The SDU Center for Energy Informatics invites applications for Assistant Professor positions from highly qualified and motivated individuals.
The center is a leading research hub focused on developing innovative digital solutions to support the green transition of the energy sector. Our mission is to advance the field of energy informatics through the design and application of state-of-the-art digital technologies and methodologies.
As an Assistant Professor, you will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research projects, contribute to the advancement of knowledge in energy informatics, collaborate with leading researchers and industry stakeholders, and become part of a vibrant and supportive academic community.
Candidates should hold a PhD in energy informatics or related fields such as software engineering, computer science, or data science, with demonstrated experience in energy-related projects. We seek individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. A genuine passion for energy informatics and a commitment to impactful research are essential.
Applications must include a CV, two letters of recommendation, the PhD thesis, and any relevant publications.
For more information about the positions and the SDU Center for Energy Informatics, please visit https://www.sdu.dk/en/energyinformatics, or contact the Head of Centre, Professor Bo Nørregaard Jørgensen, at bnj@mmmi.sdu.dk .
We look forward to receiving your application and to supporting your academic growth as a researcher in energy informatics.
If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk.
Application procedure
Applicants are advised to read the SDU information on how to apply .
Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- 2 letters of recommendation.
- The PhD thesis (full text).
- Publications most relevant to the position.
- Motivated application.
- Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (copy of original/official English translation).
- Complete list of publications.
- Summary and documentation of experience in teaching. You may attach as a Teaching Portfolio .
- A research statement may be included.
- A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.
UPLOAD GUIDE: Motivated application shall be uploaded as ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae shall be uploaded as ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents shall be uploaded as ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file).
All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.
The application deadline is September 30, 2025, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)
Assessment and selection process
Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU. Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.
Read about the Assessment and selection process .
Conditions of employment
Appointment as assistant professor is temporary and for an initial 3-year period, and the start date will be agreed with the successful candidates.
Employment as an assistant professor requires scientific qualifications at PhD level at the time of employment. During employment, the assistant professor will complete the Lecturer Training Programme . Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for assistant professor as described herein. Further information on salary and taxation. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.
The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.
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