We are seeking an enthusiastic new colleague as a PhD student in the field of Materials Chemistry with a strong background, particularly in Solid State Chemistry and Crystal Structure Analysis, and interest in industrial applications and cooperation to join the Mads Clausen Institute (MCI) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Sønderborg, Denmark. The position is for three years with an expected starting date of April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible. 

MCI is a part of the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and covers research and education, including applications of engineering sciences. Our working language is English, reflecting the fact that far more than half of our students and staff are international. We are located at SDU’s beautiful campus in Sønderborg, in the inspiring building of Alsion, which is a centre for science, culture, and learning in the heart of Sønderborg and perched on the strait of water separating the island of Als from the mainland. The university has very close relations with industries in Sønderborg, Southern Denmark, and Northern Germany.

The successful candidate is expected to carry out research mainly within a project funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The research work involves the synthesis and characterization of novel compounds based on mixed-anion compounds (e.g., transition metal (oxy)nitrides) and the evaluation of their performance in solar water splitting. Also, the successful candidate is expected to be actively involved in the supervision of BSc, MSc, and exchange/visiting students affiliated with SDU NanoSYD, preparing project reports, presentations, and publications, as well as writing grants for supporting research at SDU NanoSYD. 

Job Description and Responsibilities:

• Implementation of research tasks related to the project

• Collaborative and independent research planning, materials synthesis and characterization, crystal structure analysis, and performance evaluation of materials in solar water splitting

• Independent characterization, data analysis, and interpretation of research results

• Scientific communication and presentation of research results at group seminars, scientific conferences, project meetings, etc.

• Writing and publishing of project results in international high-impact scientific journals

Additional Responsibilities may be requested in:

• Supervision of BSc, MSc, and exchange/visiting students who perform research work on similar research topics 

• Assistance in teaching activities  

• Assistance in the preparation of grant proposals for external funding

• Assistance in laboratory organization and management 

 Qualifications (as required):

• MSc degree in Materials Science, Materials Chemistry, Solid State Chemistry, Solid State Physics, or related fields 

• Proven hands-on experience and knowledge of various synthesis methods in solid-state chemistry, preferably the methods used for the synthesis of mixed-anion compounds

• Technical skills in materials characterization techniques (e.g., XRD, XPS, SEM, etc.)   

• Technical skills in crystal structure analysis 

• Fluency in English (both spoken and written)

• Ability to work both in teams and independently 

• Strong communication and social skills 

• Willingness to collaborate with other scientists and industry 

Qualifications (as assets):

• Research experience in X-ray, synchrotron, and neutron radiation facilities

• Research experience in solid state chemistry and crystal structure analysis 

• A track record of experience in writing scientific publications

• Technical skills in scientific illustration and animation to deliver visual knowledge of the project 

• Proven record in participating in national and international research projects and programs

• Strong interest in a long-term commitment to a growing research group

Application procedure

Before applying the candidates are advised to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on how to apply.

Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include: 

• One-page motivation letter that describes the applicant’s educational background and previous research experience most relevant to the offered position and the reason for applying to the PhD program. 

• Curriculum Vitae.

• Master’s and bachelor’s degree certificates or equivalent, including transcripts of grades (copy of original/official English translation).  

• List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).

• References may be included, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the Faculty website.

• A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

• Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.

• Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website. 

• An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish). 

• Research statement on developing novel mixed anion compounds, particularly metal (oxy)nitrides, for solar water splitting may also be included. 

• Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: An official written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.

UPLOAD GUIDE:  Motivated letter shall be uploaded under ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae shall be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents shall be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file). 

The application deadline is January 10, 2026, at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST) 

Contact information

Further information is available from Assoc. Prof. Mirabbos Hojamberdiev (mirabbos@mci.sdu.dk; Tel: +45 6550 7483 or Head of the Institute Prof. Dr. Horst-Günter Rubahn (rubahn@mci.sdu.dk). 

If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk. 

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU.  Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about the Assessment and selection process.  

Conditions of enrollment/employment

Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position, and the monthly gross salary incl. pension is 36.581 DKK. If you have relevant postgraduate experience, you may be placed on a higher salary step.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment is contingent on enrollment approved by the PhD School. Enrollment will be in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order). Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for PhD fellows as described herein as well as the Protocol on PhD fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Further information about salary and conditions of employment. The person employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

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The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.

The Protein Research Group at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense is seeking a skilled doctoral candidate (DC, PhD student) to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting the European Doctoral Network MIPrecise for development of novel affinity-binders for high-sensitivity proteomics and biomedical applications in cancer. 

This PhD position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the international MIPrecise research project in a highly collaborative and dynamic working environment at SDU, Odense, DK. 

Project supervisor: Professor Ole Nørregaard Jensen

Workplace: Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark

The position is for 3 years and is available from February 1, 2026.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Use protein design concepts and deep-learning computational methods to develop novel protein-based affinity-binders for detection and quantification of post-translational modifications in proteins and peptides.

• Produce, purify and test selected designer proteins for enrichment of cancer biomarkers and to understand cellular signalling pathways involving post-translational modifications, including methylated and phosphorylated protein species.

• Complete coursework (30 ECTS) and contribute to workshops and training events within the MIPrecise consortium. 

• Visit collaborating research groups at Malmö University (S), University of Pavia (I), ReSyn Biosciences (RSA) and Proteome Sciences (D) for advanced training.

What We Offer:

• Cutting-Edge Research: Join one of Europe’s leading mass spectrometry and proteomics research groups. 

• Advanced Methodologies: Develop novel computational and experimental techniques to improve protein and proteome analysis in cancer and cell signaling research.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of our interdisciplinary team with protein biochemistry, bioinformatics, and mass spectrometry expertise.

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access SDU UCloud high performance computer for protein structure prediction and analysis. take advantage of our advanced laboratory facilities and mass spectrometry instruments for testing of novel designer-binders.

• International Exposure: Present your findings for MIPrecise partners, participate in conferences and collaborate with experienced researchers.

• Benefit from competitive salary and social benefits, including health coverage and support for international candidates (relocation, visa assistance).

Your Academic Profile:

• Qualifications: An MSc degree (or equivalent experience) in computational protein science, biochemistry or molecular cell biology with a strong component of computational biology and/or protein 3D structure prediction and analysis.

• Experience in computational and experimental protein science: Candidates with experience in protein 3D structure analysis, protein expression and characterization will be prioritized.

• Programming Skills: Working knowledge in standard scripting languages such as R and Python is recommended.

• Further Technologies: Experience in protein 3D structure prediction and analysis by AlphaFold, RosettaFold, or similar tools is recommended.

Personal Competencies:

• Independence and Creativity: Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with a passion for scientific research

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary research projects and collaborate with a diverse and international team of scientists and students. 

• Flexibility: Willingness to take on various tasks and adapt to new challenges. Mobility is a requirement as part of this international research project.

• Communication Skills: Proficiency in the English language (speaking, reading, writing) and excellent communications and presentation skills.

Please see the full call, including how to apply, on https://fa-eosd-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/da/sites/CX_1001/job/3298/?utm_medium=jobshare

The Molecular Metabolism and Metabolomics group, Department of Bicohemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark, invites applications from talented candidates interested in exercise physiology, functional metabolomics and small-molecule signaling to join our team as a postdoctoral researcher. The position is for 2.5 years, available from January 1^st, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The successful applicant will join a vibrant research environment led by Prof. Nils J. Færgeman. The group currently consist of academic staff scientists, postdoctoral fellows, PhD students, and bachelor and master students. Our research focuses on understanding metabolic regulation and signaling at both molecular and systemic levels, aiming at unraveling how metabolism of nutrients and metabolites is controlled. 

This project aims to uncover how specific exercise-induced metabolites regulates systemic metabolism and their role in improving metabolic health in obesity and type 2 diabetes. The successful candidate will utilize LC/MS-based functional metabolomics, proteomics, cell-based functional studies, and advanced receptor screening and ligand-binding assays.

We Offer:

• 2.5-year postdoc position within a stimulating, supportive, and dynamic research environment.

• Opportunity for career development and expanding your scientific skill sets within project management, teaching, mentoring, research dissemination, networking, manuscript drafting etc.

• Engagement in cutting-edge research in an emerging area of metabolism, with high potential for discovery and future applications.

• Application of advanced methodologies within metabolomics and phosphoproteomics/proteomics, as well as advanced GCPR receptor ligand screening and second messenger assays.

• Involvement in translational research based on an advanced human intervention study, utilizing both in vivo animal models and in vitro cell-based systems.

• Opportunities for research exchanges to international and national collaborating institutions.

• Access to state-of-the art equipment, advanced workflows, and robust infrastructure. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, executing, and managing wet-lab experiments and data analyses, including advanced biocomputational workflows.

• Supporting other projects within the group and mentoring students.

• The possibility to contribute to teaching and dissemination activities within the department.

• Manuscript writing and publishing high-impact papers.

• Presenting research findings at international conferences.

• Contribute to fostering a positive and motivating group environment as an active team member.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biomedicine, Human Physiology, Computational Systems Biology or similar fields.

• Proven expertise in LC/MS based metabolomics and/or bioinformatic analyses of complex omics datasets.

• Prior experience in metabolic research involving humans, and/or experimental animals, and/or cell-based models. 

• Knowledge of exercise physiology and metabolic diseases, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes, is advantageous.

• Strong collaborative and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team.

• Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English.

Application deadline: 1 December 2025 at 23:59 hours local Danish time

Please see the full call, including how to apply, on https://fa-eosd-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/da/sites/CX_1001/job/
3341/?utm_medium=jobshare

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Varde kommunale Tandpleje søger nemlig en eller to tandlæger til at udfylde en fast fuldtidsstilling dvs. 35 timer per uge gerne med tiltrædelse 1. januar 2026 eller snarest derefter.

Varde kommunale Tandpleje arbejder efter vores fælles børn- og ungepolitik som er: ”Alle børn og unge gør det så godt som de kan” og vi er optaget af at give vores patienter reelle valg. 

Har du lyst til at blive en del af vores Tandpleje, hvor vi vægter arbejdsfællesskabet højt, fordi vi tror på, at det er vejen til at bevare trivslen i Tandplejen? Du skal kunne lide at have travlt. Og du skal være ambitiøs i relation til din faglige udvikling. Vi er fortsat i gang med en faglig udviklingsproces, som du sagtens kan nå at være med til. Og kan du lide at arbejde med børn og unge, og måske også omsorgstandpleje, specialtandpleje og socialtandpleje, så hører vi meget gerne fra dig.

Om jobbet

Vi lægger vægt på, at du

• Er uddannet tandlæge – gerne nyuddannet
• Har et solidt fagligt opdateret fundament – hvis du er erfaren
• Har en positiv tilgang til dit arbejde og har lyst til at udvikle dine kompetencer sammen med resten af teamet
• Udfører dit arbejde samvittighedsfuldt og omhyggeligt
• Er kvalitetsbevidst og serviceminded i udførelse af kerneopgaven
• Prioriterer arbejdsfællesskabet og trives med at arbejde i et team, hvor du aktivt bidrager i sparring og videndeling
• Har social forståelse og et positivt menneskesyn
• Er energisk og engageret i dit arbejde samt er hurtig til at sætte dig ind i nye opgaver og udfordringer
• Er åben og samarbejdsvillig med godt humør

Vi tilbyder til gengæld

• Et spændende og afvekslende arbejde i en stor tandpleje, hvor der er fokus på faglighed, kvalitet og fællesskab og mulighed for tæt samarbejde og faglig sparring og videndeling med Tandplejens øvrige medarbejdere
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• At stille lupbriller til din rådighed, samt individuelt tilpasset høreværn
• En høj grad af kompetence og ansvar til dig
• At du kan behandle voksenpatienter og derved opnå ret til selvstændigt virke hos os, hvis du ønsker det 

Om os

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Vi er på forkant med mange indsatser. For eksempel har vi allerede etableret en Akut modtageklinik (skadestue), vi afholder masseundersøgelsesdage for at holde ventelisten nede, vi har for nyligt hjemtaget narkosebehandlingerne fra Regionen, vi udfører selv al vores kirurgi med vores mobilkirurg som superviser, og vi har derudover mange flere nye indsatser på tegnebrættet. Vi har rigtig gode muligheder for efter- og videreuddannelse, og ynder at holde kurser på vores egen klinik med eksterne undervisere, så efteruddannelsen er tilpasset vores behov. 

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Yderligere oplysninger
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Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Løn- og ansættelsesvilkår forhandles efter gældende overenskomst. 

Tiltrædelse den 1. januar 2026 eller snarest derefter. 

Ansøgningsfrist og samtaler
Ansøgningsfristen er 30. november 2025 og ansøgning skal ske via dette link.

Ansættelsessamtaler afholdes løbende, så send din ansøgning hurtigst muligt.

Varde Kommune indhenter børneattest for medarbejdere, der arbejder med børn under 15 år. Attesten skal ikke sendes med ansøgningen.

Applications are invited for two postdoc positions with SDU Health Informatics and Technology (HIT), The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute (MMMI), University of Southern Denmark (SDU), Odense. Both positions are for 2 years with the possibility of extension depending on possible additional funding. The positions will be part of two externally funded projects, WISDOM and CHOICE. The planned starting date for the positions is January 15, 2026, or soon thereafter.

Research projects

WISDOM (funded by Horizon Europe; 2023-2028) is led by the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and has partners from 10 different European countries. SDU HITs role in WISDOM is development and implementation of responsible state-of-the-art artificial intelligence mediated models and decision support systems for chronic immune-mediated diseases (in particular, multiple sclerosis). (https://wisdomhorizon.eu/).

CHOICE (funded by NordForsk; 2025-2029) is led by Odense University Hospital in Denmark and has partners in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. SDU HITs role in CHOICE is adaptation and implementation of responsible state-of-the-art artificial intelligence mediated models and decision support systems for identification of people at risk of osteoporosis. (https://www.nordforsk.org/projects/continuous-healthcare-osteoporosis-case-finding-choice).

Postdoc positions

Both postdoc positions will focus on development and implementation of AI-based decision support in clinical practice using a co-design methodology.

In relation to WISDOM, the goal is to develop and evaluate a demonstrator (TRL 5-6) that supports selected use cases related to shared decision making by patients and health care professionals in multiple sclerosis management.

In relation to CHOICE, the goal is to develop and evaluate a decision support system (TRL 8-9) that is integrated with the general practitioner´s electronic health record system XMO from CompuGroup Medical.

Both postdoc positions will contribute to each project and will require close collaboration between the selected candidates as well as project members from WISDOM and CHOICE.

Ideal candidates

To qualify for the postdoc positions, you must hold a Ph.D. degree in software engineering, artificial intelligence, computer science, or a related discipline.

The ideal candidates will have many of the following competences.

• software engineering experience (full stack development)

• artificial intelligence experience (including explainability and interpretability)

• experience in interdisciplinary work

• experience in working with external stakeholders and domain experts (i.e., using the co-design method)

• experience in development of AI-augmented decision support tools

• experience in UI and UX design

• knowledge of the health domain

We envision hiring postdocs with different profiles that in combination possess the listed competences. Profile 1 will be mostly software engineering oriented, while Profile 2 will be mostly artificial intelligence and decision support oriented.

About MMMI and SDU HIT

MMMI is an internationally recognized research department that conducts research within robotics, drone technology, artificial intelligence, I4.0, software engineering as well as health and energy informatics. 

SDU HIT conducts interdisciplinary research related to data driven health technology in close collaboration with experts from various fields. There is a strong emphasis on the development of high TRL systems related to intelligent monitoring and decision support; predictive models for prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis; digital health systems offering novel personalized data collection, treatment plans and interventions. SDU HIT has research activities in areas such as geriatrics, mental health, compassion, cancer, cardiology, osteoporosis, and multiple sclerosis.

Additional information

For further information about the positions, please contact Professor Uffe Kock Wiil, phone +45 6011 3565, email ukwiil@mmmi.sdu.dk.

If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk. 

Application

Applicants are advised to read the SDU information on how to apply.

Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include: 

• Motivated application describing previously relevant project (max. 2 pages)

• Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages)

• Complete list of publications

• Publications most relevant to the position

• Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (copy of original/official English translation). 

• Summary and documentation of experience in teaching, if relevant to the position 

• A research statement may be included

• References/reference letters may also be included (max. 3)

• A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included

SUBMISSION GUIDE: Motivated application (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae (max 5 MB) shall be uploaded in the relevant box. All other documents shall be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file). 

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.

The application deadline is November 30, 2025, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST) 

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU.  Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about the Assessment and selection process.  

Conditions of employment

Appointment as postdoc is temporary for an initial 2-year period, and the preferred start date is from January 15, 2025. Extension may be possible depending on available funding. Employment as a postdoc requires scientific qualifications at PhD level at the time of employment. Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for postdoc as described herein. Further information on salary and taxation. The person employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

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The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.

Center for Industrial Software, part of the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Denmark, located in Sønderborg, invites applications for a 3-year PhD position, which will be vacant from January 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. 

The application deadline is November 24, 2025, at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST) 

Research environment

The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute is an internationally recognized institute in digital technologies. The institute is further growing it’s Center for Industrial Software research and education at its campus in Sønderborg with a vision of creating world class knowledge in valuable collaboration with industry providing a unique opportunity to be part of the center. The center is collaborating closely with other Centre’s at the campus including Centre for Industrial Electronics and Centre for Industrial Mechanics as well as with the industry, which counts world leading companies in growing fields such as e-mobility, automation, climate solutions and energy efficiency. Learn more about our institute at https://www.sdu.dk/en/mmmi and the centre at https://www.sdu.dk/cis. The Centre is autonomous but will collaborate closely with the Software Engineering section of the institute.

In our work we value teamwork, professional diligence, enthusiasm for technology and the drive to adopt new skills and extended responsibilities. We offer an open, international team with flexible work organization and support of individual development. The Centre is involved in a variety of national and European projects and features a strong network of academic and industrial partners. We solve challenging research problems from real applications and implement novel software solutions together with end users such as Universal Robots, Terma, LEGO, Danfoss, and Novo Nordisk.

Project description 

The PhD project is setup in the context of supporting the research activities within RECOVER project (REsilience of COastal Vital Ecosystems through innovative management solutions in the Danish-German border Region). The RECOVER project aims to improve water quality in the western Baltic Sea and increase its resilience to environmental stresses. The project will develop a digital twin model of the southwestern Baltic Sea that can be used to simulate climate scenarios and test various management measures. The work will utilize both local and cloud-based computational resources at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). This project offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI-based Digital Twin modeling research within an interdisciplinary research team. 

The PhD candidate will be responsible to:

• Define data modeling requirements for the datasets in the project and apply FAIR principles. 

• Review existing data sources, set quality standards, and create metadata protocols to ensure consistent, reliable input for AI models.

• Design machine learning workflows to interpret large datasets, efficiently select algorithms, train and validate models, and integrate feedback loops to improve accuracy. 

• Create AI-based Digital Twin models to perform scenario testing, monitor and forecast environmental changes, test hypothetical scenarios, and provide actionable insights.

• Transform model outputs into accessible insights and validate predictions by developing a visualization tool to display results through dashboards, maps, and interactive features.

Profile and requirements

The candidate will participate in research and teaching activities within the areas of software and artificial intelligence. The position requires a master’s degree within a relevant area (e.g. software or computer science) and the desired candidate is expected to have knowledge within relevant areas, e.g. within software technologies for programmer support, hardware set up, data modeling and data management.

Furthermore, the successful candidate is expected to:

• Have good knowledge of English (written and spoken).

• Have high self-motivation to learn. 

• Be able to work well and communicate expert knowledge in an interdisciplinary team.

• Have the ability of working independently.

• Have a strong sense of responsibility.

Further information

Please visit us on our website: https://www.sdu.dk/en/forskning/sdusoftwareengineering

Further information about this position is available via email from Associate Professor Serkan Ayvaz (seay@mmmi.sdu.dk).

If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk. 

Application procedure

Before applying the candidates are advised to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on how to apply.

Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include: 

• Motivated application. 

• Curriculum Vitae.

• Master’s and bachelor’s degree certificates or equivalent, including transcripts of grades (copy of original/official English translation).  

• Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.

• Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website. 

• An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish). 

• Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: An official written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.

• List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).

• References may be included, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the Faculty website.

• A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

SUBMISSION GUIDE: Motivated application (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae (max 5 MB) shall be uploaded in their relevant box. All other documents shall be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file

All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.

The application deadline is November 24, 2025, at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST) 

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU.  Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.

Read about the Assessment and selection process.  

Conditions of enrollment/employment

Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position, and the monthly gross salary incl. pension is 36.138 DKK. If you have relevant postgraduate experience, you may be placed on a higher salary step. The preferred start date is from January 1, 2026, and will be agreed with the successful candidate.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment is contingent on enrollment approved by the PhD School. Enrollment will be in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order). Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for PhD fellows as described herein as well as the Protocol on PhD fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Further information about salary and conditions of employment. The person employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.

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The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.

SØNDERBORG:

SDU Sønderborg is located in scenic and historic surroundings with views to both Alssund and Sønderborg Castle. The university's more than 1,000 students are just a short walk from the city centre, water, beach and forest. SDU Sønderborg is part of the impressive and state-of-the-art building Alsion which, besides the university, houses Videnspark Alsion, Business Academy Southwest, a concert hall and the South Denmark Philharmonic, providing outstanding opportunities for expanding cooperation between universities, business and culture.

• praktisk erfaring med kommunikation og formidling – primært telefonisk, men også med mulighed for erfaring med elektronisk kommunikation via e-mail
• overblik over det store regelsæt og sagsgangene på hele SU-området
• et basalt indblik i offentlig forvaltning og administration
• mulighed for lettere sagsbehandling

• er studerende på en videregående uddannelse
• har situationsfornemmelse og empati, da de studerende, der ringer, kan være i meget forskellige situationer
• finder det naturligt at tale med nye mennesker, og du har lyst til udfordringen i at vejlede de mange forskellige mennesker, der kontakter styrelsen
• har gode mundtlige og skriftlige formuleringsevner, både på dansk og engelsk
• evner at skabe overblik over store informationsmængder og kan navigere mellem forskellige informationsplatforme
• er fleksibel og ansvarsfuld i forhold til både kollegaer og eksterne samarbejdspartnere
• kan bevare en positiv indstilling i travle perioder

Novafos søger en projektleder til byudviklingsprojekter – håndtering af regn- og spildevand i nye byområder

I Novafos er vi hverdagsmestre i at håndtere vand – rent vand i hanen, regnvand i byområder og renset spildevand til havet. Vi er omkring 400 dedikerede medarbejdere, der sikrer, at vi løfter vores del, så samfund og miljø kan trives i harmoni. Vi søger nu en koordinerende projektleder, der får ansvar for at sikre nye byområders vandhåndtering, så Novafos kan fortsætte det vigtige arbejde med at skabe grønne løsninger for fremtidens generationer.

Et job med byudvikling, klima og tværfaglighed som fortegn

Du bliver en del af et byudviklingsteam, hvor vi arbejder for fælles planlægningstilgang til byudviklingsopgaven i Novafos. Byudviklingsgruppen i vores Planafdeling arbejder tæt sammen med kollegaer i vores Projektafdeling, der arbejder med anlægsprojekter. Sammen skal vi understøtte og muliggøre vores ni ejerkommuners byudvikling. Dine opgaver bliver blandt andet at:

• Fungere som projektleder for byudviklingsprojekter i tæt samarbejde med den respektive ejerkommune og udvikler

• Samarbejde med og hjælpe dine kolleger, der beskæftiger sig med byudvikling i både planlægnings- og anlægsfasen

• Være med til at sikre det gode samarbejde på tværs af planlægning og udførelse af byudvikling og byggemodning

Et stærkt team venter på dig

Dine tætteste kolleger bliver 13 stærke fagfolk, som hører under en Planafdeling med 100 kolleger, der arbejder med mange forskellige planlægningsopgaver inden for spildevand, klimatilpasning og byudvikling. Vi er engagerede og hjælpsomme og har tværfaglighed i fokus, så du får mulighed for at samarbejde med en masse kolleger fra andre teams og fagområder.

Din baggrund

• Relevant erfaring og uddannelse inden for området, f.eks. som ingeniør eller lignende

• Minimum 5 års afløbsteknisk erfaring, gerne suppleret med en kloakmesteruddannelse

• Erfaring med byggemodning fra det private, forsynings- eller rådgiverbranchen

• Konstruktiv, god til at samarbejde på tværs i organisationen og kan formidle både mundtligt og på skrift

• Kendskab til lovgivningen om miljø og spildevand

• Kendskab til planhierarkiet i en kommune, herunder spildevandsplan og lokalplan

• Kendskab til hydrauliske modelberegninger

• Måske en projektlederuddannelse

• Kørekort til personbil

Plads til et liv ved siden af dit arbejde

I Novafos tror vi på, at balancen mellem arbejde og fritid er afgørende for din trivsel og jobglæde. Vi respekterer dine arbejdstider og værner om et trygt og stabilt arbejdsmiljø, så du også har overskud til familie og privatliv. Derudover tilbyder vi:

• Fleksible arbejdstider og en arbejdsuge på 37 timer inkl. frokost

• Mulighed for at arbejde hjemmefra 1-2 dage om ugen

• Sunde ansættelsesforhold igennem KL-overenskomst, som sikrer dig en fair løn og attraktiv pension

• Støtte til din faglige udvikling gennem kurser, intern undervisning og uddannelse

• Gode kontor- og parkeringsfaciliteter på Blokken 9 i Birkerød

• Kantineordning, træningscenter, Yoga hold, massageordning, sundhedsforsikring, en aktiv personaleforening og arrangementer som sommerfest, julefrokost, DHL-stafet mv.

Ansøgning

Er du klar til at tage næste skridt i din karriere og være med til at udvikle fremtidens byområder med fokus på bæredygtig vandhåndtering? Så send din ansøgning allerede i dag!

Denne rekruttering varetages af Capax Recruitment. Har du spørgsmål til stillingen, er du velkommen til at kontakte rekrutteringsspecialist Marianne Petersen på mkp@capax.dk

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