Postdoc in Integrated Electrochemical Direct Air Capture and CO2 Conversion (e-DAC) at DTU Energy
Job Description
DTU Energy is hiring a postdoc to lead the computational design of redox-active materials and electrochemical systems for integrated direct air capture and CO2 conversion (e-DAC), converting captured CO2 into multi-carbon products. The work is mainly computational, backed by experimental validation with an established experimental team. The post is three years, starting ideally 1 November 2026. Applications close on 30 September 2026.
At a glance
- Position: Postdoc, 3 years
- Department: DTU Energy
- Assessment: Asst. Prof. Maryam Abdinejad and Head of Section Johan Hjelm
- Start: 1 November 2026 or by agreement
- Apply by: 30 September 2026
- Apply: 30 September 2026
About the e-DAC postdoc
- Lead computational design and analysis of redox-active materials and electrochemical e-DAC systems
- Design and optimise integrated systems for converting captured CO2 to C2+ products
- Run modelling, data analysis and visualisation
- Work with experimental teams and mentor junior researchers
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 in chemical engineering, materials science, computational or organic chemistry, electrochemistry or a related field
- A strong publication record in electrochemical CO2 capture, conversion or integrated systems
- Strong organisation and project management
- Independent and team work, creativity
Nice to have
- Experimental catalysis synthesis and electrochemical reactor design
- DFT for CO2 capture and conversion materials
- Python for data analysis and automation
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 for three years in Kongens Lyngby.
How to apply
Apply through the official DTU page. The closing date is 30 September 2026.
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How to prepare for this application
- Computation first: lead with modelling of redox-active capture molecules.
- Integration: explain how capture and conversion can share one electrochemical system.
- Deadline: 30 September 2026.
- Contacts: the advert lists marab@dtu.dk and johh@dtu.dk for the assessment.
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).
