DTU Chemical Engineering has a vacancy for a Project Manager position with the BioCon Center.  BioCon has a mission driven to support innovative research and development on a wide range of bioenergy activities.

This project manager will have the main responsibility for the management of the multinational research projects- assisting the Head of Center and senior research staff at BioCon.

Primary areas of responsibility 
As Project Manager you will be responsible for:

• Tracking research task progress and status, including timelines and milestones
• Follow biotechnology research workflows related to biofuels and added-value compounds production
• Structure experimental data and information, including budgets and forecasts
• Coordinate effective communication among research teams, partners, and stakeholders
• Prepare scientific reports for the foundations
• Foster knowledge sharing, collaboration and communication of best practices
• Support biotech grant applications, dissemination activities, and project meetings

Our expectations of you

• A PhD in Chemical Engineering or relevant areas
• Experience with project management (national or international projects), with particular emphasis on Danish-Africa projects (DFC etc.)
• Ability to support data collection, data management, and research documentation
• Experience in experimental design and laboratory techniques (e.g. mixed/pure cell culture, analytical techniques including gas and high pressure liquid chromatography, bioprocessing and fermentation)
• Expert in the Microsoft Office package
• Strong skills in scientific writing and communication (published scientific papers and participation in conferences)
• Proactive and structured with strong planning and organising skills
• Strong collaboration and communication skills based on solid understanding of various stakeholder interests
• Energetic, enthusiastic, positive attitude and a high drive

What we offer in return
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with the focus on research, teaching, innovation and scientific advice for the benefit of the surrounding community. We place emphasis on a high level of professionalism among our staff, so skills development is an integral part of our organization. We offer a great flexibility in the position. In the area of technical and natural sciences, DTU is one of the leading research and education institutions in Europe. 

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

The period of employment is 2 years with an expected starting date on 1 June 2026. The position is a full-time position. 

The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus. 

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 13 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 Dr. Dimitar Karakashev on email: dbka@dtu.dk . Read more about the department at www.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.