Postdoc in Circular manufacturing

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science (ENG), Department of Materials and Production at Aalborg University, a position as Postdoc. in Circular Manufacturing is open for appointment from 01.09.2025 or soon hereafter. The duration of the position is 2 years.

The Department of Materials and Production (MP) is a wide-ranging research and educational environment at Aalborg University. The Department’s mission is to meet the future’s demands for new materials and production systems by directing the whole value chain from basic material understanding, materials’ applications in mechanical constructions, industrial production and management. The Department features several strong, international, and innovative research groups that comprise everything from basic science to strategic and applied research. The activities encompass research and education in materials, mechanics, physics, production techniques, robotics, industrial management, and innovation. The laboratory facilities are world-class, and research activities are often in collaboration with industry.

The position will be within the research group Mass Customization in close collaboration with the Center for Industrial Production. The position is on the main Aalborg campus.

Job description

The PostDoc is part of a large research project on Circular Manufacturing, funded by the Danish Industry Foundation. The project aims to establish a national lab-based testbed on circular manufacturing, creating multiple demonstrators on how technologies aid in operationalizing circular manufacturing. This includes e.g. developing effective methods for managing End-of-Life (EOL) products, decision-making models for recovering, refurbishing, and reusing components from returned products, creating product and component traceability, effective disassembly processes, material grading, and automatization of remanufacturing processes. The project will work closely with several industrial partners to develop operational solutions and real-world impact.  

The work will commence in collaboration with a dedicated team of experienced researchers, lab engineers, and PhD students associated with the project, and in collaboration with researchers at partner university and a private company facilitating innovation activities.

To this end, we seek candidates who are enthusiastic about circular manufacturing, are motivated by driving change in industry, and with experience in research within one or preferably more of the following topics is desired:

• Circular manufacturing systems
• Systems modelling, manufacturing systems, value chains or supply chains.

Enterprise IT systems

• Manufacturing Innovation
• Learning Factorie
• Product circularity or remanufacturing

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will conduct high-quality research, emphasizing innovative solutions for manufacturing systems. You will be expected to balance applied industrial engagement with a strong research focus. Publishing research findings in leading international journals and conferences is a central aspect of the role.

The ideal candidate will also be involved in various teaching responsibilities. This will include delivering lectures in both undergraduate and graduate programs, specifically within the B.Sc. ENG programs in Global Business Engineering, as well as M.Sc. programs in Management Engineering. And supervising student projects at both bachelor's and master's levels, providing guidance and mentorship to develop the next generation of engineers. 

Qualification requirements 

Appointment as PostDoc. presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. 

Required qualifications: 

• PhD in a relevant research area, such as e.g. Manufacturing Engineering, Management Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field
• Strong research potential demonstrated through publications
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)

Desired

• Industry collaboration experience
• Knowledge of Danish or willingness to learn

The application must contain the following:

• A statement outlining your reasons for applying and your intentions and visions for the position.
• Your curriculum vitae, including personal data, educational background, scientific qualifications, dissemination skills, participation in committees and boards, and additional qualifications relevant for the position.
• Copies of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and PhD).
• A complete list of publications.
• References/recommendations.

An academic assessment committee will assess all candidates. 

Who we are

The Department of Materials and Production (MP) is a wide-ranging research and educational environment at Aalborg University. The Department's mission is to meet the future's demands for new materials and production systems by directing the whole value chain from basic material understanding to materials' applications in mechanical construction, industrial production, and management. The department has several strong, international, and innovative research groups that comprise everything from basic science to strategic and applied research. The activities encompass research and education within materials, mechanics, physics, production, and industrial management and innovation.

Several innovative and unconventional collaborations have been and are being developed through interdisciplinary cooperation, benefiting the industry and additional collaborators. As an employee at the department, you will become part of an international research environment focusing on innovation, knowledge sharing/building, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

The Department’s activities are supported by world-class laboratories and an important part of the research being done at the department. Specifically in relation to this position we have facilities for synthesis and characterization of materials covering the range from the atomic scale in the cleanroom and materials labs to fabrication of components and devices.

What we offer

At Aalborg University, we provide a comprehensive package designed to support your success and wellbeing. Your compensation includes a competitive salary under the Danish collective agreement for state-employed academics, along with extensive benefits including pension, generous vacation allowance, and comprehensive parental leave policies. As a faculty member, you'll receive substantial support for research activities, conference participation, and professional development while working in a dynamic international environment emphasizing work-life balance and collaborative innovation. For international candidates, we offer language training and support with practical matters. Based in Aalborg, a modern city known for its high quality of life, you'll enjoy excellent public services, a vibrant cultural scene, and a safe, family-friendly environment with easy access to nature, creating an ideal setting for professional and personal growth.

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 and PhD diploma) 
• List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of ten publications. If you are applying for a position at The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH), you must submit a co-author statement, see template for co-author statement 
• Documentation of teaching qualifications. Depending on which faculty you are applying for employment, please see guidelines for teaching portfolio at The Technical Faculty of IT and Design, The Faculty of Engineering and Science and The Faculty of Medicine or guidelines for teaching portfolio at The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. 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 here.    

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 process here   

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here.  

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 Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish). 

Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (only in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (only in Danish).