About the opportunity
DTU Nanolab is seeking 3 dedicated and skilled student assistants to assist in its ISO 14644 class 4 and 5 cleanrooms and associated laboratories. You will join a team supporting research, teaching, and daily operations in one of Denmark’s most advanced laboratory environments. The work involves maintaining cleanroom facilities, preparing semiconductor wafers, cleaning test samples, guiding students in cleanroom techniques and safety, handling chemicals, and performing practical tasks. Upon hiring, you will undergo a comprehensive cleanroom training course to ensure safe working practices. DTU Nanolab is the national center for advanced microfabrication and nanodevice characterization at the Technical University of Denmark.
Salary and benefits
- Hourly paid student position with focus on professional and personal development
- Opportunity to work in advanced research facilities and gain practical experience in cleanroom technology
- Flexible working hours averaging 4 to 6 hours per week, accommodating vacations and exams
- Employment under the collective agreement for student instructors at universities
- Supportive, collaborative, and informal working environment at a leading European technical university
Who can apply?
- Currently enrolled in a technical or scientific study program, preferably at DTU
- Interest in laboratory work and practical tasks
- Structured, responsible, and service-minded working approach
- Understanding of or interest in laboratory safety and chemical handling
- Ability to work independently after receiving training
- Good communication skills in both Danish and English
Required documents
- Motivated application
- CV
- Documentation of study activity
When to apply
- Application deadline is December 1, 2026
- Position desired start date is February 1, 2027
How to apply
- Click the Apply Now link to access the online application portal
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach your motivated application, CV, and proof of active student enrollment before the deadline
Additional information
- Experience from laboratories or cleanrooms is an advantage but not a requirement
- Open-source background checks may be conducted for qualified candidates due to security and export control regulations regarding critical technology research
- For inquiries about the position, contact Louise Birk via loubir@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…
- Enrolled in a technical or scientific degree at DTU or a similar institution looking to gain hands-on cleanroom and microfabrication experience.
- Seeking a flexible, part-time student job averaging 4 to 6 hours per week that accommodates academic schedules and exam periods.
- Comfortable following strict safety protocols and handling chemicals in an advanced research laboratory setting.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires physical presence at DTU Lyngby Campus in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
- Weekly working hours are relatively short at 4 to 6 hours, which may limit total income generation despite providing valuable practical experience.
- Employment duration is tied directly to your active student status.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is ideal for science or engineering students aiming to build practical laboratory skills, gain exposure to cutting-edge nanotechnology facilities, and complement their theoretical coursework with hands-on technical operations.
Our take
Tech or science students currently enrolled in Denmark who want practical cleanroom experience with flexible hours should seriously consider applying before December 1, 2026.
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