Bioengineering) er internationalt førende inden for bioteknologi og biomedicin. Vores ingeniørmæssige tilgang til alle aspekter af bioteknologi og biomedicin gør os til en værdifuld aktør med unikke kompetencer i en voksende biobaseret økonomi og hvor sundhedsområdet går i retning af personlig medicin. Vi har et klart fokus på behovene i life science- og biotekindustrierne og peger mod innovation, nye virksomheder og videnskabelige ydelser til gavn for samfundet. Instituttet har omfattende samarbejder med nationale og internationale forskningsenheder samt industri. DTU Bioengineering har ca. 400 ansatte, hvoraf 2/3 er videnskabeligt personale. Instituttet er placeret på DTU Lyngby Campus.

DTU – Til gavn for samfundet siden 1829
DTU er et af Europas førende tekniske eliteuniversiteter. Med forskning og uddannelser i international topklasse skaber vi løsninger på tidens store samfundsmæssige udfordringer og bidrager til at sikre Europas globale førerposition inden for bæredygtig teknologiudvikling. Siden H.C. Ørsted grundlagde DTU for snart 200 år siden, har vores mission været den samme: Vi udvikler og nyttiggør naturvidenskab og teknisk videnskab til gavn for samfundet. DTU har 13.800 studerende, 1.600 ph.d.-studerende og 6.500 ansatte. Vi arbejder i et internationalt miljø og har en inkluderende, udviklende og uformel arbejdskultur. DTU har campusser i hele Danmark og i Grønland og samarbejder med de bedste universiteter verden over.

Indrykket:23/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 07/08/2026

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DTU Nanolab

Head of Thin Film Processing - DTU Nanolab

Lyngby-Taarbæk

DTU Nanolab offers a truly unique opportunity, we are seeking a Head of Thin Film Processing, a position that has not been open for more than 20 years.

At DTU Nanolab we operate at the intersection of academia and industry, creating a unique environment for research, innovation and collaboration. Being Head of Thin Film Processing offers a rare chance to step into a central role within one of Denmark’s most advanced research and technology facilities.

We are looking for an experienced nanofabrication manager who can lead a team of highly experienced process specialists while advancing state-of-the-art technologies and driving the development and optimization of new process flows.

The role demands strong technological insight, solid leadership capabilities, and the ability to navigate a complex and ambitious professional environment. In return, we offer a position with significant influence, where you will help shape the future of nanotechnology.

Job content
As the Head of Thin Film Processing, you will be overall responsible for processes and tools related to plasma etch and deposition of materials. This includes but is not limited to ICP and RIE etchers, PECVD, LPCVD and PVD as well as ALD and relevant in-line characterization equipment (SEM, AFM, XRD, XPS, ellipsometry). You will interact with and advise both academic and industrial users, you will identify needs and participate in the procurement of new equipment and be responsible for processes and material cross-contamination rules related to new and existing tools. In this role, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for a team of highly experienced process specialists, while contributing as an active member of DTU Nanolab’s core management team. We foster a supportive and collaborative working environment with a strong team spirit, and expect you to lead with curiosity, pragmatism, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Furthermore, you will take part in projects that will expand DTU Nanolab’s technological capabilities and expertise in close interaction with research groups and other academic and industrial collaborators. Additionally, you will play a significant part in DTU Nanolab’s ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration across the Nordic countries and EU, within for example: EuroNanoLab, Nordic Nanolab Network or EU Chips Joint Undertaking efforts.

Qualifications
You must have a Master of Science degree and a Ph.D. degree within a relevant field, such as Micro/Nanofabrication, Physics, Microelectronics, or similar. Industrial experience is a distinct advantage.

We expect you to have:
  • At least 10 years of experience within cleanroom fabrication related to etch and deposition of various materials.
  • The ability to collaborate effectively with both academic and commercial users
  • Broad knowledge of nano-fabrication methods such as lithography (UV, DUV, e-beam), wet chemical etching, dry etching, thin film deposition and process characterization, backend and packaging on a wafer level scale.
  • In depth knowledge of plasma processes for deposition and etching of materials (ICP, RIE, PECVD, LPCVD, PEALD and sputter).
  • In depth knowledge of non-plasma processes (anneal, oxidation, diffusion doping, RTP, ALD, thermal and e-beam PVD).
  • Several years of experience with process development including process yield and process windows.
  • A broad understanding of the micro- and nanofabrication industry and an in depth understanding of its requirements, challenges and timelines.
  • Deep knowledge of common semiconductor materials like silicon, various oxides and metals.
  • Experience and understanding regarding cleanroom, chemical and electrical safety.
  • Proven leadership experience, including responsibility for leading highly skilled technical staff.
  • Fluency in English - both spoken l and written, preferably also Danish but at least an interest and ambition to learn Danish.

Furthermore, it is desirable that you:
  • Are communicative, proactive and curious.
  • Are self-driven and team oriented.
  • Have the ability to inspire and engage others.
  • Have a wholehearted enthusiasm for semiconductor fabrication technology.
  • Have several years of relevant industrial experience.

At DTU Nanolab, safety is a top priority, and we are looking for candidates who can thrive in a highly safety-conscious environment and meet the following physical and mental requirements:
  • Is able to work in an environment where it can be necessary to wear specialized safety and protective equipment.
  • Is able to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations, including evacuation in case of alarms.
  • Is able to perform tasks that require work while standing up and mobility for longer periods.
  • Is mentally able to handle work with potentially hazardous chemicals and gases in accordance with our mandatory safety procedures.

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): www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures.

The position is a full-time position. Starting as early as possible with respect to mutual agreement.

As Head of Thin Film Processing, you will directly report to the Director of DTU Nanolab.

The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus, located approximately 10 km north of Copenhagen.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 20 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time). 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 Jörg Hübner, Director, jhub@dtu.dk or +45 2278 5157.

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.

DTU Nanolab is a common infrastructure and research facility located at and fully owned by the Technical University of Denmark, DTU. The core facilities consist of a large cleanroom and a state-of-the-art electron microscopy center. The research activities carried out at DTU Nanolab span from nano- and microfabrication with Silicon-based materials, carbon and polymers to the highly sophisticated analysis of nanoscale materials in hard and soft matter.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

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Ansøgningsfrist: 13/09/2026

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DTU Fysik (Kgs. Lyngby)

Research Process Scientist in Nanofabrication - DTU Physics

Lyngby-Taarbæk

We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated Research Process Scientist specializing in nanofabrication and characterization.

In this role, you will develop advanced nanomechanical and nanophotonic devices with state-of-the-art performance, while taking an active part in the research activities within the Quantum Physics and Information Technology section and the National Center of Excellence for Macroscopic Quantum States, bigQ.

As part of QPIT (Quantum Physics and Information Technology), you will contribute to cutting-edge research in continuous-variable quantum optics, quantum optomechanics, and diamond-based quantum sensing. The position is also on developing new fabrication concepts, advancing device performance, contributing to experimental research, and helping shape future research directions. You will join a vibrant, international team in a collaborative and informal work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and cross-team interaction. You will also have access to state-of-the-art experimental and cleanroom facilities on site.

The job
As a Research Process Scientist, you will work on the design, process development, fabrication, and characterization of various structures and devices, in close collaboration with our PhD students, postdocs, and researchers, with the aim of delivering operational structures of the highest quality. You will also drive your own research and development activities related to nanofabrication processes and device performance. Moreover, you have either a proven track record in nanofabrication, in experimental optomechanics or in experimental diamond physics using novel, high-quality nano- and microstructured devices based on silicon, silica, silicon nitride, and diamond.

You will be expected to contribute scientifically to ongoing and future research projects, including through experimental design, process innovation, data analysis, publications, and research proposals where relevant.

Our expectations of you
We expect the successful candidate to have:
  • a doctoral degree (PhD) in optics/photonics, physics, engineering, or a related field with an equivalent academic level,
  • experience with a range of lithography, etching, and deposition techniques, in particular ICP-RIE, PECVD, LPCVD, and sputtering,
  • experience with electron-beam lithography using standard and non-standard sample sizes,
  • experience in the characterization of micro- and nanostructures, including optical microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy,
  • a strong interest in applying nanofabrication to frontier research in quantum science and technology,
  • the ability to work independently, develop new process strategies, and contribute creatively to research projects, and
  • the ability to maintain an organized and safe work environment.

The candidate should be fluent in English, both written and spoken. Experience with diamond processing and/or developing state-of-the-art mechanical oscillators is an advantage.

What we offer in return
We offer an exciting and impactful position in a dynamic international environment, with a strong emphasis on research, teaching, innovation, and scientific advisory work that benefits society. You will be part of a professional and collaborative culture that values continuous learning, making skills development a core element of our organization. The position provides a high degree of flexibility, supporting a healthy work–life balance.

As one of Europe’s leading research and educational institutions in technical and natural sciences, DTU offers a stimulating setting where you can contribute to cutting-edge advancements and make a meaningful difference.

Salary and appointment terms
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 academic staff employed in technical-administrative positions at DTU (AC TAP): www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than Monday, 10 August 2026 (23:59 Danish time). 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 Professor Ulrik Lund Andersen ulrik.andersen@fysik.dtu.dk.

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.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

Indrykket:13/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 10/08/2026

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DTU Chemical Engineering

PhD scholarship in CFD and System Analysis of an Integrable Calcination Technology for CO2 Capture in Cement Production - DTU Chemical Engineering

Lyngby-Taarbæk

Are you motivated to develop advanced modelling tools for the green transition of one of the world’s most CO₂-intensive industries?

This PhD position offers an opportunity to work at the interface of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), high-temperature process engineering, carbon capture, and sustainability analysis for cement production.

You will contribute to the INNO-CCUS-funded CAP-FLEX project, which aims to develop a novel calcination technology that can be integrated into existing cement plants to produce a concentrated CO₂ stream from cement raw meal. The technology builds on the pulse-fluidized FUELFLEX(r) Pyrolyser developed by Fuller Technologies and combines flexible heat input from electric heating and oxyfuel combustion.

The PhD project is a collaboration between DTU Chemical Engineering, DTU Sustain, Fuller Technologies, and other project partners. It covers two connected modelling tracks: CFD/process modelling anchored at DTU Chemical Engineering and system/sustainability modelling in collaboration with DTU Sustain. The CFD model will describe gas–solid flow, heat transfer, combustion, and calcination, while the system model will assess environmental, economic, and societal implications.

You will develop and validate CFD and engineering models using experimental, pilot-scale, and industrial data generated in the project. You will also be involved in data collection and analysis. The models will support process design, operation, optimization, and scale-up of the calcination technology, and contribute to life cycle assessment, techno-economic assessment, and broader system analysis.

You will join an interdisciplinary and industry-oriented research environment with close interaction between academic and industrial partners. The project combines fundamental modelling, experimental validation, sustainability assessment, and industrial scale-up, giving you a strong platform to develop scientific and applied competences in sustainable high-temperature processes, carbon capture technologies, and system analysis for the green transition.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Your overall responsibility will be to develop CFD and system modelling tools to support the design, optimization, scale-up, and sustainability assessment of a novel calcination technology for CO₂ capture in cement production.

Your primary tasks will include:
  • Develop and validate CFD models for gas–solid flow, heat transfer, oxyfuel combustion, electric heating, and calcination
  • Use CFD and engineering models to analyze key process parameters and support process design, operation, optimization, and scale-up
  • Contribute to system-level assessment of the technology, including life cycle assessment, techno-economic assessment, and sustainability analysis
  • Publish results in scientific journals and present your work at project meetings and international conferences

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a background in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, energy engineering, process engineering or a related field.

Experience with one or more of the following areas will be an advantage:
  • CFD modelling of multiphase reactive flows
  • High-temperature processes, combustion, calcination, cement production, or carbon capture
  • Life cycle assessment, techno-economic assessment, system analysis, or sustainability assessment

You should be able to work independently and collaborate effectively with academic and industrial partners. Good written and spoken English skills are required.

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education.

Assessment
The assessment of applicants will be made by Prof. Hao Wu from DTU Chemical Engineering and Associate Professor Daniel Fozer from DTU Sustain.

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 appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. Starting date: 1 October 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Hao Wu (haw@kt.dtu.dk) and Associate Professor Daniel Fozer (danfo@dtu.dk).

You can read more about DTU Chemical Engineering at www.kt.dtu.dk.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 15 August 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:
  • A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale

You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

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.

The Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at DTU is a leader in innovative teaching and research, built on core technical subjects and engineering scientific disciplines. The teaching and research cover separation processes, bioprocesses, bioengineering, bioconversions, reaction engineering, dynamics and process regulation, process and facility planning, unit operations, a.o. The Department enjoys very close relations with international partners, and especially a wide range of industrial companies.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

Indrykket:13/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 15/08/2026

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DTU Electro

PhD Scholarships in Nanophotonics: Physics and Applications of Semiconductor Nanocavities with Sub-Wavelength Light Confinement - DTU Electro

Lyngby-Taarbæk

The Center for Nanophotonics (NanoPhoton) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) conducts cutting-edge fundamental research on semiconductor nanocavities that confine light to dimensions far below the wavelength. Until recently, such extreme light localization was considered impossible, yet it now enables access to regimes of strong light–matter interaction. This opens exciting new opportunities in quantum and information technologies while advancing fundamental science. We refer to this emerging research area as Extreme Dielectric Confinement (EDC), and we invite you to become part of the team shaping this field.

NanoPhoton is an interdisciplinary research center that brings together several departments at DTU and is supported by a Center grant from the Danish National Research Foundation. It offers a highly collaborative and international research environment at the forefront of nanophotonics.

We are now seeking a highly motivated PhD student with strong academic records who is eager to contribute to this rapidly developing field. We welcome applicants with backgrounds or/and interests in areas such as nanofabrication, epitaxy, laser physics, integrated photonics, condensed matter physics, and nanoscopy.

If you are passionate about advancing nanophotonics through cutting-edge research, we warmly encourage you to apply. In this call, we are particularly recruiting PhD candidates for the following research topic:
  • Epitaxy and nanofabrication of III-V semiconductor emitters in nanocavities
    The goal of this project is to realize extremely small, precisely engineered active regions for nanophotonic devices. This will be achieved by studying semiconductor growth in narrow three-dimensional dielectric templates, including low-dimensional gain materials and tailored doping strategies. The results will enable electrically driven nanolasers and nano-LEDs based on extreme dielectric confinement (EDC), where tiny III–V heterostructures are integrated into silicon nanocavities at optical field maxima.

As a PhD student at NanoPhoton, you will become part of a vibrant and ambitious research environment, working alongside talented graduate students, postdocs, senior scientists, and professors. At DTU, you will have access to state-of-the-art optical laboratories and world-class cleanroom facilities, providing an exceptional setting for cutting-edge research.

You will be immersed in an interdisciplinary community, with opportunities to collaborate and exchange ideas with researchers across a broad range of scientific fields. The center brings together scholars from many nationalities and cultural backgrounds, creating a truly international environment. We are committed to fostering an open, inclusive, and trust-based atmosphere where curiosity thrives, new ideas are encouraged, and innovative collaborations naturally emerge.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a relevant master’s degree.

We are looking for motivated and ambitious PhD students with a strong background in physics or engineering and with an interest in nanofabrication, epitaxy, laser physics, integrated photonics, condensed matter physics, and nanoscopy.

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval, and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education.

Assessment
The assessment of the candidates will be made by Professor Elizaveta Semenova, Professor Kresten Yvind and Professor Jesper Mørk.

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 appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. The starting date is 1 October 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, and the position is a full-time position.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from the NanoPhoton Center Leader Prof. Jesper Mørk, jesm@dtu.dk, and co-PI Prof. Elizaveta Semenova, esem@dtu.dk.

You can read more about NanoPhoton at www.nanophoton.dk and DTU Electro at www.electro.dtu.dk.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 10 August 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:
  • A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale

Incomplete applications will not be considered. You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

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.

DTU Electro
DTU Electro employs more than 300 skilled researchers with competencies in electrical and photonics engineering. As a department, we strive towards creating sustainable energy and a greener internet, as well as strengthening cyber security and health technology. Working with industry and public organizations is one of our top priorities to find and implement new solutions to our society. We aim to offer education, research, and innovation of the highest standard, and our focus on application-oriented research enables us to work across many engineering disciplines and research areas, such as IT and the medical and health sciences. We have a close collaboration with researchers from all over the world, just as we collaborate with industry and public authorities about the dissemination of solutions based on electrical and photonics engineering as their key enabling technologies.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

Indrykket:03/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 10/08/2026

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Arkitektur og Byggeri

Projektleder søges til vedligehold & anlægsprojekter i Lyngby-Taarbæk

Lyngby-Taarbæk

I Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune søger vi 1-2 kollegaer til afdelingen for vores kommunale ejendomme; Arkitektur og Byggeri. Du vil få et spændende og varieret job og stå i spidsen for renoverings-, vedligeholdelses- og ombygningsprojekter på kommunens ejendomme.

Har du erfaring med projektledelse og gennemførelse af bygningsvedligehold og byggeri, og vil du være med til at udvikle og vedligeholde nogle af kommunens vigtigste bygninger?

I Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune søger vi 1-2 kollegaer til afdelingen for vores kommunale ejendomme; Arkitektur og Byggeri. Du vil få et spændende og varieret job og stå i spidsen for renoverings-, vedligeholdelses- og ombygningsprojekter på kommunens ejendomme.

Vi søger erfarne projektledere, der kan tage ansvar for komplekse projekter i en professionel bygherreorganisation, og som selvstændigt kan lede vedligeholdelses- og renoveringsprojekter med fokus på kvalitet, økonomi og bæredygtige løsninger.

Om jobbet

Du får ansvar for egne projekter fra idé til aflevering og bliver en del af et team i en afdeling med høj faglighed og stærkt samarbejde.

Dine opgaver vil blandt andet være at:
  • Lede renoverings-, vedligeholdelses- og ombygningsprojekter på kommunens ejendomme
  • Varetage bygherrefunktionen gennem hele projektforløbet
  • Udarbejde projektgrundlag, budgetter og tidsplaner
  • Udarbejde beslutningsgrundlag til politiske beslutninger
  • Sikre fremdrift, kvalitet og økonomi i projekterne, samt håndtere udbud og kontrakter
  • Foretage bygningssyn
  • Samarbejde tæt med brugere, driftsorganisation og øvrige fagområder
  • Bidrage til den langsigtede udvikling og vedligeholdelse af kommunens ejendomme
Projekterne varierer i størrelse og kompleksitet og spænder fra mindre vedligeholdelsesprojekter til større renoveringer og ombygninger.

Hvem er du?

Vi forestiller os, at du:
  • Har en byggefaglig uddannelse som ingeniør, konstruktør eller arkitekt
  • Har erfaring med projektledelse inden for renovering, vedligeholdelse og byggeri, herunder bevaringsværdige bygninger
  • Har erfaring fra en kommune, region, boligorganisation eller anden professionel bygherreorganisation
  • Har indsigt i offentlige byggeprojekter og samarbejde med mange interessenter
  • Arbejder struktureret og tager ansvar for både proces og resultat
  • Er god til at skabe relationer og samarbejde på tværs af fagligheder
Det vigtigste er, at du kan skabe fremdrift og samtidig sikre gode løsninger for både brugere og kommunen.

Om os

Afdelingen Arkitektur og Byggeri er en del af Center for Arealer og Ejendomme og er bygherreorganisationen, der står for udvikling, vedligeholdelse og drift af de kommunale ejendomme. Vi arbejder strategisk med bæredygtighed og politisk forankring, i tæt samarbejde med borgere, rådgivere og driften. I afdelingen er vi p.t. 22 medarbejdere, 2 fagkoordinatorer og 1 afdelingschef. Vi samarbejder desuden tæt med andre afdelinger og centre, som du får daglig kontakt med.

Vi lægger stor vægt på et stærkt fagligt fællesskab, hvor vi hjælper hinanden, deler viden og prioriterer sidemandsoplæring. Hos os er sparring en naturlig del af hverdagen, og vi tror på, at de bedste løsninger skabes i fællesskab. Samtidig giver vi plads til forskelligheder, et godt kollegaskab og humor – også når tempoet er højt.

Arbejdsstedet vil være Lyngby Rådhus, Lyngby Torv 17, 2800 Lyngby.

Ansættelsesproces: Ansøgningsfrist er d. 30. august 2025. Ansættelsessamtaler afholdes i uge 37-39.

Forventet ansættelse er per 1. november 2026.

Ansættelsesforhold Fuldtid

Har du spørgsmål til os, er du velkommen til at kontakte Afdelingschef for Arkitektur og Byggeri Mari Lohne på 20 44 74 68 eller mlohn@ltk.dk.

Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune ønsker at fremme ligestilling og opfordrer derfor alle kvalificerede til at søge uanset alder, køn, religion, handicap eller etnisk baggrund.

I Lyngby-Taarbæk bliver du del af et stærkt fagligt fællesskab med høje ambitioner i en organisation med ca. 4.000 medarbejdere, der alle arbejder med det fælles mål – at skabe værdi for borgere og erhvervsliv. Vi lægger vægt på god ledelse, trivsel, faglige og personlige udviklingsmuligheder, kreativitet og nytænkning samt balance mellem arbejdsliv og fritidsliv. Vi ser mangfoldighed som en ressource og værdsætter, at medarbejdere hver især bidrager med deres særlige baggrund, personlighed og evner.

Indrykket:03/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 27/08/2026

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BRIGHT

PhD scholarship in development of local coffee alternatives - BRIGHT

Lyngby-Taarbæk

Do you love fermentation and food innovation? Do you want to contribute to more sustainable, resilient and just food systems? Are you interested in traditional food fermentation and would like to build innovation on traditional and ecological knowledge?

Then join us in the Fermentation Cultures group at DTU BRIGHT, where we study fermented foods as living biocultural systems at the intersection of microbial life and human culture. Combining microbiology, mycology, ecology, evolution and genomics, we investigate the origins and evolution of food microorganisms, their interactions within fermented food ecosystems, and the genetic and ecological drivers of flavour, texture, and functionality. By using fermented food communities as model systems, we address fundamental questions in ecology and evolution while developing novel starter cultures, fermentation processes, and food innovations that support the green transition and more sustainable, healthy, and resilient food systems.

In this specific project we aim to develop a local caffeine-free coffee alternative by applying knowledge form traditional coffee fermentation on a local waste stream currently used dried as coffee alternative but lacking flavour complexity of fruity and sour notes that can only be added through fermentation. The project will screen different substrate combinations to match the organoleptic properties of coffee, develop a new caffeine-free prototype guided through genome-scale metabolic models developed at Cambridge University with Prof. Kiran Patil. The resulting prototype will be studied to further refine the model but also to assess its microbial composition, assess food safety, its flavour profile via metabolomics and sensory analysis and scalability potential.

Responsibilities and qualifications
As a PhD candidate, you will take a leading role in driving the scientific progress of the project. You will be responsible for planning, designing, and executing experiments, coordinating activities with collaborators within the group as well as external partners, and ensuring the timely progression of the research.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Deep scientific understanding of the field and all relevant literature
  • Playful experimentation with culinary product development
  • Designing and execution of experiments on characterizing the ferments metagenomics, metabolomics, sensory analysis
  • Bioinformatic analysis, data integration and statistical analysis
  • Visualizing results and communicating findings to diverse scientific audiences
  • Publishing research findings in international journals
  • Presenting your work at international conferences and scientific meetings
  • Collaborating closely with researchers across disciplines and contributing to an open, collaborative research culture

We are looking for a highly motivated and ambitious candidate who thrives in a dynamic research environment and is excited by the opportunity to work transdisciplinary at the intersection of ethnography, gastronomic craft and microbiology.

The ideal candidate has:
  • Experience in microbiology
  • Experience in microbial food innovation
  • Some experience in food fermentation and product development
  • Some experience in generating and analysing metagenomic and metabolomic data
  • A strong interest in sustainable food systems, food fermentation and microbial ecology

In addition, you:
  • Demonstrate a high level of motivation, curiosity, and scientific integrity
  • Are able to work independently and take ownership of your research
  • Take a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems
  • Learn quickly and adapt effectively to new methods and challenges
  • Have strong communication skills, including scientific writing and oral presentations in English
  • Enjoy working in collaborative and interdisciplinary teams
  • Be comfortable in an interdisciplinary environment, where different types of knowledge co-exist
  • Are open to and interested in different cultures
  • Are organized, structured, and committed to maintaining high-quality documentation and reproducible research practices
  • Be patient, charitable, curious and playful - key qualities for interdisciplinary work

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education.

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 appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.

The preferred start date is 01.01.2027.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information please contact group leader and senior researcher Leonie Johanna Jahn at lejj@dtu.dk

You can read more about BRIGHT below, and at www.bright.dtu.dk

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 27 August 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:
  • A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
  • One letter of reference, with referee’s email and phone number

You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, color, religion, neurodiversity, national origin 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.

The Fermentation Cultures group
The Fermentation Cultures group investigates fermented foods as complex microbial ecosystems and as a foundation for developing sustainable foods for the green transition. By combining traditional fermentation practices with ecological and evolutionary perspectives, we draw on both traditional and scientific knowledge to create novel fermented foods and food processes. Our research explores how microbial diversity, genetics, and ecological interactions shape the flavour, texture, functionality, and stability of fermented foods, while also examining the origins of fermentation microorganisms and their co-evolution with human societies and food cultures. Using fermented foods as model systems, we address fundamental questions about microbial ecology, evolution, and host–microbe interactions, including how microbes interact with one another and communicate with humans through the production and perception of flavour.

BRIGHT – The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Biotechnology Research Institute for the Green Transition (BRIGHT) is a major initiative based at DTU that aims to accelerate the development of biosolutions and strengthen the bio-based economy. BRIGHT serves as a hub for academic and industrial partners working together to unlock the potential of bioproduction. BRIGHT focuses on three main areas: Sustainable materials (Developing bio-based alternatives to fossil-derived materials), Microbial foods (Innovating food production through microbial technologies), and Microorganisms for net-zero agriculture (Creating solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture). The goal is to develop and scale innovative biosolutions within these areas, ultimately creating sustainable and competitive alternatives to fossil-based products and processes that can make significant contributions to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

Indrykket:03/07/2026

Ansøgningsfrist: 27/08/2026

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