Postdoc in Environmental Economics and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Acceptance DTU Management
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Job Location:
Kgs. Lyngby - Denmark
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In recent years DTU Management has rapidly expanded to become a leading research-oriented unit in Denmark achieving international recognition in the fields of environmental climate and energy economics. We are committed to producing outstanding research with the highest academic and social impact and to offering excellent research conditions.
Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities and qualifications
Applicants should hold a doctoral degree (or be near completion of the doctorate) in economics and will be reviewed based on their research and other activities in the scientific community.
The position is linked to a project focusing on acceptance and preferences for CCS on the Faroe Islands led by Professor Jacob Ladenburg and in collaboration with a larger international group of partners.
The candidate will be responsible for developing and conducting a survey on the demand for and acceptance of CCS through mineralisation in the Faroe Islands. The candidate will also be responsible for analysing the data and writing a research article.
As a formal qualification you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).
Eligible candidates will have:
- A PhD in Environmental and Energy Economics with a focus on Stated Preference methods applied to CCS including spatially driven demand and acceptance.
- Published papers and/or PhD thesis with the above-mentioned CCS focus.
- A proven record of developing and conducting stated preference CCS surveys
- Additionally the candidates ability and willingness to collaborate effectively with the project team will be considered in our assessment.
The position provides support for travel expenses. We are committed to offering the opportunity to conduct independent research. Beyond research the successful candidate will be expected to participate in community activities including workshops and seminars.
The candidate will join a dedicated research team focused on consumer sustainable behaviour with a strong emphasis on high-quality research and outreach.
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 2 years starting on the 1 May 2026 or according to mutual agreement.
You can read more aboutcareer paths at DTU here.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Jacob Ladenburg: Phone 45 You can read more about the Department of Technology Management and Economics atDTU Management.
If you are applying from abroad you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU atDTU Moving to Denmark.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 5 April 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:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD in English)
- List of publications including the PhD thesis
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.
Who are we
DTU Management conducts excellent research at the intersection of management technology and economics. We develop solutions in close cooperation with companies and public authorities. Our research aims at strengthening welfare productivity and sustainability. A key element is the role of technology and its interaction with industry and individuals. The department offers a wide range of courses and programs at bachelor master and PhD levels across DTUs study programs. The department has 250+ employees with around half of staff coming from abroad.
Technology for people
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.
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