PhD scholarship in Absolute Environmental Sustainability Assessment of ICT Technologies and Ser[...]
4 months ago
This Ph.D.-project will develop a scientifically valid and transparent absolute environmental sustainability assessment (AESA) model for ICT systems, and based on this, an energy-certification of the ICT sector, aiming at laying the ground for achieving absolute.
If you are interested in laying the foundation for making ICT-based climate improvements, this position may be right for you. At DTU Electro and DTU Sustain you will work towards a greener world, by enabling the development of green ICT technologies. ICT is heralded as a key to ensure the green transition, and the tool developed through this PhD project will be the first of its kind and could play a vital role in ensuring that ICT solutions are employed for a greener future within the requirements of absolute environmental sustainability . You will be interacting with leading researchers in the field of communications and sustainability, and with a broad range of industrial and public entities, who all have a keen interest in the progress of the project.
Responsibilities and qualifications
This PhD-project will develop detailed models of the energy consumption of communication networks, evaluations of the used hardware and software, and modelling the absolute environmental sustainability impact based on life cycle assessment.
Your primary tasks will be:
- Conduct detailed studies of the energy consumption of ICT networks and of data centres.
- Investigate the associated CO2 footprint for sending information.
- Develop an absolute environmental sustainability assessment model to evaluate the overall climate impact of ICT services.
- Work towards a suggestion for a standardised evaluation tool of ICT services and equipment.
You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree. You must have a relevant background in either communication networks, climate footprint evaluations, or preferably both.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education.
Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Prof. Leif Katsuo Oxenløwe and Prof. Michael Zwicky Hauschild.
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 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 period of employment is 3 years. The preferred starting date is 15 November 2024, or according to our mutual agreement. The position is full time.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 20 September 2024 (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:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
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