About the opportunity
DTU Aqua is seeking a service-oriented, conscientious, and flexible secretary for a central support function. You will handle diverse secretarial duties ranging from routine administrative tasks to ad-hoc support, including time registration, travel booking, purchasing, event coordination, facility booking, guest reception, and record management. You will work within the Section for Administration and Service, which manages daily operational tasks across four locations. The position is based at DTU Aqua in Hirtshals, offers a dynamic and informal research environment with flexible working hours, and is structured around a 37-hour work week.
Salary and benefits
- Exciting and versatile job in a dynamic research environment
- Responsible, independent work with dedicated colleagues
- Good opportunities for competence development
- Flexible working hours (flextime)
- Informal working environment
- Salary and terms of employment in accordance with the OAO-S collective agreement and organizational agreement for clerical staff, laboratory workers, and IT staff (HK/Stat), with possible supplements based on qualifications
Who can apply?
- Relevant clerical education (kontoruddannelse)
- Experience with secretarial work, preferably from a similar position
- Good English language skills
- Good knowledge of and flair for IT systems
- Strong personal qualifications including collaboration skills, flexibility, accuracy, conscientiousness, and a service-minded attitude
- Good overview with strong prioritization, coordination, communication, and structuring skills
Required documents
- Motivated application
- CV
- Diplomas / exam certificates
When to apply
- Application deadline: 1 September 2026 (by 21:59 UTC / 9:59 PM)
- The position is desired to be filled as soon as possible
How to apply
- Open the online application link ("Ansøg nu")
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach your motivated application, CV, and exam certificates
- Submit the application before the deadline
Additional information
- Because DTU conducts research in critical technology, special rules apply regarding security and export control, which may involve open-source background checks of qualified candidates.
- All interested candidates regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic origin are encouraged to apply.
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…
- Possess relevant clerical education (kontoruddannelse) and secretarial experience.
- Highly organized with strong prioritization and coordination skills.
- Proficient in IT systems and fluent in English.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based in Hirtshals, Denmark, and requires on-site presence.
- The role involves a wide range of routine administrative tasks, from travel booking to facility booking.
- The candidate should verify the specific qualification supplements available based on their experience.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for those seeking a stable, full-time secretarial position with flexible working hours (flextime) and a supportive, independent work environment. It is a strong choice for someone who wants to integrate into a research-focused organization without being in a direct research role.
Our take
A great fit for experienced clerical staff who enjoy variety and operational support in a dynamic, informal research setting.
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