PhD scholarship in Nonlinear Inverse Problems – Theory, Computations and Experiments DTU Compute

Finished with an MSc in math but not quite done learning Are you ready to take the first steps into Applied Mathematics research Are you curious ambitious persistent and quality focused

Then this PhD position may be just right for you.

We will support you in developing the right research competencies for a career in industry or academia. We offer a PhD journey for three years that will be challenging and rewardable with lots of freedom support and international collaboration.

Responsibilities and qualifications
This PhD project will research and develop the theory and computational methods for 3D anisotropic Electrical Impedance Tomography. This is a very challenging inverse problem in the intersection of mathematical analysis geometry and computing that recently has achieved attention. We ask what can be done with experimental lab data in cases with variations of anisotropy.

In addition to research tasks you will take courses for 30 ECTS and both general and specific topics and you will teach students in courses and do project supervision at various levels.

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 MSc degree should be in mathematics applied or computational mathematics.

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.

Assessment
The assessment of candidates will be made by Kim Knudsen.

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 appointment terms
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. We expect the position to be filled by 1 June 2026 or according to mutual agreement.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Kim Knudsen DTU Compute <>.

You can read more about DTU Compute at .

If you are applying from abroad you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU Moving to 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 than15 March 2026(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 attach a letter of recommendation to your application

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.

DTU Compute
DTU Compute Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is an internationally recognised academic environment with over 400 employees and 10 research sections. We broadly cover digital technologies within mathematics data science computer science and computer engineering including artificial intelligence (AI) machine learning internet of things (IoT) chip design cybersecurity human-computer interaction social networks fairness and data ethics. Our research is rooted in basic research and centres on mathematical models of the physical and virtual world as a basis for the analysis design and implementation of complex systems. We focus on ensuring that our research results contribute to creating a better society by supporting areas such as health green transition energy supply and life science. We collaborate with universities public and private organisations and companies in Denmark and abroad and through DTUs startup ecosystem we encourage innovation and entrepreneurship. We have a strong ethical human and sustainable approach that ensures integrity in our work. Therefore we strive for and take responsibility for driving the democratisation of digital technologies so that everyone has the opportunity to actively participate in the development and we ensure a continued open democratic and inclusive society for the benefit of all. At DTU Compute we value diversity inclusion and a flexible work-life more about us at.

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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.