Do you want to work with high-tech surveillance technologies for protecting the Kingdom of Denmark?
Specifically, optoDAS and hydrophone data fusion analyzed with Artificial Intelligence (AI), for surveillance of the Arctic, maritime, and critical infrastructures. Then we have PhD openings at the Center for Security at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU).
More about seabed surveillance
DAS systems in seabed optical fibers and hydrophones can monitor ships, whales, trawl, waves, and seismic activity in real-time. Detection, classification, and ID methods developed for satellite imagery can also be used for acoustic data analysis. Through sensor fusion, they provide advanced maritime and critical infrastructure surveillance from seabed to space, from DK to the Arctic.
We offer you the opportunity to be part of a broader project on Arctic and maritime surveillance, in which several departments at DTU conduct research on security-related aspects.
The project is funded by the Danish Defense.
You will be a part of the young and dynamic Center for Security, working in collaboration with several departments at DTU Aqua, Space, Electro, and Compute. You will be involved in and contribute to related ongoing projects.
Your main tasks will be to design, develop, and validate methods for Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) and hydrophone systems for Arctic, marine, and critical infrastructure surveillance. You will exploit AI to fuse measurements derived using different techniques and sensors and extend collaboration within Security DTU, including with departments at DTU Aqua, Space, Electro, and Compute, as well as with project partners in industry, government agencies, Greenland, the Faroe Islands, and other countries. You will also contribute to the international research community by presenting relevant results at international conferences and workshops and publishing in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
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.
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 applicant will be made by the Center for Security DTU, and DTU Aqua
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.
Starting date is sept. 2026 or later, according to mutual agreement.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Henning Heiselberg, Head of Security DTU, at HH@space.dtu.dk or Patrizio Mariani, DTU Aqua at pat@aqua.dtu.dk.
You can read more at www.security.dk
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 1 September 2026 (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, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
DTU Space is located at the Lyngby Campus of the Technical University of Denmark and is the leading institution concerning public space activities in Denmark. The mission of the Institute is to conduct research, development, public-sector consultancy, education, and innovation at the highest international level in the following areas: Space Technology & Instrumentation, Earth Observation & Geoscience, and Space & Astrophysics.
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DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
DTU Space - Bygning 348, Ørsteds Plads,, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 01-09-2026;
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