Postdoc in Energy System Analysis

At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Sustainability and Planning, Copenhagen, a position as Postdoc in Energy System Analysis is open for appointment from 1 February 2027 or soon hereafter. The position is a 2-year Post Doc.

The department was established in 1975. Today, we are located in two beautiful harbour-front locations in both Aalborg and Copenhagen. We have more than 250 employees and approximately 1,200 students across the two cities.
Our research and study programmes are rooted in sustainability and the green transition. This means we conduct research in areas such as the circular economy, technology, urban, energy, and environmental planning, as well as sustainable transition and design. Sustainability is central to our work in environmental assessment and marine management. In surveying and land use, sustainability is reflected in our efforts in nature restoration and climate adaptation.
As society continues to develop digitally, we also focus on responsible technology development, addressing real-life challenges. Our problem-oriented approach and close collaboration with businesses and public organisations form the foundation of all our study programmes. Additionally, our engineering programmes are among the best in Europe.

Job description
The Postdoctoral Researcher position focuses on energy system analysis and tool development, with particular emphasis on energy system modelling across multiple scales (European, national, regional) and the application of energy systems analysis within a problem-based learning (PBL) environment. The candidate will contribute to a number of research and educational projects, strengthening the integration of research activities with the development of teaching materials and learning activities for bachelor-level courses. Therefore, it is expected that the candidate can teach in Danish.
The use of the energy systems simulation models EnergyPLAN and EnergyPRO is a cornerstone in the work, thus experience with this tool and model linking with other tools is a pivotal strength for applications to this position. Applicants with a relevant background or experience with other system analysis tools are also encouraged to apply for this position. 
The position includes teaching and supervision responsibilities within the field of energy systems and sustainability, primarily in the bachelor programmes offered by the Department of Sustainability and Planning. Applicants are expected to have documented experience in teaching and student supervision at university level.

You may obtain further professional information from Professor Brian Vad Mathiesen, +45 9940 7218, bvm@plan.aau.dk

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Qualification requirements 
Appointment as Postdoc presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. Appointment as a Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at Aalborg University

How to apply  
Your application must include the following:

- Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position 
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
- Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD diploma) 
- List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of five publications. 
- Documentation of teaching qualifications if relevant.
- Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc. 
- Additional qualifications in relation to the position 
- References/recommendations

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.

Aalborg University has a policy of parallel language use. International staff are encouraged, with support from the university, to learn Danish during their employment in order to support their integration into the workplace and Danish society.

Danish language courses will be offered as part of the employment.

Do you have any questions? 
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.

Further information 
Read more about our recruitment process here

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here.

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

Salary and terms of employment  
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Furthermore, your terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities.

You can find information about the salary and salary structure for the position in the Salary Overview for Recruitment - Scientific positions (VIP). Please refer to the introductory section of the page and the section entitled “Postdoc”.

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.

Aalborg University

Aalborg University (AAU) provides outstanding research and education. We believe that knowledge can and should change the world. This belief drives our high ambitions. We seek knowledge through interaction with the world around us, focusing on real problems and missions that we aim to solve with sustainable solutions. Our research and study programmes are multidisciplinary and built on close collaborations with business and industry. This approach is further strengthened by our renowned teaching model, Problem-Based Learning (PBL), which is centred on real-world problems in all their complexity. Through interdisciplinarity, industry collaboration, and world-class research, we contribute new insights, solutions to societal challenges, and knowledge that transforms the world.

In 2024, AAU advanced from a position in the global Top 10 to a place in the global Top 5 for sustainability. Additionally, in the internationally recognised Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, AAU is ranked fourth among nearly 1,600 universities worldwide. This ranking assesses universities’ contributions to achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

More than 18,000 students are enrolled at Aalborg University, with over 7% being international students. To support them, we have 3,500 staff members, divided between Aalborg University’s main campus in Aalborg and our campuses in Copenhagen and Esbjerg.