Project Cordinator and Measurement Specialist - DTU Sustain

Jobbeskrivelse

We are looking for an experienced senior officer who will realise mitigation technologies regarding emissions from sources within the agricultural sector and other areas. The starting point of the position is focused on field investigations regarding on-going projects in connection to further development and documentation of mitigation efficiency of biofilter technologies to reduce methane emissions. The position includes both technical responsibilities (measurements, sampling), project coordination including cooperation with local authorities and owners of the sites, where the technologies are being implemented.

You will be placed in the section Waste, Climate and Monitoring under the leadership of Prof. Charlotte Scheutz at DTU Sustain. This section includes a leading group of researchers within greenhouse gas mitigation and fugitive emission quantification.

Field experience and great overview

The candidate is expected to have documented experience in performing field investigations, where methods of determination of gas emissions, gas sampling and related techniques have been used. A high degree of self-leadership is required, since a lot of the work is performed off campus. Experience within development of biofilters to enhance methane oxidation is particularly relevant. Also, the work entails generation of large datasets, whereby management of such are relevant.

You will be part of a team working on related studies and projects. This team is reliant of a selection of measurement instruments and other equipment, where day to day communication and flexibility towards other team members’ needs is key.

Formal qualifications

As you will be involved in research projects, a Ph.D. degree within a related field of research is required. You must have a driver’s license and speak Danish.

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). You are employed as a Senior Officer. The position is a full-time position. Starting date is 1 January 2026 or according to mutual agreement. The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus.

Application and contact

Please submit your online application no later than 31 October 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 Charlotte Scheutz, chas@dtu.dk. More information about the department can be found at www.sustain.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.