PhD Positions at SDU Center for Energy Informatics

SDU Center for Energy Informatics is excited to announce several 3-year PhD positions in AI. We are seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals like yourself to join our research teams. The application deadline is 18 August 2024 at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST)
SDU Center for Energy Informatics is excited to announce several 3-year PhD positions in AI. We are seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals like yourself to join our research teams.

The application deadline is 18 August 2024 at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST)

At the SDU Center for Energy Informatics, we are at the forefront of the digital transformation for the green transition of the energy sector. Our focus lies in developing innovative digital solutions that drive this transition, and we achieve this through the application of cutting-edge AI technologies. We are now offering PhD positions within the following trending areas:

• Agent-based simulation of energy systems, industrial processes, and industrial symbiosis.
• Digital twins of energy systems, industrial processes, and industrial symbiosis.
• Deep learning and reinforcement learning for improving energy system performance.

By joining our research teams as a PhD student, you will embark on an exciting journey of groundbreaking research projects in the field of energy informatics. Your contributions will shape the future of this field and enhance your skills for your future academic or industrial career. Collaborating with our prominent researchers and industry partners, you will become an integral part of a vibrant international research community.

We are seeking candidates who possess a strong educational background in industrial engineering, computer science, software engineering, robotics, or a related field.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for success in this role, as you will interact with various stakeholders in the ecosystem of the energy sector. Your ability to work both independently and as part of a team will be essential to thrive in our dynamic environment. Above all, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about energy informatics and are eager to make a significant impact in the field through their research.

If you are ready to embrace this unique opportunity to shape the future of the energy sector, we invite you to apply for one of these positions. To submit your application, please include your updated CV, a cover letter expressing your interest in one or more of the trending areas, and any other relevant supporting documents.

To learn more about the SDU Center for Energy Informatics and the PhD positions, please visit our website www.sdu.dk/en/energyinformatics or feel free to reach out to Head of center, Professor, Bo Nørregaard directly at [email protected].

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our research center.

If you experience technical problems, please contact [email protected].

Application procedure
Before applying the candidates are expected to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students, the SDU information on how to apply and specific faculty information for application at the Faculty of Engineering.

The application must be in English and include the following:

• Motivated application.
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Verified copies of the official bachelor diploma and master's diploma and transcripts of exams, both the original documents and in professional English translation.
• Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.
• Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website.
• An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish).
• Only for applicants from programmes that evaluate thesis/examination project by approved/not approved: Please submit an official and verified written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.

The application may also include:

• References, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the Faculty website.
• List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).

Assessment and selection process
Read about the Assessment and selection process.

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee or an expert. Shortlisting may be applied. Only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU.

Interviews and tests may be part of the process.

Conditions of employment
Appointment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position (monthly salary of minimum 30.716 DKR before taxes). Further information about salary and conditions of employment.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment.

Employment of a PhD fellow can only happen after the PhD School has approved the candidate for admission. Employment and enrollment will cease without further notice at the end of the period. A PhD fellow is not allowed to have any kind of sideline employment, while enrolled as PhD fellow at the faculty.

Employment as a PhD fellow governed by the Protocol on PhD Research Fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.

The successful candidate will be enrolled at SDU in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order).

The application deadline is 18 August 2024 at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST)

Formalities

• Documents should not contain a CPR number (civil registration number) – in this case, the CPR number must be crossed out.
• The application and CV must not exceed 10 MB.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.

Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.

Placering: Odense, Denmark