Postdoc in Operando Atomic-Resolution Electron Microscopy of Catalysts at DTU Physics (VISION)
Job Description
DTU Physics is recruiting postdocs at VISION to watch catalysts work atom by atom in real time using operando, low-dose-rate atomic-resolution transmission electron microscopy on the new VISION PRIME microscope. The research links nanoparticle restructuring and surface dynamics to catalytic function, using microfabricated reactors, Python image analysis of large time-resolved datasets and collaboration with computational researchers. Applications close on 30 September 2026.
At a glance
- Positions: Postdocs
- Centre: VISION, DTU Physics
- Instrument: VISION PRIME operando TEM
- Apply by: 30 September 2026
- Apply: 30 September 2026
About the operando TEM postdoc
- Perform operando, low-dose-rate TEM of catalyst dynamics
- Advance ultrasensitive imaging and spectroscopy of gas-surface interactions
- Make and use microfabricated reactors
- Analyse large time-resolved TEM datasets in Python
- Link 3D atomic structure and dynamics to catalytic function
- Publish and help shape new research directions
About VISION
VISION brings together electron microscopy and spectroscopy, microfabricated reactors, catalysis, cluster science and computational modelling. The advert pitches the posts as a foundation for an independent academic or industrial research career.
Security screening
DTU says it works on critical technology subject to security and export-control rules, so it may run open-source background checks on qualified candidates. Applications go in as one PDF through DTU’s online form.
What DTU is looking for
- A PhD, favourably in physics, chemistry or materials science
- Documented atomic-resolution TEM skills
- Experience in microfabricated devices, 2D materials, catalysis or surface science
- Strong scientific programming, for example Python
- Excellent track record and English
Pay and location
Salary follows the Danish collective agreement for academic staff, with supplements negotiable under DTU’s salary structure; the advert gives no figure. The post is full time in Kongens Lyngby.
How to apply
Apply through the official DTU page. The closing date is 30 September 2026.
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Hiring institution: Technical University of Denmark
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How to prepare for this application
- Skills summary: the application must include a concise description of your research skills.
- TEM record: show atomic-resolution images you took and analysed.
- Code: link image-analysis code.
- Deadline: 30 September 2026.
About DTU
The Technical University of Denmark in Kongens Lyngby, north of Copenhagen, is one of Europe's leading technical universities, with large departments of Physics and of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy).
