Postdoc Position in Advancing Chemical Impact Assessment Through Machine Learning - DTU Sustain

Are you passionate about developing science-based solutions for addressing society’s environmental sustainability challenges? Do you aspire to work with international front-runners in sustainability assessment, life cycle assessment (LCA) method development, and absolute sustainability assessment? If your answer is yes, then this postdoctoral position at DTU Sustain offers an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will innovate at the intersection of assessing the chemical impacts of products and digitalization. You will be part of DTU Sustain’s section for Quantitative Sustainability Assessment (QSA), joining an energetic and collaborative research environment with around 30 international staff, postdocs, and PhD students.

Key Responsibilities

• Advance chemical impact assessment to cover a broader range of chemicals and materials.
• Develop machine learning prediction tools to fill data gaps for globally marketed and novel chemicals and materials.
• Create novel methodologies for characterizing impacts related to metabolites, formulations, bio-based compounds, and inorganic chemicals.
• Test the application of developed tools and methodologies in dedicated case studies in cooperation with industrial and academic partners.
• Participate in teaching activities, including supervision of MSc and co-supervision of PhD student projects.

Qualifications

You should hold a PhD degree in chemistry, environmental engineering, or a similar field. Candidates must demonstrate solid expertise in chemical impact assessment, particularly in toxicity and ecotoxicity characterization, and computational data science. Experience in developing data-based prediction models using machine learning and cheminformatics is essential. Special expertise in quantifying prediction uncertainty of machine learning models, advanced programming skills, and experience with case studies in green chemistry or safe and sustainable by design (SSbD) will be advantageous.

A strong motivation for analytical research and excellent communication skills in English are essential for a successful application. As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree or equivalent.

What We Offer

DTU is a globally recognized technical university committed to excellence in research, education, innovation, and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging position in an international environment. DTU promotes academic excellence with a focus on collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and Terms of Employment

The position is based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The appointment period is for 3 years, with an expected starting date of 1 August 2024. This is a full-time position. The salary will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

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Application Procedure

Your complete online application must be submitted by 20 June 2024 (23:59 Danish time). Applications should include the following materials compiled into one PDF file:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications
• 1-2 support letters from professional referees (e.g., former supervisors, senior collaborators)

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. We encourage all interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background to apply.

About DTU Sustain

The Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering (DTU Sustain) is one of Europe’s largest university departments specializing in environmental and resource engineering. The department conducts research, development, and scientific advice, and provides educational programs and services to society. Our mission is to develop new environmentally friendly and sustainable technologies and methods and to disseminate this knowledge to society and future generations of engineers. The department comprises approximately 300 employees from more than 30 nationalities.