Postdoc Positions within AI at SDU Center for Energy Informatics

SDU Center for Energy Informatics is excited to announce several 3-year postdoc positions in AI. We are seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals like yourself to join our research teams.

At the SDU Center for Energy Informatics, we are at the forefront of the digital transformation for the green transition of the energy sector. Our focus lies in developing innovative digital solutions that drive this transition, and we achieve this through the application of cutting-edge AI technologies. We are now offering post docs positions within the following trending areas:

• Agent-based simulation of energy systems, industrial processes, and industrial symbiosis
• Digital twins of energy systems, industrial processes, and industrial symbiosis
• Deep learning and reinforcement learning for improving energy system performance

By joining our research center, you will embark on an exciting journey of groundbreaking research projects in the field of energy informatics. Your contributions will shape the future of this field and enhance your skills for your future academic or industrial career. Collaborating with our prominent researchers and industry partners, you will become an integral part of a vibrant international research community.

We are seeking candidates who possess a strong PhD research background in industrial engineering, computer science, software engineering, robotics, or a related field.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for success in this role, as you will interact with various stakeholders in the ecosystem of the energy sector. Your ability to work both independently and as part of a team will be essential to thrive in our dynamic environment. Above all, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about energy informatics and are eager to make a significant impact in the field through their research.

If you are ready to embrace this unique opportunity to shape the future of the energy sector, we invite you to apply for one of these positions. To submit your application, please include your updated CV, a cover letter expressing your interest in one or more of the trending areas, and any other relevant supporting documents.

To learn more about the SDU Center for Energy Informatics and our research project with industry, please visit our website www.sdu.dk/en/energyinformatics or feel free to reach out to Head of center, Professor Bo Nørregaard directly at bnj@mmmi.sdu.dk .

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our research center.

If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk.

Application procedure

Before applying the candidates are expected to read the SDU information on how to apply and specific faculty information for application at the Faculty of Engineering.

The application shall include the following documents in English:

• Motivated application/cover letter.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of Certificates/Diplomas (Bachelor, Master, and PhD degree) – Danish and/or English transcripts.
• Complete list of publications.
• Publications most relevant for the position. Please attach as one PDF-file for each publication (only full text publications (i.e. no links) can form the basis for assessment of the application).

The application may also include:

• Research statement.
• Summary of experience in teaching.
• Reference letters/References.
• Documentation of other qualifications with relevance to the position.

Assessment and selection process

Read about the Assessment and selection process.

Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied. Only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU.

Interviews and tests may be part of the process.

Conditions of employment

Appointment as postdoctoral researcher is temporary and for an initial 2-year period. Extension of the employment may be possible depending on available funding. Further information about salary.

Employment as a postdoc requires scientific qualifications at PhD level at the time of employment.

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on work conditions and taxation in Denmark.

Formalities

• According to the University of Southern Denmark’s internal guidelines, there must be at least three qualified applicants to a position before it can be filled.
• Documents should not contain a CPR number (civil registration number) – in this case, the CPR number must be crossed out.
• The application and CV must not exceed 10 MB.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

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