About the opportunity
The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) invites exceptional candidates to apply for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Data-driven Thermodynamics for Industrial Decarbonization. Hosted by the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (DTU Construct) and anchored in the Thermal Energy Section (TES), this position offers a unique opportunity to build a research career focused on advancing engineering thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow from micro to macro-scale. The role emphasizes cutting-edge research using data-driven techniques such as PINNs, Scientific Machine Learning, and data-driven optimization to discover, design, and optimize thermal technologies for a carbon-neutral society.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time position based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Negotiable salary supplements in accordance with DTU's salary structure for scientific staff
- Participation in DTU's Tenure Track program providing structured career development
Who can apply?
- Must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- Present a strong record of scientific excellence, including peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals and/or presentations at major international conferences
- Demonstrated experience in funding applications, collaborations, teaching, and student supervision
- Fluency in at least one working language (Danish or English) with the expectation to master both in time
Required documents
- Application (cover letter)
- Vision for teaching and research for the tenure track period
- CV including employment history, list of publications, H-index, and ORCID
- Teaching portfolio including documentation of teaching experience
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD)
When to apply
- Application deadline is no later than 1 October 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
- Starting date is as soon as possible or according to mutual agreement
How to apply
- Open the online application link
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach all required materials in English combined into one PDF file
Additional information
- Open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates due to research in critical technology subject to security and export control rules.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- PhDs in Energy, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
- Researchers with a proven track record of high-impact publications and funding applications.
- Experts in PINNs, Scientific Machine Learning, and data-driven optimization.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires fluency in at least one working language (Danish or English) with the expectation to master both over time.
- Lacking a strong record of peer-reviewed publications is a significant barrier.
- Background checks may be conducted due to the security of critical technology.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This tenure-track position is designed for an ambitious academic looking to build a long-term research career in industrial decarbonization using data-driven thermodynamics and AI/ML.
Our take
Established PhDs in thermal energy or mechanical engineering with a strong record of scientific excellence and funding experience should apply.
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