PhD scholarship in Urban Planning and Sustainable Mobility DTU Engineering Technology

Join DTU Engineering Technology in shaping youth-inclusive mobility for sustainable cities.

Are you passionate about sustainable urban mobility inclusive planning and international collaboration Do you want to work at the forefront of participatory research and co-design with adolescents to transform how cities plan for the future

We invite applications for a full-time PhD position at DTU Engineering Technology as part of the international research project HANGOUT Unlocking Adolescents Urban Accessibility and Sustainable Mobility Transitioning to Adulthood funded by the DUT Partnership and the Danish Innovation this PhD position you will work in close collaboration with municipalities schools and research institutions in Denmark and Portugal particularly within the Urban Living Labs established in Holbæk (Denmark)and Lisbon (Portugal).

Responsibilities and qualifications
The objective of the PhD is to support collaborative research and contribute to the development and implementation of adolescent-inclusive urban mobility systems. This includes (a) designing and facilitating participatory planning processes (b) engaging adolescents and stakeholders in co-creation activities (c) contributing to the development and evaluation of digital tools (d) analyzing mobility behaviors and accessibility gaps and (e) supporting project management and communication across international addition The project will assess the impact of participatory methods and planning tools for inclusivity accessibility and sustainability in urban mobility.

You will join our section Production Transportation and Planning at DTU Engineering Technology where you will have colleagues with a mix of research and industry experience. Our section is diverse in culture gender nationalities personality types and career paths. We enjoy collegial idea generation feedback and cooperation in an informal safe and fun working environment. We are all motivated by contributing to a sustainable liveable future. If you have the same motivation you will fit perfectly with our team.

As a PhD student you will:

• Lead and analyze the implementation of the Urban Living Lab in Holbæk and contribute to participatory activities in Lisbon.
• Design and apply participatory instruments to engage adolescents and stakeholders.
• Coordinate and conduct beforeafter evaluations of participatory processes and tool testing.
• Support the development and testing an Atlas and Policy Toolkit.
• Contribute to the different activities of the HANGOUT project.
• Play a key role in project management supporting coordination and communication with international partners.
• Publish in high-impact journals
• Collaborate with international partners directly involved in the HANGOUT project.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Holds a Masters degree in Urban Planning or a related field.
• Has expertise in sustainable mobility and active transport.
• Demonstrates international experience in managing research projects.
• Possesses strong communication skills and is comfortable working with adolescents and diverse stakeholders.
• Be proactive collaborative and with a social attitude eager to collaborate with the people around you whether they are colleagues or industry partners
• Have good communication skills in both spoken and written English
• Have the ability to work cross-disciplinary across e.g. urban planning transportation and sustainability.

You must have a two-year masters degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year masters degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme please see DTUs rules for the PhD education.

We offer
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 Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. Starting date is 1 February 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.

You can read more aboutcareer paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Samuel Larsen section head (email:).

You can read more about DTU Engineering Technology at you are applying from abroad you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU atMoving to Denmark. Furthermore you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar PhDrelocation to Denmark and startup Zoom seminar for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 5 December 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:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale

You may apply prior to obtaining your masters degree but cannot begin before having received it.

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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DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UNs 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13500 students and 6000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive evolving and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.