Summary
A PhD position is available at DTU Chemical Engineering in the Process and Systems Engineering Center (PROSYS) for a scholarship focused on the modelling and applied control of fermentation processes, in collaboration with Novonesis A/S.
PhD Scholarship in Modelling and Applied Control of Fermentation Processes, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Designation
PhD Student
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Sustainable Industrial Processes |
| Location | Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering equivalent to 120 ECTS points |
| Job Description | Involves literature studies, experimental work in Pilot Plant, process modeling, and control design. |
| How to Apply | Submit online application as one PDF file, including cover letter, CV, academic transcripts. |
| Last Date to Apply | June 2, 2026, 23:59 Danish time |
Research Area
This scholarship focuses on the continuous fermentation systems within industrial biotechnology, addressing process performance, stability, and product consistency.
Location
The workplace is at DTU Lyngby Campus, Denmark.
Eligibility/Qualification
Candidates must possess a two-year master’s degree (120 ECTS points) or equivalent academic level.
Job Description
As a PhD student, you will:
- Conduct literature studies on control systems of fermentation with in-situ product removal.
- Engage in experimental work at the Novonesis fermentation pilot plant.
- Develop process modeling and control design methodologies.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their complete online application no later than June 2, 2026. Applications should be submitted as one PDF file containing:
- A motivational cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English), including an official description of the grading scale.
Last Date to Apply
June 2, 2026, by 23:59 Danish time. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
