Postdoc in Organic Batteries - DTU Energy
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled chemist to join our team at DTU Energy in our efforts for the research and development of organic energy storage materials and their application in Na-ion batteries.
Are you interested in contributing to a new, more sustainable generation of Na-ion batteries? Join the section for Electrochemical Materials (ELM) at DTU Energy and take part in cutting edge research on the design, synthesis, characterization and performance testing of novel organic active materials for Na-ion batteries based on wood / lignin-derived materials. You will be able to work on discovering novel redox-active molecules, combining organic chemistry, electrochemistry while leveraging novel synthetic access points opened by working in close collaboration with the experts in DTU Bioengineering.
Responsibilities And Qualifications
We are looking for highly motivated and creative researchers holding a PhD in chemistry with strong experience in electrochemistry and energy storage systems (organic batteries / flow batteries).
Responsibilities:
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff: www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures .
The period of employment is two years and the starting date is 1 November 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here .
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Johan Hjelm (johh@dtu.dk ) at DTU Energy.
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark .
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time).
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy) focuses on research and development of functional materials, components, and systems for sustainable energy technologies. The technologies include fuel cells, electrolysis, power-to-x, batteries, and carbon capture. The research is based on strong competences on electrochemistry, atomic scale and multi-physics modelling, autonomous materials discovery, materials processing, and structural analyses. We also focus on educating engineering students at all levels, ranging from BSc, MSc, PhD to lifelong learning students. We have about 300 dedicated employees. Read more about us at www.energy.dtu.dk .
DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled chemist to join our team at DTU Energy in our efforts for the research and development of organic energy storage materials and their application in Na-ion batteries.
Are you interested in contributing to a new, more sustainable generation of Na-ion batteries? Join the section for Electrochemical Materials (ELM) at DTU Energy and take part in cutting edge research on the design, synthesis, characterization and performance testing of novel organic active materials for Na-ion batteries based on wood / lignin-derived materials. You will be able to work on discovering novel redox-active molecules, combining organic chemistry, electrochemistry while leveraging novel synthetic access points opened by working in close collaboration with the experts in DTU Bioengineering.
Responsibilities And Qualifications
We are looking for highly motivated and creative researchers holding a PhD in chemistry with strong experience in electrochemistry and energy storage systems (organic batteries / flow batteries).
Responsibilities:
- Design novel organic active materials based on wood-derived starting materials
- Synthesize and characterize redox-active small molecules and potentially polymers
- Fabricate electrochemical cells (coin cells / 3-electrode cells) to test the performance of the materials in Na-ion batteries
- Carry out advanced electrochemical tests on half- and full-cells
- Collect, analyze and securely manage significant amounts of measurement data
- Work in close collaboration with other researchers from the same as well as from vastly different fields.
- Actively participate in group- and section level exchange of knowledge
- Write and edit publications and contribute to other project deliverables
- You must hold a PhD in chemistry
- Substantial experience in organic synthesis (inert working conditions, advanced purification techniques)
- Extensive experience with analytical methods (NMR, MS, FTIR, UV/Vis, Raman, SEC)
- Extensive experience in analytical electrochemistry (CV, EIS)
- Considerable experience in the fabrication of electrodes and cells of energy storage systems (batteries / flow batteries; different cell architectures)
- High motivation for the sustainable creation and handling of research data
- Ability to work self-motivated and independently
- Excellent team player and communication skills
- Experience with AI tools
- Expertise in working with / supervising students
- Excellent written and spoken English
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff: www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures .
The period of employment is two years and the starting date is 1 November 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here .
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Johan Hjelm (johh@dtu.dk ) at DTU Energy.
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark .
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time).
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy) focuses on research and development of functional materials, components, and systems for sustainable energy technologies. The technologies include fuel cells, electrolysis, power-to-x, batteries, and carbon capture. The research is based on strong competences on electrochemistry, atomic scale and multi-physics modelling, autonomous materials discovery, materials processing, and structural analyses. We also focus on educating engineering students at all levels, ranging from BSc, MSc, PhD to lifelong learning students. We have about 300 dedicated employees. Read more about us at www.energy.dtu.dk .
DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829
DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.