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Postdoc in Energy Efficient and Resilient Built Environment – DTU Construct

3 months ago


Kongens Lyngby, Lyngby-Tårbæk Kommune, Denmark Danmarks Tekniske Universitet (DTU) Full time

We seek an ambitious researcher who is eager to establish a career in energy system modeling, design, and management to improve energy efficiency, activate energy demand flexibility, and enhance energy resilience of buildings and communities.
If you are ambitious and eager to establish your career as a scientist in the field of energy efficient built environment and you are looking for opportunities to fulfill your dreams and ambitions, it is right here in front of you. At DTU Construct, you will break new ground at the forefront of research and innovation, providing solutions to major societal challenges related to climate change, sustainability, and infrastructure.

We offer a postdoc position for an ambitious candidate to join the Digital Building Technology section to conduct pioneering research on energy system modeling, design and management to improve energy efficiency, activate energy demand flexibility, and enhance energy resilience of buildings and communities. We have access to extensive energy data sets to develop digital twin models of districts based on historical data. You will optimize the design and operation of energy systems, considering the life cycle of buildings and energy systems to provide retrofitting solutions. You will be working in a vibrant research environment with the possibility to be involved in many research and innovation projects that can have a great societal impact. You will also be connected to many relevant research communities with experts worldwide.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Your focus will be on strengthening the department's competencies in modeling community energy systems. You will work with PhD students, another Postdoc, and academic and industrial partners in Denmark and abroad.

Your primary tasks will be:

  • modeling energy systems and buildings for building clusters and communities
  • data analysis and development of data-driven models
  • designing and optimizing retrofitting solutions considering future climate and environmental impact
  • publishing research results in reputable journals and conferences
  • teaching MSc courses
  • supervising MSc student projects and be co-supervisor for PhD students
  • participating in new project applications

The ideal candidate should have experience with:

  • Modelica modeling tools, e.g., Dymola
  • handling large data sets using AI techniques
  • professional programming skills in Python, R, or MATLAB
  • LCA for buildings

Besides, qualified applicants must have:

  • Highly motivated and enthusiastic about the research topics
  • Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
  • Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out challenging tasks

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree in civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering (or equivalent).

We offer
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 terms of employment
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 period of employment is 2 years. The starting date is 1 November 2024 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Rongling Li,

You can read more about DTU Construct at

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 1 September :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
  • List of publications
  • Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
  • Letters from three referees
  • (optional) Experience, thoughts, or ideas on the position

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.

DTU Civil and Mechanical Engineering (DTU Construct) develops and utilises science and technical knowledge for the benefit of society and the sustainable development. We undertake research, education, innovation, and scientific advice of the highest quality within building design and processes, building construction and safety, building energy and services, solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, materials technology, manufacturing engineering, engineering design and thermal energy systems.

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.

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