Senior Researcher in Sustainability and Fibre Composites Circularity DTU Wind

The Division of Materials and Components at Department of Wind & Energy Systems Technical University of Denmark is seeking a highly motivated Senior Researcher within sustainability and fibre composites circularity. The position will be anchored in Section of Composites Manufacturing and Testing. This section together with the other sections in the division comprises state-of-the-art experimental facilities and competences covering the whole chain of manufacturing characterization mechanical testing and modelling of fibre composites.

The research field of end of life of composite materials sustainability analysis and circularity is getting more and more attraction in the wind energy sector linked to decommissioning solutions but also improvement of repair use of more eco-friendly materials and a strategy of design for recycling.

The Division of Materials and Components has been and is involved in a number of large projects such as Decomblades WiseWind Susschy-Next where manufacturing and recycling related solutions are developed in close contact with the central players from the wind energy industry. It is foreseen that advances in manufacturing and recycling of composites is key to meet the requirements for next generation wind turbine blades as well as a fully sustainable wind turbine target by 2050.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Do you have a strong research background within sustainability and circularity of fibre composites then perhaps you are our new Senior Researcher. The research of the position covers understanding of recycling processes and their impact of the composite properties.

Focus will be on a materials level in order to get an understanding of the underlying mechanisms present in the recycling process and on assessing fully circular scenarios. Teaching and supervision of students within the research field will be developed together with colleagues. Work will be performed in close contact to industry both as part of external funded projects and as part of our commissioned work.

You will be part of a team of around 34 employees consisting of researchers development engineers PhD students and technicians working closely together.

Key responsibilities

• You will contribute to strengthening and further developing the research field of sustainability and circularity of composites at DTU Wind & Energy Systems.
• You will consolidate and further expand our industrial network within the field of composite sustainability and circularity.
• You will be successful in attracting external funding to support research and its implementation in technical solutions.
• You will thrive through publication of your scientific work in international journals.
• You will engage in the development of teaching and supervision of students.
• You will contribute to dissemination of research results internally and externally.

To be a successful candidate for the position you must meet the following qualifications:

• You have experience in experimental and modelling work of mechanical properties of composites
• You have a strong research background in the field of sustainability and circularity of fibre composites.
• You have experience in teaching and supervision.
• You have a successful record for attracting funding.
• You have a successful record of managing research projects.
• You enjoy working with complex topics and are driven by pushing boundaries.
• You are a team player; you are motivated by both individual and team accomplishments.
• You believe in dialogue and feedback as the best foundation for sound decision-making
• You strive to develop talent amongst others.

You must contribute to teaching at the Department. DTU employs two working languages: Danish and English. You are expected to be fluent in at least one of these languages and in time are expected to master both.

As a formal qualification you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) as well as academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as a researcher or postdoc. To be appointed as a senior researcher you must have completed a didactic/pedagogic education. If you do not have the necessary education then it is possible to complete this requirement within a period of two years of appointment.

You will be assessed against the responsibilities and qualifications stated above and the following general criteria:

• Research experience
• Experience and quality of teaching
• Research vision and potential
• International impact and experience
• Societal impact
• Innovativeness including commercialization and collaboration with industry
• Leadership collaboration and interdisciplinary skills
• Communication skills

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

Starting date is 1 March 2026 or according to mutual agreement. The position is full-time.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Head of Section Anthony Fraisse / ; Senior Scientist Robert Pierce / ;

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Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than 16 November 2025 (23:59 Danish time).

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:

• Application (cover letter)
• Vision for teaching and research
• CV including employment history list of publications indicating scientific highlights H-index and ORCID (see portfolioincluding documentation of teaching experience
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD)

You can learn more about the recruitment processhere.

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.

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