Life Cycle Impact Assessment Specialist
4 days ago
About the Role
">At DTU, we are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the Section for Quantitative Sustainability Assessment of the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of new life cycle impact assessment methods for natural resources, applying them in the environmental sustainability assessment of technologies.
The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, or a similar field, with expertise in life cycle impact assessment, material flow analysis, or related areas particularly with a focus on natural resources. Strong communication skills in English and motivation for research are essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing new frameworks and computing indicators for assessing the impacts of natural resource use in environmental sustainability assessments of products and technologies
- Assessing environmental sustainability performance of pyrolysis of plastics
- Participating in and contributing to leading related tasks and work packages in an international research project
- Participating in teaching activities including the supervision of MSc student projects and the co-supervision of PhD student projects
What We Offer
">A rewarding and challenging job in an international environment with excellent opportunities for professional and personal growth. As a member of our team, you will become part of a dynamic and collaborative research environment with around 40 international staff members, postdocs, and PhD students.
DHU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation, and scientific advice. We offer academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Terms of Employment
">The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The position is a full-time position, and the period of employment is 3 years. Expected starting date is 1-Feb-2025.
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