At CERE we are currently developing a world-leading research group in gas cleaning technologies. The scientific field of gas cleaning, especially carbon capture, is growing, and we expect this to continue for many years to come. Our fields of research include fundamental measurements of chemical properties, laboratory experiments, thermodynamic modelling of electrolytes and pilot plant operation. 

The job
We are looking for an academic employee, who has an interest in and very much like experience with laboratory work, including data collection and analysis, literature research, report writing and dissemination. 

• Conducting research on smaller labscale setups and pilot testing facilities
• Design pilot plants and laboratory set-ups with advanced configurations for development of innovative processes
• Take responsibility in implementing, testing and executing new and innovative solutions to help facilitate development
• Ensure the projects are within the DTU guidelines and strategies

Our expectations of you

• We expect you to have a bachelor degree in chemical engineering or similar  
• Comprehensive experience with prototyping and innovation (preferably also mini pilot plant experience)
• Experience with designing process flow diagrams and P&IDs
• Networking and people skills
• Excellent communication skills in English and preferably also Danish
• Out-spoken character

What we offer in return
We offer an exciting and challenging position in an international environment with the opportunity to make a significant impact on climate change mitigation technologies. You will work with state-of-the-art facilities and collaborate with leading researchers in the field. DTU provides excellent working conditions with a supportive and inclusive culture.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).

The average weekly working hours are 7.4 and can be organized flexibly in relation to holidays, exams, etc. Starting date is 1 May 2026. 

The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus. 

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 11 March 2026 (23:59 Danish time) .  Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates. 

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Senior Project Manager Sebastian Nis Bay Villadsen, snbv@kt.dtu.dk . 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

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.