Senior Researcher in Product Longevity

24 hours ago


Kongens Lyngby, Lyngby-Tårbæk Kommune, Denmark DTU - Technical University of Denmark Full time
About the Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our research team at DTU - Technical University of Denmark. As a PhD candidate, you will focus on advancing our understanding of product flows, end-of-life pathways, and strategies to enhance product longevity through repair and maintenance versus recycling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct Material Flow Analyses (MFAs) to quantify production, consumption, and waste streams.
  • Investigate product lifetimes and consumer habits.
  • Evaluate the impact of subsidies towards repairs.
  • Assess the impact of material quality, technical and emotional durability on reducing frequent new purchases.
  • Explore trade-offs between product longevity and sustainable end-of-life options.
Requirements

To be successful in this position, you should have a strong background in environmental engineering or a related field, with a two-year master's degree or equivalent academic experience. You should also demonstrate good English language skills, as well as some level of Danish proficiency for interactions with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Waste Management, Experimental materials characterization, Material Flow Analysis, or Systems assessment.
What We Offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for its excellence in research, education, innovation, and scientific advice. As a researcher at DTU, you will work in an international environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.



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