About the opportunity
DTU Sustain invites applications for a full-time Tenure Track Researcher position within the Section for Geotechnics and Geology. The role focuses on leading research in thermo-mechanical modelling of pavement infrastructure, quantifying climate change impacts, and developing adaptation strategies for extreme weather events such as heat waves, cold spells, prolonged rainfall, and permafrost thaw. Additional areas include safety, digitalization, and innovative paving materials. The successful candidate will conduct thermal, mechanical, hydraulic, acoustic, and optical modelling, analyze sensor data, secure external funding, engage in research-based consultancy, and co-supervise BSc, MSc, and PhD students. The position is based at Lyngby Campus with potential short-duration duties at Ballerup or Sisimiut (Greenland).
Salary and benefits
- Full-time tenure track scientific position
- Salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Negotiable salary supplements according to DTU's salary structure for scientific staff
- Structured career development path through DTU's Tenure Track program
Who can apply?
- Hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in engineering dealing with thermo-mechanical modelling, preferably applied to pavement infrastructure
- Demonstrated expertise in numerical tools (e.g., Comsol, GeoStudio, Abaqus, Ansys) and sensor data analysis
- Proficiency in math software (e.g., Matlab, Maple) and coding in open programming languages (e.g., Python, C)
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and international conference presentations
- Experience securing external research funding, co-supervising students, and classroom teaching
- Fluency in English and/or Danish, with the expectation to master both over time
- Open to candidates of all nationalities, ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds
Required documents
- Application / cover letter
- Vision for teaching and research for the tenure track period
- CV including employment history, publication list, H-index, and ORCID
- Teaching portfolio including documentation of teaching experience
- Academic diplomas (MSc/PhD)
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 18, 2026, at 23:59 Danish time (21:59 UTC)
- Expected position start date: January 1, 2027 (or by mutual agreement)
How to apply
- Click the 'Apply Now' link on the official job posting page
- Fill out the online application form
- Combine all required application materials into one single PDF file in English
- Attach the PDF and submit the application online before the deadline
Additional information
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered
- Due to research in critical technology subject to security and export control rules, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates
- For further information about the position, contact Associate Professor Eyal Levenberg at eylev@dtu.dk
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…
- PhD holders with specialized expertise in thermo-mechanical modelling of infrastructure.
- Researchers with a strong publication record and experience in securing external funding.
- Academics looking for a structured tenure-track path at a leading technical university.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is on-site at Lyngby, with potential travel to other locations like Greenland.
- Candidates must be prepared to teach and co-supervise students in addition to research duties.
- The role involves critical technology research, which may trigger background checks.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This tenure-track position is ideal for an ambitious researcher aiming to lead climate adaptation studies in civil engineering. It provides the resources and career development framework to build a long-term academic research program.
Our take
This is a high-level opportunity for researchers in geotechnics and climate modeling. It is less suitable for those who prefer a purely industry-focused role or who are not prepared for the rigors of a tenure-track academic career.
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