The Section for Statistics and Data Analysis is looking for a Research Assistant to join the section, with the aim of strengthening the section’s work within scientific consultancy in statistics and in general data science.

You - the Research Assistant - are particularly expected to do research work within applications of statistics and machine learning in the engineering sciences. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work with affiliated private companies solving or contributing to the solution of problems. The nature of this work will be within the area that in broad terms can be described as data science. You will contribute to the research and teaching in the department, in particular within statistics, probability, and data science, where you will work with dedicated colleagues to gain insight for the benefit of society. To fulfill the position, you must possess solid knowledge of data science. Experience working with data science in a broad range of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is considered an advantage. Broad knowledge within IT infra structure and data bases is considered a plus.

Responsibilities and qualifications

• Provide research based scientific advice for private companies;
• Participating in research within the section, primarily in the areas of applications of statistics and machine learning in the engineering sciences.
• Participate in project management and funding acquisition;
• Facilitate ad-hoc tasks within the section’s responsibilities in teaching and research;
• Contribute to teaching across all our foundational courses in statistics and probability theory.
• Take part in publication of research results.

You should have the following qualifications:

• An education as MSc Eng or statistician;
• Familiarity with applied statistics;
• Have the proven ability to cooperate in cross-disciplinary environments;
• Knowledge of circumstances under which university scientific advice is given to private companies;
• A background within scientific computing, using tools such as R, Julia or Python;
• Knowledge of using data science in relation engineering sciences.
• Be able to communicate efficiently in Danish at the level of a native speaker;
• Be able to work independently and take initiatives within research.
• Possess communication skills to scientific and non-scientific recipients.

As a formal qualification, you must have a master’s degree in engineering or equivalent.

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 Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 1 year. Preferred starting date is 1 October 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 Head of Data Insight Team Camilla Thyregod [email protected] or Head of Section Bo Friis Nielsen [email protected].

You can read more about DTU Compute at www.compute.dtu.dk.

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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 22 July 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)

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

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.

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Location
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Apply Before
2026-07-22T21:59:00+00:00