DIAS Professor in the Fate of Chemicals in Circular Systems

4 weeks ago

Odense, Denmark Euraxess Full time

Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK

Research Field: Chemistry, Engineering Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geosciences

Researcher Profile: Established Researcher (R3)

Country: Denmark

Application Deadline: 28 Feb 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract: Permanent

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) seeks an outstanding candidate to fill a Fully tenured Professor position in the field of Fate of Chemicals in Circular Systems. This critical area of research focuses on the occurrence and transformation of chemicals in circular systems such as water treatment processes, plastics, textiles, and building materials. The role includes chemical analysis, bioassays, targeted removal of chemicals, development of new treatment methods, and risk assessment, with a particular emphasis on degradation products.

The candidate is expected to start 01 September 2025.

The successful candidate should have a strong international profile, an excellent record of research publications, a strong track record of attracting research funding, and demonstrated exceptional potential to excel in scientific research. We expect applicants to actively engage in the development of SDU-LCE, IGT and contribute positively to DIAS as a whole.

The Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)

DIAS at SDU is a hub for interdisciplinary excellence at and beyond the frontier of knowledge, bringing together outstanding researchers from various disciplines to foster interdisciplinary research and innovation. DIAS encourages and supports curiosity-driven research and fosters the meeting of minds across disciplines and levels of seniority. The center cultivates an ambitious, open-minded and playful environment that nurtures both academic growth and a strong sense of community. The candidate will be anticipated to contribute actively to DIAS, including but not limited to participation in DIAS activities, mentoring of DIAS fellows, and promotion of DIAS nationally, internationally and within SDU, as well as through strengthening the bonds between the department/faculty on one hand and DIAS on the other, through interdisciplinary collaborations where meaningful.

Job Description

The successful candidate is expected to:

  • Drive internationally competitive research activities at the highest level of ambition.
  • Publish in high-level peer-reviewed academic journals.
  • Demonstrate high level of engagement in DIAS, including but not limited to participation in DIAS activities, promotion of DIAS, include DIAS affiliation in presentations and events, as well as publications.
  • Engage in various forms of research dissemination, including interdisciplinary research and dialogue.
  • Play an active role in securing external funding, including both EU and Danish sources.
  • Commit to excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including participation in teaching, development of new courses, and supervision of BSc, MSc, and PhD students.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on life cycle analysis (LCA), techno-economic analysis (TEA), mass flow analysis (MEA), and ecotoxicology, also in the framework of DIAS.
  • Assess the fate and removal of chemicals in the environment, aligning with the EU’s “Safe and Sustainable by Design” (SSbD) directive.
Qualifications

Successful applicants must:

  • Hold a PhD or similar qualifications within a relevant field such as Environmental Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
  • Have experience at full professor level or achieved professor level by the hiring time.
  • Demonstrate a strong track record of research and scientific publication.
  • Show an excellent record of attracting research funding.
  • Have strong experience in research management and good communication skills.
  • Have a well-documented teaching record in the field.
  • Be fluent in English; the ability to communicate in Danish is an advantage but not a precondition.
  • Exhibit a commitment to excellence and multidisciplinary collaboration.
We offer

We offer a dynamic and inspiring work environment where you will be part of a team working with groundbreaking research, development, and teaching within green technology. You will have opportunities for professional and personal development through courses, workshops, and conferences, as well as close collaboration with researchers, providing you with a strong professional network.

Conditions of Employment

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on salary and taxation. Salary is negotiable. Teaching obligations will be reduced compared to a regular full professor position at SDU.

Employment as professor requires academic qualifications at PhD level as well as scientific qualifications with a high level of international academic production, experience with teaching on more academic levels, and contribution to development of teaching and teaching materials as well as the documented ability to administer scientific- and educational management tasks.

Assessment and selection process

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied. Only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment.

Interviews and tests may be part of the process.

The application deadline is February 28, 2025, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST).

Application Process

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link below. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF or Word format. Each box can only contain a single file of max. 10 MB.

An application must include:

  • Application letter including a statement of motivation.
  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
  • Evidence of research experience and a research plan for the next 5 years.
  • Complete list of publications, including examples of the most relevant publications (up to 5 publications). These publications should be marked in the list of publications and enclosed.
  • Evidence of experience in teaching (Teaching portfolio).
  • Certificates/Diplomas (any relevant Master's degree, PhD degree, or other relevant certificates) – Danish or English transcripts.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

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