At DTU Chemical Engineering in the center AT-CERE we have a PhD position open in the area of thermodynamic and process modelling for novel CO2 capture solvents.
You will develop and extend our in-house thermodynamic and unit operation models as well as combining new and existing models into commercial process simulators.
Responsibilities and qualificationsYou will work in a team developing advanced thermodynamic and process models in order to describe CO2 capture processes using promising novel solvents. You will develop ways to parameterize these novel solvents, where detailed physical data may be scarce. You will integrate our suite of thermodynamic and unit operation models into commercial process simulators.
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.
We offerDTU 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. Please see DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff:
www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures The period of employment is 3 years.
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Further information Further information may be obtained from Professor Nicolas von Solms,
nvs@kt.dtu.dk.
You can read more about DTU Chemical Engineering at
www.cere.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
9 October 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 – For the benefit of society since 1829DTU 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.
