Research Assistant in Chemistry, Materials Science and Characterization DTU Construct

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Research Assistant to join our research activities at the interface of chemistry materials science and characterization. The position is part-time (15 hours per week) for a period of 6 months and offers the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary research environment focused on the development processing and analysis of advanced material systems.

The work is intentionally broad and is suited to a candidate with a solid background in chemistry materials science or a related field and an interest in working across different classes of materials (mainly polymers) and experimental particular the work involves chemical physical and structural characterization.

Responsibilities and qualifications

Main tasks:

You will support ongoing research activities through a combination of laboratory work materials preparation and characterization. Depending on background and project needs the tasks include:

• Preparation and processing of material formulations and samples
• Experimental work related to polymeric systems
• Characterization of materials using relevant techniques such as spectroscopy microscopy thermal analysis rheology and mechanical testing
• Collection organization and analysis of experimental data
• Maintaining laboratory workflows documentation and research records
• Optimization of formulations sample preparation protocols and experimental procedures
• Contribution to day-to-day research activities in collaboration with other team members

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has a background in chemistry materials science or chemical engineering
• Has hands-on laboratory experience and is comfortable working experimentally
• Has interest in materials synthesis processing and characterization
• Can work in a structured careful and independent manner
• Is motivated reliable and able to collaborate in a research environment
• Has good communication skills in English
• Has strong scientific writing skills and experience with research documentation; publication experience is considered an advantage

As a formal qualification you must have a masters degree in engineering or equivalent.

We offer:

• A part-time research position in an active and interdisciplinary academic environment
• Hands-on experience with chemistry and materials research
• Opportunity to work with a broad range of material systems and characterization methods
• Close interaction with researchers and ongoing research projects
• A flexible position that can provide relevant experience for further academic or industrial work

DTU 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 terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional addition supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTUs salary structure for scientific staff: period of employment is 6 months 15 hours per week. Expected starting date is 1 December 2026 or according to mutual agreement.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Senior Researcher Mehdi Mehrali and Tenure Track Researcher Masoud Hasany.

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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 14 October 2026 (23:59 Danish time).

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and we therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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:

• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc)

Your CV should include a link to your Google Scholar or Scopus profile.

A separate cover letter is not required. Instead please include a brief statement in your CV or resume explaining your motivation for applying. To support a fair and efficient recruitment process we kindly ask applicants not to include a photo in their CV.

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 Civil and Mechanical Engineering develops and utilizes science and technical knowledge for the benefit of society and sustainable development. We undertake research education innovation and scientific advice of the highest quality within building design and processes building construction and safety building energy and installation solid mechanics fluid mechanics materials technology manufacturing engineering engineering design and thermal energy systems.

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DTU is one of Europes 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 Europes 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 13800 students 1600 PhD students and 6500 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.