About the opportunity
The DTU Centre for Absolute Sustainability is a cross-departmental initiative fostering research and innovation to support fact-based strategic sustainability decision-making. The Centre is looking for a scientific fundraiser to help develop its project pipeline, prioritize funding opportunities, and lead the development of research applications. The role involves collaborating with internal and external partners, advising researchers on funding, and managing the process for large strategic applications. The successful candidate will join a diverse, purpose-driven team and work in an international environment. This is a 2-year, full-time position with an expected start date in the fall of 2026.
Salary and benefits
- Salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
- Negotiable salary supplements in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for academic staff in technical-administrative positions (AC TAP).
- Collaboration with a highly purpose-driven and diverse team.
- Opportunity to work at one of Europe's leading elite technical universities.
Who can apply?
- Experience in fundraising, including coordinating and prioritizing funding applications.
- Experience in assisting with the scientific writing process.
- Ability to communicate at a high scientific level with senior research staff, funding agencies, and stakeholders.
- Proven track record in scientific writing (a PhD and scientific publications as co-/author are considered assets).
- Ability to take initiative and lead development tasks with multiple collaborators.
- Strong planning and coordination skills.
- All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
Required documents
- Motivated application
- CV
- Exam certificates
When to apply
- Application deadline: Sunday, 4 October 2026.
- Applications are reviewed continuously, and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis.
How to apply
- Access the official job posting via the 'Apply now' link.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Attach the required documents (motivated application, CV, and exam certificates).
Additional information
- The position is for a period of 2 years.
- The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus.
- Open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates due to the nature of research in critical technology.
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
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…
- Professional with experience in fundraising and coordinating large-scale research applications
- Strong scientific writing skills with the ability to communicate with senior researchers
- Experience in project management and planning within an academic or technical environment
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site at the DTU Lyngby Campus
- A PhD and previous scientific publications are considered assets but are not explicitly mandatory
- The position is a two-year contract, which may be a consideration for those seeking long-term stability
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for a professional looking to pivot into or continue in scientific administration and strategy. It offers the chance to support high-level sustainability research at a leading technical university and gain experience in managing complex, multi-partner funding pipelines.
Our take
Experienced fundraisers with a background in scientific writing who enjoy coordinating diverse teams should apply. It is less suitable for those who prefer to remain in a purely research-focused role or who require remote work flexibility.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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