We are looking for a flexible and competent researcher for carrying out a targeted R&D effort on developing an ammonia adsorption system.

The job
At DTU Energy we are running several projects targeting the development of a system that can be utilised for ammonia separation at small scale. The system function relies on absorption of ammonia in a porous medium. The ammonia absorbed can be released by changing the bed temperature or pressure. A key goal in the projects is the demonstration of the process – a proof-of-concept experiment on an “up-scaled” level involving 1 kg of sorbents and gas-flows in the range of 1000 L/h.

We need a flexible person to step into these projects in a leading role to ensure a successful construction of a rig for the proof-of-concept experiment, and to ensure that the experiment is completed timely. 

Our expectations of you
We expect of you that you are very flexible and that you have: 

• Experience from research and development at high level
• Experience in construction of rigs and experimental equipment
• Knowledge on adsorption processes and ammonia synthesis
• A PhD degree and several years of work experience after your Ph. D. 

What we offer in return
Excellent labs for carrying out the work and a dedicated team to help with construction of the device and running of the experiment.

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

It is important that the applicant can start at the latest by Nov 1, 2025. The job is associated with a particular project that runs until 31/5-2026 and thus the offered contract is time-limited and will terminate at the project termination date. 

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 17 September 2025.  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 Professor Peter Vang Hendriksen  on 2815 6948.

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.

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