PhD scholarship: Computational Prediction of Nuclear Fission Products Behavior in a Molten Salt Reactor – DTU Chemistry
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
- Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden Lyngby, Midtjylland
- Permanent
- Fuldtid
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[3] European Commission, “EU taxonomy for sustainable activities”, 2022. [Online].Available: .Responsibilities and qualifications
As a PhD student working in the SolveMSR project, you will be involved with both theoretical and practical methodological developments, in accordance with the research and tools described above. You will be splitting your time between DTU Chemistry and Seaborg Technologies, which is a dynamic, young company located ca. 10 km from DTU. You must have an interest and a strong background in theoretical and computational chemistry/chemical engineering, materials science, or physics, preferably experience in high-performance computing with large software packages, and a clear motivation for conducting exciting work at the forefront of modern energy sources research towards a sustainable future in a thriving academic environment in the greater Copenhagen area.Apart from the scientific project, the PhD program also consists of course work corresponding to 30 ECTS, teaching and dissemination activities corresponding to approximately 3 months, and external research stay of 3-6 months visiting our collaborators at cutting-edge research centers in Europe.To apply for the present position, you must have obtained a 2-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a 2-year master's degree.The ideal candidate should be able to work independently and be confident in both written and spoken English. In addition, the applicant should be ambitious and strive towards scientific excellence.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 .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.DTU Chemistry is a department with a high level of research activities, a focus on high-impact dissemination of our research, and a department with a great emphasis on educating the future generation of chemists and chemical engineers.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.You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Klaus Braagaard Møller (E-mail: , Phone: +45 4525 2461).You can read more about DTU Chemistry at .If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free 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 29 April 2024 (23:59 Danish time). 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
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 UN's 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 13,500 students and 6,000 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.