About the opportunity
DTU Sustain is seeking a laboratory trainee for its joint laboratory in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark. The trainee will participate in environmental research and teaching tasks, gaining hands-on experience in method development, validation, and sample analysis across ecotoxicology, inorganic and organic chemistry, and microbiology. The position is a full-time, 11-month traineeship starting February 1, 2027. Daily work involves working alongside experienced technicians and assisting with student exercise courses and laboratory routines.
Salary and benefits
- Salary and employment terms according to the OAO-S collective agreement and HK/Stat organizational agreement.
- Hands-on experience with method development, validation, and analytical techniques in environmental science.
- Opportunity to work in an international research environment at a leading technical university.
Who can apply?
- Must have passed the theoretical part of the Laboratory Technician (laborant) education before February 1, 2027.
- Meticulous approach to work with strong collaboration skills.
- Outgoing, engaged, positive, and in good physical condition.
- Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
- Willingness and ability to speak and write in English.
- Open to applicants of any age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic origin.
Required documents
- Cover letter (motiveret ansøgning)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas / academic transcripts (eksamensbeviser)
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 1, 2026.
- Start date: February 1, 2027.
How to apply
- Click the Apply Now link on the official DTU job site.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload your cover letter, CV, and diplomas/transcripts before the deadline.
Additional information
- The position is full-time for a duration of 11 months based in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
- Work primarily takes place in the laboratory, but brief fieldwork may occur in connection with courses.
- As DTU conducts research in critical technology, open-source background checks may be performed on qualified candidates due to security and export control regulations.
- For inquiries about the position, contact Head of Laboratory Cathrine Tamstorf at +45 9351 0140.
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…
- Students who have completed the theoretical portion of their laboratory technician (laborant) education.
- Individuals with a meticulous approach to analytical chemistry, microbiology, or ecotoxicology.
- Candidates who thrive in an international research environment and enjoy assisting with student courses.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is an 11-month traineeship, which is a fixed-term commitment.
- The work is primarily on-site in Kgs. Lyngby, with occasional fieldwork requirements.
- Applicants should be prepared for potential open-source background checks due to DTU's research security protocols.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This traineeship is an excellent goal-oriented step for a laboratory technician student who wants to gain comprehensive, hands-on experience in a top-tier research facility. It provides the necessary practical validation and method development skills that are highly sought after in the environmental science and research sectors.
Our take
This is an ideal opportunity for a laboratory technician student seeking to complete their practical training in a prestigious and diverse environment; those seeking permanent, long-term employment may find the 11-month duration a limiting factor.
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