Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Department of Materials and Surface Engineering
Institute:
Denmark Technical University
Country:
Denmark
Research Field:
Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, electrochemistry
Posted Date:
Mar 19, 2026
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Offer Period:
1 Years
Offer Start Date:
NA
Postdoc position in Chemistry: Expertise in Organic & Inorganic Synthesis and Electrochemistry
Project Description:
- We are looking for a highly motivated chemist with strong experience in chemical synthesis and electrochemistry to join our research and development activities.
- Would you like to contribute to a new building materials revolution? Join us in developing sustainable, nature-inspired materials that capture CO₂, store energy, and transform waste into smart construction solutions.
- The iMAT group in the Section for Materials and Surface Engineering at DTU Construct is seeking a highly motivated postdoc to join an exciting DFF–funded project focused on developing innovative, multifunctional materials for energy storage and CO2 capturing.
- If you are eager to engage in pioneering research at the intersection of fundamental science and cutting-edge technology, we invite you to become part of our team. Join us at DTU Construct and help shape the future of sustainable advanced building materials and innovation in construction.
Your responsibility will be to:
- Design and carry out organic and inorganic syntheses
- Develop and optimize electrochemical experiments and measurements
- Characterize materials and compounds using standard analytical techniques
- Analyse data and document results
- Collaborate with researchers across different disciplines
- Contribute to publications, reports, and project deliverables
- You will also actively participate in the supervision and mentoring of bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD students.
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Solid experience in organic and/or inorganic synthesis
- Practical experience with electrochemistry (e.g., cyclic voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy, electrode preparation)
- Strong experience in analytical techniques (e.g., NMR, XPS, FTIR, UV-Vis, XRD)
- A track record of using AI tools or data-driven methods in chemistry is considered an advantage
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good written and spoken English
- As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).
- You should be a capable communicator in English and have solid experience in academic writing.
Preferred Qualification:
Not Available
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- The period of employment is one year.
Benefits:
- DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
- The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
Application Process:
Documents Required:
- A motivation letter (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
How to apply:
- Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 19 May 2026 (23:59 Danish time).
- Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file.
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
DTU Energy is focused on education, research, and development within functional materials and their application in sustainable energy technologies. In a sustainable energy system, a large part of the energy will be supplied by fluctuating sources such as solar and wind power. This makes it critically important to be able to convert and store the energy as needed. Our research areas include fuel and electrolysis cells, solar cells, and batteries as well as advanced filtration devices. We are ca. 300 employees. Additional information about the department can be found on http://www.energy.dtu.dk. Technology for people DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
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Disclaimer:
This position is published for informational purposes. Please refer to the official application link for the most accurate and up-to-date details.