Part-time IT-worker for research work for electrical energy technology

Electrical Energy Technology; Denmark; On-site; DKK 167,000 - 234,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Research infrastructure

Interdisciplinary environment

Open discussion culture

Equality and work-life balance

Job summary

Aarhus University invites applications for a part-time IT worker to support FLEXUM research in electrical energy technology. The position is based at Finlandsgade 22, Aarhus N, with occasional work at the AU PtX facility in Foulum.

The role runs from Oct 15, 2026 to Sept 15, 2027, focusing on data infrastructure, data collection, and monitoring support for electrolysis systems, in collaboration with researchers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented with colleagues from different disciplines.
• Clear written and spoken English communication.
• Positive and sociable attitude.
• Experience with programming, data handling or data acquisition, and basic IT/server infrastructure.
• Technical background in electrical engineering, energy systems, automation, IT, or related field.
• Interest or experience in power electronics, Power-to-X/electrolysis, measurement or monitoring.
• Ability to work independently on technical tasks and on-site at AU PtX facility in Foulum.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data infrastructure for the FLEXUM project, including data collection, data structuring, server setup, and supporting scripts/tools for research data handling.
• Support technical investigations related to monitoring of electrolysis systems.
• Collect and structure technical documentation and measurement data from the AU PtX facility in Foulum and support the definition of measurement and monitoring requirements.
• Provide practical technical and IT support to the FLEXUM research activities, including on-site assistance at the Foulum facility when needed.

Skills

Programming

Data handling

Data acquisition

IT/server infrastructure

Education

Technical background in EE / energy systems / automation / IT

Tools

Server infrastructure

Job description

Part-time IT-worker for research work for electrical energy technology

Part-time IT-worker for research work for electrical energy technology The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Aarhus University is seeking a part-time IT worker to support research activities in the FLEXUM project within electrical energy technology. The position is based at Finlandsgade 22, 8200 Aarhus N, with occasional work at the AU PtX facility in Foulum, and runs from October 15, 2026, to September 15, 2027.

Expected start date and duration of employment The position is from October 15, 2026, to September 15, 2027.

Job description

• Develop and maintain data infrastructure for the FLEXUM project, including data collection, data structuring, server setup, and supporting scripts/tools for research data handling.
• Support technical investigations related to monitoring of electrolysis systems.
• Collect and structure technical documentation and measurement data from the AU PtX facility in Foulum and support the definition of measurement and monitoring requirements.
• Provide practical technical and IT support to the FLEXUM research activities, including on-site assistance at the Foulum facility when needed.

Your profile

• are good at working with a team of colleagues, also with a different disciplinary background.
• are able to communicate both written and verbally in English.
• have a positive and sociable attitude.
• have relevant experience with programming, data handling or data acquisition, and basic IT/server infrastructure.
• have a relevant technical background or experience in electrical engineering, energy systems, automation, IT, or a related field.
• have an interest in, or preferably experience with, power electronics, Power-to-X/electrolysis systems, measurement, or monitoring.
• are able to work independently on technical tasks and participate in occasional on-site activities at the AU PtX facility in Foulum.

What we offer

• A well-developed research infrastructure, laboratory space and shared equipment
• An exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national and international colleagues at Aarhus University
• A working atmosphere that encourages lively, open and critical discussion
• A work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activitiesA workplace characterized by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance

Place of work and area of employment

The place of work is Finlandsgade 22, 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments.

Contact information

Additional information about the position can be obtained by contacting Björn Andresen at [e-mail] or Arman Fathollahidehkordi at [e-mail].

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than August 28, 2026

Formalities and salary range

The employment is subject to section 15 of the collective agreement for IT employees (PROSA) in the service of the state and LC/CO10-S (the Confederation of Teachers' Unions/the Danish Confederation of Public Employees of 2010) collective agreement, or between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions, where you will be employed as an academic staff member at basic salary grades 4–8.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

Adresse

Finlandsgade 20 8200 Aarhus N Danmark