Solid Oxide Electrolysis Pilot Operator & R&D Specialist

Aarhus Universitet (AU); Aarhus; On-site; DKK 540,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University invites applications for a Research and Technical Specialist to support the PtX pilot facilities at AU Viborg. The role combines hands-on operation with experimental R&D, data analysis, and technical dissemination within a collaborative research environment.

You will contribute to integrating solid oxide electrolysis with downstream PtX processes, supervise students, and participate in outreach activities, with emphasis on safety and systematic experimental work.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical or engineering background with hands-on operation and maintenance of pilot-scale facilities.
• Experience with solid oxide electrolysis systems is highly advantageous.
• Ability to communicate in English in an international research environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and develop PtX pilot facilities and conduction of experimental campaigns.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data and prepare project reports and technical documentation.
• Co-supervise and support MSc/BSc students and participate in outreach and dissemination activities.

Skills

Solid oxide electrolysis

Power-to-X

Experimentation

Data analysis

English communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Process instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Aarhus University invites applications for a Research and Technical Specialist to support the PtX pilot facilities at AU Viborg. The role combines hands-on operation with experimental R&D, data analysis, and technical dissemination within a collaborative research environment.

You will contribute to integrating solid oxide electrolysis with downstream PtX processes, supervise students, and participate in outreach activities, with emphasis on safety and systematic experimental work.