Postdoctoral Position in Hydrogen Production by Plasma Electrolysis Full-time NEW

Postdoctoral Position in Hydrogen Production by Plasma Electrolysis

The Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Aarhus University, invites applications for a postdoctoral position on hydrogen production by advanced plasma electrolysis, and join an international consortium to help Denmark achieve its national and European climate goals. The position is based at AU Viborg and are expected to begin on 1 July 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The postdoctoral researcher will play a central role in establishing Denmark's first demonstration of an advanced plasma-assisted electrolyser for producing hydrogen from biofuels at Aarhus University's Viborg campus. Working at the intersection of plasma engineering, catalysis, and renewable energy systems, the postdoc will lead experimental design, reactor operation, and data analysis for the integrated plasma–membrane system. The position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with leading industrial and academic partners to deliver groundbreaking results in sustainable hydrogen and carbon production.

The postdoctoral researcher will lead the scientific research activities related to the testing, operation, and optimization of the advanced plasma reactor installed at the Aarhus University biogas plant and a smaller lab-based experimental system. The position acts as the central technical and experimental link between the project partners —plasma system provider, membrane purification systems, energy analysis, output users — to deliver validated data on hydrogen production efficiency, process stability, and carbon valorisation.

The successful candidates will become part of a collaborative and international environment within the Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering (BCE) at Aarhus University. The positions are mainly based at AU Viborg, home to BCE's mid-TRL experimental facilities, which support the development and testing of sustainable technologies on pilot scale. Depending on the position, the work will involve a combination of experimental research, process simulation, reactor operation, and system-level optimization.

We are looking for candidates with strong academic backgrounds and a passion for sustainable, green energy processes and plasma process development. The positions require the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, scientific integrity, and a proactive attitude toward research, engineering, and knowledge sharing.

Applicants must submit their applications no later than 12 May 2026. For general inquiries about the postdoc position, please contact: jwph@bce.au.dk. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities. Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Associations.