Are you a chemist looking for a job in an exciting academic environment? We are looking for a dedicated chemist (R&D Engineer) with experience in ICP Techniques for our laboratory, and we will train you to take part in radiochemical analysis for environmental radioactivity monitoring.

Radiochemical analysis plays important roles in many of the department’s projects. Our researchers are dependent on our attention to quality in the chemical analytical process. You will be part of DTU Sustain’s Risø Laboratory – a leading laboratory in Europe within environmental radioactivity and radiochemical analysis, and the Danish national competence center in the field of environmental radioactivity measurement, research and counselling.

The job
Your passion should be in the practical work including laboratory sample analysis for radioactivity determination, maintaining relevant equipment for measuring radionuclides, as well as research and development for radioanalytical methods. You will be daily responsible for securing effective implementation of environmental radioactivity monitoring projects.

Based on your competencies and experience you

• will implement, improve and develop new analytical methods based on literature studies and practical approaches
• work in close collaboration with other technicians and researchers as part of our laboratory technician team
• prepare and analyze large sample series
• calculate results, including quality assurance before the delivery and communication of results to researchers and customers. 

Education and experience with radioanalytical chemistry
The ideal candidate has relevant education in chemistry or a master’s degree or higher level, and good hands-on skills in laboratory work within analytical chemistry or inorganic chemistry. It would be an advantage to have demonstrated experience with ICP techniques (ICP-MS ad ICP-OES) and laboratory experience in radiochemical analysis.

We expect that you:                    

• are highly motivated to gain new knowledges and skills
• are familiar with literature search
• can independently perform laboratory work according to method descriptions and procedures
• have flair for method development and troubleshooting
• have excellent communication skills in English and can speak a Scandinavian language, or are willing to learn a Scandinavian language within the first years
• are structured, flexible and have a responsible approach
• can prioritize tasks and get them finalized
• have a constructive approach to new tasks in the collaboration with your colleagues.

What we offer in return

• a positive atmosphere of a well-functioning and competent team of friendly and easily approachable colleagues
• a high degree of flexibility in your work life. You will have a great influence on the planning and choice of action in your area of responsibility
• a diverse range of exciting tasks in your daily work life
• a position in the forefront of technology and with excellent options for competence building and personal development
• an opportunity to carry out work that can make a difference in ensuring that the environment is not polluted with radioactive substances.

We place emphasis on a high level of professionalism among our staff, so skills development is an integral part of our organization. 

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

The position is full time. Starting date according to mutual agreement.

The working place will be at DTU Risø Campus.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 24 September 2025 (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 Associate Professor, Yvonne Hinrichsen yvhi@dtu.dk  or Professor, Jixin Qiao at +45 2179 8724, jiqi@dtu.dk

You can read more about DTU Sustain at www.sustain.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.

DTU Sustain - Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering - is one of the largest university departments specializing in environmental and resource engineering in Europe. The department conducts research, development & scientific advice and provides educational programs and service to society.  We are working to develop new environmentally friendly and sustainable technologies, methods and solutions, and to disseminate this knowledge to society and future generations of engineers. The Department has approximately 300 staff from more than 30 nationalities.

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