We are seeking a motivated Senior Officer to strengthen our project management capacity in the Dynamical Systems (DynSys) research section  at DTU Compute. You will help us manage EU and national projects, form strong consortia, and ensure DTU delivers high-quality contributions to collaborations with both national and international partners.

We are looking for a dedicated Senior Officer to strengthen our ability to manage and deliver on both EU and national research projects. In this role, you will act as a bridge between DTU and our national and international partners, supporting the formation of project consortia and ensuring a high-quality contribution from DTU. You will work closely with the section head and play a key role in project management activities, making sure that all commitments are met on time and with excellence.

The job
Your primary areas of responsibility will include:

• Supporting the section head in managing EU and national projects.
• Coordinating DTU’s role and contributions across multiple consortia.
• Acting as a bridge between DTU and national/international partners.
• Monitoring project progress and ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Preparing project documentation, reporting, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Contributing to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of project management practices.

Our expectations of you

• Have solid experience in managing or supporting EU-funded projects (a requirement).
• Are familiar with national project frameworks and funding instruments.
• Possess strong skills in coordinating and supporting research consortia.
• Are structured, proactive, and capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in English (Danish skills are an advantage).
• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners.
• Work independently while also being a reliable team player.
• Hold a relevant academic background or equivalent professional experience in project management.

What we offer in return
We offer you an exciting position in an international academic environment, where you will play a key role in ensuring the success of EU and national research projects. You will have the opportunity to work closely with leading researchers and external partners, gaining insight into large-scale collaborations at both national and international levels.

At DTU Compute, we value professionalism, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. You will become part of a workplace that encourages initiative and personal development, while also supporting a healthy work-life balance.

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

The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus. 

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than Sunday, 21 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 Head of section, Senior Researcher, Razgar Ebrahimy, +45 2469 1179.

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 Compute 
Department of Mathematics and Computer Science – is an internationally recognised academic environment with over 400 employees and 10 research sections. We broadly cover digital technologies within mathematics, data science, computer science, and computer engineering, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, internet of things (IoT), chip design, cybersecurity, human-computer interaction, social networks, fairness, and data ethics. Our research is rooted in basic research and centres on mathematical models of the physical and virtual world, as a basis for the analysis, design, and implementation of complex systems. We focus on ensuring that our research results contribute to creating a better society by supporting areas such as health, green transition, energy supply, and life science. We collaborate with universities, public and private organisations, and companies in Denmark and abroad, and through DTU’s startup ecosystem, we encourage innovation and entrepreneurship. We have a strong ethical, human, and sustainable approach that ensures integrity in our work. Therefore, we strive for and take responsibility for driving the democratisation of digital technologies, so that everyone has the opportunity to actively participate in the development, and we ensure a continued open, democratic, and inclusive society for the benefit of all. At DTU Compute, we value diversity, inclusion, and a flexible work-life balance. Read more about us at  www.compute.dtu.dk .

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.