BEMÆRK: Ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
If you dream of establishing a career as an Arctic scientist with an environmental focus, and if you strive for possibilities to explore and engage with the extraordinary nature and people of the Arctic region, then the best possible opportunity to fulfill your dreams and ambitions is right here.
At DTU Sustain, you will be part of a team committed to do research in Greenland for the benefit of the Greenlandic society. As partners in the EU Horizon project consortium ILLUQ we will break new ground at the absolute forefront of climate and environmental research. Your role as our PhD-student will be to investigate climate change and permafrost thaw induced impacts on the quality of freshwater resources directly or indirectly used for human consumption. The aim is to identify climate change related current and future health threats to waters resource using a One-Health perspective, and to contribute to identify potential mitigation measures.
ILLUQ (the Inuvialuktun word for partner) is an interdisciplinary project rooted in participatory research with local stake- and rightsholders. Its mission is to provide the first holistic approach to permafrost thaw, pollution, One-Health and well-being in the Arctic and to deliver timely products on the threats from contaminant release, infrastructure failure and ecosystem changes to stakeholders. Your role in the project is to contribute to a small but significant piece of the puzzle on climate induced changes to the supply of water for consumption.
The focus of your research and fieldwork will be in Greenland, though you will also visit other arctic locations, and you are expected to participate in a fieldwork campaign in the Canadian Arctic.
Responsibilities and qualifications
We are looking for a candidate, who is eager to explore and engage with communities and fellow researchers alike. You recognize the fantastic opportunity of spending periods of time in different Greenlandic locations to do field-studies, and you view the chance of spending extended work periods at DTU’s Campus in Sisimiut, Arctic DTU Sisimiut – Ilinniarfeqarfik Sisimiut, as an asset. By also spending time at our campus in Lyngby, Denmark, you will be provided with access to our advanced laboratories, giving you the best possible base for a successful study.
You are knowledgeable about the arctic nature and people. Ideally, you have chemical analytical and/or microbial analytical lab-experience as well as experience with fieldwork. Your English is excellent, and due to the project taking its offset in participatory research, you preferably also master Greenlandic or alternatively Danish or another Nordic language and are willing to engage in learning some Greenlandic.
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 within the field of environmental engineering, microbiology, chemistry or similar.
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 candidates will be made by Associate Professor Pernille Erland Jensen (peej@dtu.dk
) and Professor Lisbeth Truelstrup Hansen (litr@dtu.dk
).
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 1st of May 2024 or earlier according to mutual agreement. The position is a full-time position.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Pernille Erland Jensen (peej@dtu.dk
), or Lisbeth Truelstrup Hansen (litr@dtu.dk).
You can read more about DTU Sustain at https://sustain.dtu.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 10 January 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.
DTU Sustain - Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering - is one of the largest university departments specializing in environmental and resource engineering in Europe. The department conducts research, development & scientific advice and provides educational programs and service to society. We are working to develop new environmentally friendly and sustainable technologies, methods and solutions, and to disseminate this knowledge to society and future generations of engineers. The Department has approximately 300 staff from more than 30 nationalities.
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Lyngby-Taarbæk Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, Anker Engelunds Vej, 2800 Kongens Lyngby
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 10-01-2024; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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