Research Assistant in Design for Sustainability

Job title: Research Assistant in Design for Sustainability

Company: Aalborg Universitet


Job description: At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Sustainability and Planning, Copenhagen a position as Research Assistant in Design for Sustainability is open for appointment from 1st July 2025 or soon hereafter. The position is available for a period of 24 months.The Department of Sustainability and Planning (PLAN) was established in 1975. Today, we are located in both Aalborg and Copenhagen, by the waterfront. We are a team of over 250 employees, including both academic and administrative staff. We have approximately 1,200 students.
Our research and educational programmes are rooted in sustainability and the green transition. This means we conduct research in circular economy, technology, urban-, energy-, and environmental planning, as well as sustainable transition and design. At PLAN, sustainability is a core tenet of everything we do, be it in environmental assessment and marine management or in surveying and land use, where we focus on nature restoration and climate adaptation.
As society continuously evolves in the digital sphere, we also emphasise responsible technological development, grounded in real-life challenges. Our problem-oriented approach and close collaboration with businesses and public institutions form the foundation of all our educational programmes. Furthermore, our engineering degrees rank among the best in Europe.Job descriptionThe position is affiliated with the research group Design for Sustainability (DfS). The DfS research group takes a designerly approach in addressing challenges of Sustainable Development concerning health and well-being, clean energy, and responsible consumption and production. The vision of the DfS research group is to contribute to circular and sustainable transition processes through innovative and action-oriented research that contributes to methods and frameworks in the emerging field of Design for Sustainability.
The scientific assistant’s research will contribute to a better understanding of technical competences. DfS’s research is based on close collaboration with external stakeholders: businesses, public authorities and institutions, civil society organisations, and citizens. Research areas will be within Design for Sustainability field covering specifically scientific development in the integration of technical engineering sciences and sustainability, circular economy and design (with special emphasis on food and waste), and design for sustainable transitions.
Teaching will primarily be in Bæredygtigt Design (Sustainable Design – bachelor taught in Danish) and Sustainable Design (at master level which is taught in English), but also in other study programmes at the University.
Preferred applicants have documented research experience on sustainable transition and engineering design. We are looking for candidates with a Master of Science in Engineering. Experience from working with Danish businesses and public authorities is an advantage. The successful candidate must have a high level of English language and communication skills, both in writing and verbally. Experience with problem-based learning, project supervision and coordination of teaching activities is an advantage. Teaching experience.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)
• List of publications. You may attach a maximum of five publications (optional). If you are applying for a position at The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH), you must submit a co-author statement, see
• Documentation of teaching qualifications (optional). Depending on which faculty you are applying for employment, please see

or . If this is not enclosed, the applicant must enclose the reasons for this . * 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 .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.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 processThe appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process .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 and and .Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with andAalborg University – Knowledge for the worldAalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen. Type of employment: temporary position | Contract type: full time | Number of positions: 1 | Full-time equivalent: 37 timer | City: København | County: Hovedstaden | Country: Denmark | Reference number: 2025/137 | Contact: Lektor Andres Valderrama Pineda , HR Support , | Published: 2025-05-19 | Last application date: 2025-06-02

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Location: København

Job date: Wed, 21 May 2025 03:14:00 GMT

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