Senior Research Scientist in Ship Design
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Lyngby-Taarbæk, 1 stilling
In order to strengthen the activities in ship design, DTU, Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a Senior Research Scientist with experience and expertise in ship propulsion efficiency and emission estimation. The position is temporary.
Responsibilities and tasks
The person in question will also take part in research and education within the maritime field. The preferred candidate is expected to have experience from one or more of the following relevant subjects:
- Design and operation of ships and/or maritime structures
- Energy and environmental optimization
- Maritime logistics, optimization of routes and consumption of resources
- Safety, navigation and maritime communication
- Strategic simulation and risk evaluation
- Other technology subjects with relevance to the maritime sector
- Research cooperation with national and international universities
Qualifications
Candidates must
- hold a PhD degree or academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as Researcher or Postdoc.
- have experience from teaching of relevant topics for the maritime sector at bachelor and master level
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to:
- scientific production and research potential
- innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas
- the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities
- experience in teaching and education
- the ability to promote and utilize research results
- an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience
- the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation
We offer
DTU offers an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. DTU is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union. The position is temporary for a period of maximum two years.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Head of Section Erik Damgaard Christensen, tel.: +45 4525 1398.
You can read more about Department of Mechanical Engineering on http://www.mek.dtu.dk
Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than June 1st 2016. Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Diploma (MSc/PhD – an official translation into English)
- List of publications indicating scientific highlights
- Documentation for participation in teacher training courses
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
DTU Mechanical Engineering covers the fundamental engineering disciplines within Solid mechanics, Fluid mechanics, Coastal and Maritime Engineering, Energy systems and energy conversion, Materials and Surface Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering design and Product development. The department has a scientific staff of about 100 persons, 105 PhD students and a technical/administrative support staff of about 85 persons.
DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and public service. Our staff of 5,800 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society; and our 10,300 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government, and public agencies.
