PhD: Transform Energy Systems to Absolute Sustainability

Danmarks Tekniske Universitet; Ørsted; On-site; DKK 301,000 - 379,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU's Centre for Absolute Sustainability (CfAS) is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to explore how Absolute Sustainability can guide transformation of energy technologies and systems. You will work with DTU Construct, Sustain, Energy, and Wind, translating model outputs into actionable targets within planetary boundaries.

The position emphasizes collaboration with industry partners, involvement in workshops, and dissemination through publications, with joint supervision by DTU Lyngby and

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a relevant field as listed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities essential.
• Excellent written and spoken English mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Investigate how Absolute Sustainability helps transform energy technologies and systems.
• Develop methods translating sustainability goals into transformation strategies.
• Translate outputs from energy system models into actionable organisational targets.
• Disseminate research results through publications and conferences.
• Contribute to teaching, supervision and student activities within DTU CfAS and departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interdisciplinary collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in engineering, sustainability, industrial ecology, energy systems, design engineering, innovation management, transition studies, socio-technical systems, or a related field

Job description

DTU's Centre for Absolute Sustainability (CfAS) is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to explore how Absolute Sustainability can guide transformation of energy technologies and systems. You will work with DTU Construct, Sustain, Energy, and Wind, translating model outputs into actionable targets within planetary boundaries.

The position emphasizes collaboration with industry partners, involvement in workshops, and dissemination through publications, with joint supervision by DTU Lyngby and