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Cross the border and move the limits for green energy
Denmark has a long and proud history with renewable energy and a unique position in green technologies, hydrogen, and e-fuels. That means you will find strong competencies across the entire hydrogen value chain and production of e-fuels here, and you can contribute to the corner of Power-to-X research that makes you tick.
Combine that with world-class researchers and a strong tradition for public-private partnerships, and you have the ideal conditions for doing research that can move boundaries and make a lasting impact on the world.
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PhD scholarship in Catalysis Informatics
Are you passionate about using data science and artificial intelligence to accelerate the green transition and address climate change? Do you want to transform the way we design catalysts for the sustainable fuels and chemicals of tomorrow? Do you have a background in data science, computational chemistry, physics, or material science? Then this PhD opportunity at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) might be the perfect fit for you. We're seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join a new interdisciplinary collaboration between DTU Physics and DTU Compute.
Postdoc within PEM electrolyzer catalyst sustainable development
The position offers a chance to share the unique expertise of the Research Unit Functional Material, Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Circular Economy (MEC) within the fields of: High throughput metal nano particle material synthesis and characterization Comprehensive electrochemical test platforms & energy conversion systems Operando measurement using synchrotron X-ray & neutron Technical development in critical material circular economy
Postdoctoral Researcher: Molecular Electrocatalysts for PtX applications
The candidate will participate in a national project funded by the CAPeX Pioneer center (https://capex.dtu.dk/). The project involves design, synthesis, characterization, and testing of molecular transition metal coordination compounds, as electrocatalysts for oxidation and reduction reactions. The research will focus on: Developing synthetic routes to robust new chelating and bifunctional ligands. Employing advanced spectroscopic, electrochemical and X-ray diffraction and fluorescence techniques in the investigation of structure–reactivity relationships. Performing and analyzing electrocatalysis experiments using gaseous reagents and/or products. Analytical chemistry, e.g., GCMS, HPLC and ECMS. Designing immobilization strategies. Collaborating on mechanistic and computational studies. Collaborating within the CAPeX pioneer center
Academic employee within Environmental Engineering at Department of Biological and Chemical Engineer...
Are you passionate about making a difference in the green transition? The Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering at Aarhus University is seeking an academic employee to support research activities related to the measurement of gas emissions, primarily from agricultural sources. This is a permanent full-time position starting 1 April 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdoc in modeling of high-performance magnetic assemblies for creating strong magnetic fields
At DTU Energy we are looking for a postdoc to work on modeling and designing a permanent magnet assembly that can create a strong homogeneous magnetic field, to be used within a magnetic refrigeration device based on a novel concept.
Academic Employee in the Daasbjerg Group at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University
Candidates are expected to have in-depth knowledge of advanced electrochemistry, particularly in electrolyzer design, carbon dioxide capture agents, and related processes. Experience with synthesis, surface functionalization, carbon dioxide loading, and the thermodynamics/kinetics of gas capture will be considered essential. This includes knowledge of instrumentation such as electrochemical workstations, gas chromatography, and spectroscopy tools.
Postdoc in Mechanical Development of Solid Oxide Electrolysis Technology
Would you like to contribute to cutting-edge research on developing the next generation of solid oxide electrolysis cell (SOEC) technology? DTU Energy is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to join our research activities focused on the mechanical development of SOEC cell and stack components.
Postdoc in Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy and Advanced Signal Processing for Lithium-Ion Bat...
Lithium-ion batteries are central to the global green transition, powering technologies ranging from electric vehicles to large-scale energy storage systems. Despite their widespread use, these batteries are subject to complex and interconnected degradation processes that can significantly impact performance and lifetime.
In operando studies of heterogeneous catalysts for CO2 conversion
The project will explore heterogeneous electrocatalysts and thermal catalysts for direct CO2 conversion at operating conditions, aiming to understand both the structure of the active catalyst and deactivation pathways of catalysts.
Researcher Position: Industrial development of technology for biological methanation of biogas CO2
You will be part of the Power-to-X project E-CH4 Booster, which targets the development and upscaling of bioreactors for conversion of CO2 into green methane. The project is an industrial research project which includes Aarhus University along with different industrial partners.
Researcher Position: Industrial development of technology for biological methanation of biogas CO2
Are you an innovative engineer with a passion for translating groundbreaking science into real-world applications? We are seeking talented and driven engineers within Biotech-, Chemical-, Mechanical- or Electrical Engineering to join our dynamic university research team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of academia and industry, focusing on the industrial maturation of cutting-edge technologies.
Postdoc in Acoustic Sensing and Machine Learning for Sustainable Battery Lifetime Predictio
This postdoc position is financially supported by the VILLUM Synergy project entitled ReBatMan: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Battery Lifetime Prediction through Acoustic Sensing and Machine Learning. The project is headed by Assoc. Prof. Daniel-Ioan Stroe, Department of Energy, and Prof. Jan Østergaard, Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University.
Assistant Professor in Carbon Capture
The position is offered in relation to the CarbonLab research group and will be affiliated with the section for Thermal Engineering. CarbonLab’s mission is to spearhead the development of innovative and energy-efficient thermochemical processes that enable a sustainable, de-fossilized carbon economy.
Converting CO2 on atomically defined electrocatalysts
As a PhD student, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to become part of the Interfaces and Catalysis group at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO), led by Prof. Jeppe V. Lauritsen. We’re a team of researchers, applying experimental surface science and electrochemical characterization methods to address the fundamental chemical activity of surfaces.
Postdoc in membrane manufacturing and membrane processes
The project is about membrane distillation using waste heat for hydrogen production. We are aiming to produce a pilot site for this. Therefore, the task of this postdoc will be to upscale membrane production to achieve appropriately sized membranes. The membranes may be changed therefore the postdoc will also be charged with developing improved membranes for this purpose.
Re-announcement: Associate Professor in Battery Technology at Centre for Industrial Electronics
The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for an Associate Professor position in the area of energy storage with a strong interest in AI, battery technology, industrial applications and cooperation for the campus in Sønderborg. The position is located at the Centre for Industrial Electronics (CIE) in Sønderborg. The position will be at the rank of Associate Professor and preferably have a starting date of January 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The appointment is permanent.
Postdoc in Health-Aware Optimization of Lithium-ion Battery Charging
The goal is to integrate model- based (digital twin) and data-driven (AI) methods to design and experimentally validate optimized pulse charging protocols. A particular focus will be on understanding and mitigating key aging mechanisms, such as lithium plating on the anode, through both modeling and laboratory experiments.
PhD scholarship in Topology Optimization for Additively Manufactured Fuel Cells
We are looking for an excellent PhD candidate with finite element, and possibly topology optimization expertise, for an exciting interdisciplinary project within design of additively manufactured ceramic fuel cells. The project shall develop design approaches that take manufacturing induced effects such as residual stresses, defects and edge roughness into account. The project is anchored at DTU Construct and funded by the Villum Investigator Project AMSTRAD granted by the Villum Foundation.
PhD Position in Material Chemistry at the Mads Clausen Institute
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.
Postdoctoral Position in Mesoscale Fluid Simulations and Experimental Validation for Energy Systems
The Centre for Industrial Mechanics, part of the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for one or more 2-year postdoc positions within Mesoscale Fluid Simulations and Experimental Validation for Energy Systems. The positions are open from March 1, 2026, and the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidates.
Postdoc in operando electrocatalysis of nanomaterials at the Department of Chemistry
We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic postdoc for a 3-year position focused on operando synchrotron-based characterization of nanoparticle electrocatalysts. You will apply advanced X-ray scattering and spectroscopic techniques to uncover structure–activity relationships of compositionally complex nanostructured electrocatalysts under realistic electrochemical conditions.
PhD Position in Regional Energy, Carbon, and Land Management for Climate-Neutral Transitions
The position is part of SDU LCE’s strategic research agenda on holistic understanding from net-zero. The PhD project is part of the Regional Energy, Carbon and Land Management (CARMA) initiative, focusing on optimizing energy infrastructure, land use and carbon flows across sectors such as energy, transport, agriculture, forestry, and industry.
Assistant Professor in Biochemical Engineering
SDU Life Cycle Engineering (SDU LCE) invites applications for a position as assistant professor in Biochemical Engineering. The position is available 01 January 2026 or as soon as possible hereafter. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to engage in research falling within or in strong synergy with the following areas at SDU LCE related to (Bio)processes: Carbon capture and utilization in the context of Power-to-X Biorefinery and biofuels process development Integration of renewable power with biofuels and biochemical production—Power-to-X Analytical chemistry, HPLC, GC, MS, Spectroscopy Fermentation technology and anaerobic digestion
Morten Meldal PhD fellowships in Chemistry
We are looking for strong candidates within the broader field of Chemistry. Applicants should hold a MSc or a BSc degree related to one or more of the areas of experimental and theoretical chemistry listed above, with excellent results and good English language skills. Please note that if you expect to obtain a MSc degree before August 2026, but do not have it at the deadline of this call, you must apply for the integrated PhD program (option B).
What makes your engine run?
We don’t have to tell you that excelling in Power-to-X is about optimising the complex interplay between the production and consumption of green energy and the critical infrastructure that connects everything.
But did you know that Denmark is strongly represented in all aspects of Power-to-X? This includes deep expertise in wind energy, innovative electrolyser technologies, an ambitious transport sector, extensive district heating grids, and first-class technology providers.
Whether you focus on the production, consumption, or distribution aspects of Power-to-X, Denmark is the ideal place to pursue your ambitions.
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From Brazil and Iran to tiny Denmark
Maryam, originally from Iran, arrived in Denmark after spending several years abroad. Now an Assistant Professor at DTU, she designs catalysts and electrolysers that help drive the green energy transition.
