Postdoc position for the Danish Institute for IT Program Management at the IT University of Copenhagen (reposting)
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Postdoc position for the Danish Institute for IT Program Management at the IT University of Copenhagen (reposting)
The Danish Institute for IT Program Management at the IT University of Copenhagen offers one or more Postdoctoral Research Fellowships for a two-year duration, with a possible extension. The proposed starting date is 1 October 2025, or as soon as possible.
DIIP´s main areas of research are IT projects and IT program management. Applicants are not required to have research experience in these fields. Candidates with backgrounds in statistics, economics, business administration, geography, biology, engineering, physics, or similar fields are encouraged to apply.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be responsible for both their own research and publications and support of other research activities within DIIP, predominantly those of VKR Professor Bent Flyvbjerg.
An attractive salary, pension, and relocation services are offered.
Requirements
Candidates will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow’s main tasks will be research and writing aimed at publication in leading journals or university press. Data collection (supported by research assistants) and data analyses (supported by statisticians) will be part of the job.
Application
The application must be in English and must include:
General information
The IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) is a teaching and research-based tertiary institution concerned with information technology (IT) and the opportunities it offers. The IT University has more than 160 full-time academics. Research and teaching in information technology span all academic activities which involve computers including computer science, information and media sciences, humanities and social sciences, business impact, and the commercialization of IT.
Working at the IT University
Located in modern architecture at the intersection of the new Ørestad and the old Amager, a 6-minute metro ride from the center of Copenhagen, the IT University offers an informal working environment, a varied everyday life, and a highly motivated, ambitious, competent, and diverse international faculty, with PhD degrees from 15 different countries. The IT University is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself in actively and successfully pursuing an improved gender balance among students and faculty. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups.
Working in Copenhagen
Copenhagen has a strong educational system, a rich cultural life, universal healthcare, good childcare, and well-functioning infrastructure. Copenhagen is among the world’s most liveable cities according to the Economist Global Liveability Index, making it a great place to live and work.
Salary
Appointment and salary will be in accordance with the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
Application procedure
You can only apply for this position through our e-recruitment system. Apply by pushing the button "Apply for position" in the job announcement on our website.
Questions about the position can be directed to the Head of Research Centre for Government IT, Jens Schmidt, jesc@itu.dk.
Applications should be written in English. All other documents, such as transcripts should be accompanied by a translation in English or Danish.
Application deadline: 24 July 2025, at 23:59 CET.
The applicant will be assessed according to the Appointment Order from the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation of 13 March 2012.
The IT University may use shortlisting in connection with the recruitment process. In the case of shortlisting, the Chairman of the hiring committee selects applicants for assessment in consultation with the hiring committee after the application deadline. All applicants are notified whether their application has been passed for assessment. The shortlisting of candidates for assessment is based on the criteria in the job posting.
Please note that all application material will be destroyed after the assessment.
Applications/enclosures received at ITU after the application deadline will not be taken into consideration. If you submit an application, it is your responsibility to ensure that it arrives before the deadline so please allow sufficient time for upload of publications and other documents.
At The IT University of Copenhagen, we have an international environment and view diversity as a valuable resource. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive working environment for all our employees and encourage all qualified applicants, regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation, or ethnic background to apply for the position.
DIIP´s main areas of research are IT projects and IT program management. Applicants are not required to have research experience in these fields. Candidates with backgrounds in statistics, economics, business administration, geography, biology, engineering, physics, or similar fields are encouraged to apply.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be responsible for both their own research and publications and support of other research activities within DIIP, predominantly those of VKR Professor Bent Flyvbjerg.
An attractive salary, pension, and relocation services are offered.
Requirements
Candidates will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD degree.
- Experience with quantitative research.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- One or more high-quality publications in well-cited journals.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow’s main tasks will be research and writing aimed at publication in leading journals or university press. Data collection (supported by research assistants) and data analyses (supported by statisticians) will be part of the job.
Application
The application must be in English and must include:
- A cover letter summarising the candidate’s background, qualifications, and their motivation for working with academic research.
- A Curriculum Vitae including contact information and the names and addresses of two professional/academic references.
- Documentation of academic degrees (copy of degree certificates etc.)
- Copies of max. 5 publications that are relevant to the position.
- A numbered list of publications. The enclosed publications should be marked with an asterisk (*).
General information
The IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) is a teaching and research-based tertiary institution concerned with information technology (IT) and the opportunities it offers. The IT University has more than 160 full-time academics. Research and teaching in information technology span all academic activities which involve computers including computer science, information and media sciences, humanities and social sciences, business impact, and the commercialization of IT.
Working at the IT University
Located in modern architecture at the intersection of the new Ørestad and the old Amager, a 6-minute metro ride from the center of Copenhagen, the IT University offers an informal working environment, a varied everyday life, and a highly motivated, ambitious, competent, and diverse international faculty, with PhD degrees from 15 different countries. The IT University is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself in actively and successfully pursuing an improved gender balance among students and faculty. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups.
Working in Copenhagen
Copenhagen has a strong educational system, a rich cultural life, universal healthcare, good childcare, and well-functioning infrastructure. Copenhagen is among the world’s most liveable cities according to the Economist Global Liveability Index, making it a great place to live and work.
Salary
Appointment and salary will be in accordance with the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
Application procedure
You can only apply for this position through our e-recruitment system. Apply by pushing the button "Apply for position" in the job announcement on our website.
Questions about the position can be directed to the Head of Research Centre for Government IT, Jens Schmidt, jesc@itu.dk.
Applications should be written in English. All other documents, such as transcripts should be accompanied by a translation in English or Danish.
Application deadline: 24 July 2025, at 23:59 CET.
The applicant will be assessed according to the Appointment Order from the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation of 13 March 2012.
The IT University may use shortlisting in connection with the recruitment process. In the case of shortlisting, the Chairman of the hiring committee selects applicants for assessment in consultation with the hiring committee after the application deadline. All applicants are notified whether their application has been passed for assessment. The shortlisting of candidates for assessment is based on the criteria in the job posting.
Please note that all application material will be destroyed after the assessment.
Applications/enclosures received at ITU after the application deadline will not be taken into consideration. If you submit an application, it is your responsibility to ensure that it arrives before the deadline so please allow sufficient time for upload of publications and other documents.
At The IT University of Copenhagen, we have an international environment and view diversity as a valuable resource. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive working environment for all our employees and encourage all qualified applicants, regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation, or ethnic background to apply for the position.