Help create Denmark’s leading logistics research hub

Join DTU and drive strategic projects that connect academia, industry, and public authorities.

DTU is launching a new research and innovation center to strengthen competitiveness and accelerate technology implementation in freight transport and logistics. This initiative will consolidate education and research in Danish freight transport and position DTU as the leading transport university in the Nordic region.

We are looking for a Senior Consultant to join DTU Engineering Technology and play a pivotal role in building this center from the ground up. In this role, you will drive strategic projects and manage the center's daily operations, support researchers in securing external funding and developing ambitious research proposals, foster collaboration among academia, industry, and public authorities, and promote DTU’s education and research activities to strengthen visibility and impact.

If you thrive with responsibility, enjoy building partnerships, and want to contribute to Denmark’s green transition and technological leadership in logistics, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

You will join our Production, Transportation and Planning section at DTU Engineering Technology—a diverse team combining research and industry experience. We value creativity, collaboration, and an informal, supportive work environment. Together, we aim to create a sustainable, liveable future. If that motivates you, you’ll fit right in.

Your Role as Senior Consultant
In the role your ideas and actions can truly make a difference. As Senior Consultant , you will help shape DTU’s new Logistics Center—a hub for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable solutions. Your work will span strategy, operations, and partnerships, ensuring the center becomes a driving force in Denmark’s logistics landscape.

You will: 

Empower researchers by supporting funding applications—monitoring calls, clarifying requirements, and co-creating strong proposals.Champion communication and branding , making the center visible and impactful across sectors.Keep things moving by managing daily operations and sharing knowledge that matters.Stay ahead of the curve by tracking EU and global transport regulations and identifying emerging trends.Showcase results through reports and forecasts that highlight progress and opportunities.Build bridges between academia, industry, and authorities—creating a strong network of partners and collaborators.Create a meeting point for ideas , promoting DTU’s education, conferences, and seminars to inspire engagement and growth.

What We’re Looking For
We believe the right person for this role combines expertise with curiosity and collaboration. Ideally, you bring:

• A higher education in a technical field or social sciences.
• Experience with international funding applications , particularly in the pre-award phase.
• Proven project management skills , with the ability to set clear frameworks and involve colleagues effectively.
• Excellent communication skills in English , both written and spoken.
• An ability to translate complexity into clarity —using curiosity and dialogue to understand research topics and present them in an engaging way.

If you’re proactive, collaborative, and motivated by making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer in return
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

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

The position is full-time. Starting date is March 1st, 2026 (or according to mutual agreement).

Application and contact   
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 5 January 2026 (23:59 Danish time) .

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (in English or Danish)

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Associate Professor, Victor Andrade on 93513499.

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.

About DTU Engineering Technology
We work at the forefront of university-industry collaboration and develop tools and methods for technology implementation. We are organized in nine research groups all focused on technology implementation, engineering technology and engineering education within a wide range of engineering fields. 

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.