The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is currently inviting online applications for a range of fully funded PhD positions across various departments. Below is a curated list of available PhD programs at DTU, offering excellent opportunities for eligible candidates to advance their academic careers.
1. PhD Scholarship in Modelling and Optimization of Carbon Capture Processes – DTU Chemical Engineering
The Centre for Energy Resources Engineering (CERE) at DTU Chemical Engineering seeks a PhD candidate to join the CO2 capture research project “Optimizing Carbon Capture Simulation through Advanced Modelling Tools—CapSim.” This project focuses on improving CO2 capture simulation technology by utilizing advanced techniques to evaluate uncertainties in process modeling, experimental data, and model parameters. The aim is to develop robust software tools for use in process simulators for both traditional and novel carbon capture processes.
Application Deadline: September 13, 2024
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2. PhD Scholarship in Collaborative Autonomous Surveillance of Critical Maritime Infrastructure – DTU Electro
Join a groundbreaking PhD project aimed at enhancing maritime security through the development of next-generation autonomous surveillance systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to merge robotics, artificial intelligence, and maritime security, working with leading experts in the field. Candidates will contribute to research that ensures the safety of maritime infrastructure even in GNSS and communication-degraded environments.
Application Deadline: September 13, 2024
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3. PhD Scholarship in Situational Awareness Augmentation with Foundation AI Models for Enhanced Sea Safety – DTU Electro
This PhD opportunity focuses on the sustainable digitalization of the maritime industry through the development of AI-driven situational awareness and collision avoidance systems. Building on the success of Denmark’s first autonomous harbor bus, this project will break new ground in sea autonomy and aims to design AI systems that enhance the safety of maritime navigation.
Application Deadline: September 13, 2024
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4. PhD Scholarship in Femtosecond Fiber Lasers and Low-Noise Supercontinuum Sources – DTU Electro
Join the “Table-Top Synchrotron” project, where you will work on the development of supercontinuum sources that surpass synchrotrons in bandwidth, covering a range from deep ultraviolet (UV) to mid-infrared (IR). This project offers a unique opportunity for those aiming for excellence in the field of fiber lasers and their applications in imaging and spectroscopy.
Application Deadline: September 5, 2024
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5. PhD Scholarship in Circular Construction Materials – DTU Sustain
This PhD position at DTU Sustain offers a chance to contribute to the circular economy in the construction sector. The project aims to integrate circularity into climate mitigation models and improve the quality of secondary materials to industry standards. This role is part of an EU-funded project focused on advancing sustainability in construction materials.
Application Deadline: October 1, 2024
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6. PhD Scholarship in Quantum Computing for Transportation Applications – DTU Management
This position offers the chance to explore the potential of quantum computing in addressing challenges within Mobility and Transportation Systems. Ideal candidates will have expertise in applied mathematics, quantum computation, machine learning, applied physics, or optimization techniques. The project is a collaboration between DTU Management and DTU Compute, providing a multidisciplinary research environment.
Application Deadline: September 6, 2024
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7. PhD Scholarship in Geometric Bayesian Deep Learning – DTU Compute
Are you interested in tackling the challenges of Bayesian deep learning? This PhD position at DTU Compute aims to address the root causes of why current Bayesian approaches fail and develop solutions to make Bayesian deep learning scalable and effective. The project will be conducted in a collaborative and innovative research environment.
Application Deadline: September 15, 2024
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8. PhD Scholarship in Greenhouse Gas Emission Monitoring with Satellite Remote Sensing – DTU Sustain
This PhD project focuses on developing digital solutions for automated greenhouse gas (GHG) emission monitoring using satellite data and ground-based observations. The research aims to support climate change mitigation and the green transition by improving GHG monitoring capabilities in Denmark.
Application Deadline: September 15, 2024
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9. PhD Scholarship in Solid State Batteries – DTU Energy
DTU Energy invites applications for a PhD position focusing on the synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and structural analysis of new solid-state battery materials. This project is in collaboration with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), and it includes a research stay at NTNU.
Application Deadline: September 26, 2024
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10. PhD Scholarship in Maritime Pollution: Linking Pressure from Mixture Toxicity of Shipping Discharges to Loss of Biodiversity – DTU Aqua
This PhD position investigates the cumulative effects of marine pollution on biodiversity, focusing on the impact of shipping discharges. The project aims to understand and quantify the interactions between these stressors and species resilience, contributing to better management of environmental effects on marine ecosystems.
Application Deadline: September 20, 2024
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1. PhD in Digital Optical Computing Platform for Neural Networks
Institution: DTU Electro
Department: Photonic Integrated Circuit based Systems (PICSys)
Summary: This PhD position offers an opportunity to establish a career in photonic integrated circuits-based optical computing. You will work in a cutting-edge laboratory for optical and digital signal processing and integrated photonics devices at DTU Electro. The project is part of a large EU initiative involving collaboration with five other European institutions. The focus is on advancing optical neural networks (ONNs) through a novel digitized optical computing architecture.
Deadline: 30 August 2024
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2. PhD in Pavement Mechanics
Institution: DTU Sustain
Department: Geotechnics and Geology Section
Summary: This three-year PhD scholarship explores a novel pavement infrastructure where aggregate layers are bound by a fungal-derived alternative to bitumen. The research focuses on urban traffic conditions and involves modeling, coding, and field-validating a new mechanistic analysis tool for pavements containing fungal-bound layers. The work is part of the LOOPER project, supported by the Danish Energy Agency, in collaboration with Visibuilt and Munck Asfalt.
Deadline: 31 August 2024
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3. PhD in Enhancing Renewable Power Plants’ Performance through Advanced Control Methods
Institution: DTU Wind
Department: Renewable Plants in Energy Systems (RES) Section
Summary: Join the effort toward green energy transition by developing advanced methods for modeling renewable power plants and future energy systems. This multidisciplinary research opportunity provides a creative and inspiring environment, with access to unique research infrastructure, including a MW-scale hybrid power plant on campus. The position offers collaboration with top universities and industry leaders in wind energy research across Europe.
Deadline: 15 October 2024
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4. PhD in Protective Coatings and Sustainability
Institution: DTU Chemical Engineering
Department: Hempel Foundation Coatings Science and Technology Centre (CoaST)
Summary: This PhD opportunity focuses on developing environmentally friendly solutions for the coatings industry. Candidates with a background in chemistry or chemical engineering, particularly those interested in sustainable solutions and organic coatings, are encouraged to apply. You will join a world-class research team and contribute to projects with a strong scientific foundation.
Deadline: 4 September 2024
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5. PhD in Autonomous Decision Support System for Optimized Maintenance in Wind Turbine Infrastructure
Institution: DTU Wind
Department: DTU Wind and Energy Systems
Summary: This PhD position is part of the IntelliWind project, a Doctoral Network funded by the EU Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions program. The research focuses on developing an autonomous decision support system for optimized maintenance in wind turbine infrastructure. The role offers advanced training opportunities across Europe, within the rich context of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action Doctoral Networks.
Deadline: 30 September 2024
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6. PhD in Decision Support Systems for Automatic Anomaly Interpretation and Ranking
Institution: DTU Wind
Department: DTU Wind and Energy Systems
Summary: This PhD position is part of the IntelliWind project, focusing on developing decision support systems for automatic anomaly interpretation and ranking in wind energy systems. The role provides an opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, with training and collaboration across European universities and industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, scientific programming, machine learning, and data science.
Deadline: 10 January 2024
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7. PhD in Design of Automatic Maintenance Recommendation System for Wind Turbine Components
Institution: DTU Wind
Department: DTU Wind and Energy Systems
Summary: This PhD opportunity is part of the IntelliWind project, focusing on designing and assessing the impact of an autonomous maintenance recommendation system for wind turbine components. The role includes advanced training and collaboration within the EU Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action Doctoral Networks, with opportunities to expand the boundaries of wind energy system research.
Deadline: 10 January 2024
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8. PhD in Marine Biogeochemistry in Greenlandic Waters
Institution: DTU Aqua
Department: National Institute of Aquatic Resources
Summary: This PhD position is part of the “WaterColor” project, focusing on studying the carbon cycle in Greenlandic fjords and shelf waters. The research aims to understand the current status of these processes, which are crucial for predicting future climate change scenarios. The project involves collaboration with universities and research institutes from Denmark, Greenland, Finland, Poland, and South Africa.
Deadline: 10 January 2024
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9. PhD in Fire Safety in Biochar Handling and Storage
Institution: DTU Chemical Engineering
Department: CHEC Research Centre
Summary: This PhD project focuses on improving fire safety in the handling and storage of biochar, a critical material in reducing global CO2 emissions. The research is part of a larger project addressing environmental issues related to biochar production and use. The role involves interdisciplinary research within a highly creative and supportive environment.
Deadline: 14 September 2024
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10. PhD in Fish Trait-Based Ecology and Life-History
Institution: DTU Aqua
Department: National Institute of Aquatic Resources
Summary: This PhD opportunity aims to understand how fish communities will adapt to climate change and how life history strategies will evolve in future oceans. The research is part of a larger project focused on the impact of climate-induced changes on fish community biomass and potential catch productivity.
Deadline: 13 September 2024
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