Research Assistant at the PtX test Facilities

This is a 1–year position from 15 Sep 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. 

You will become part of a dedicated project team, operating and developing our research facilities, with special emphasis on the eSMR (electrified steam methane reformer) and high-pressure/high-temperature electrolyser plants for producing renewable fuels from biogas and electricity.

More specifically, you will be involved in the daily operation of our pilot plants, including modification of utilities and equipment, operation of the plant, preparing and executing experiments, and data crunching and analysis from the plant.

The position relates to projects funded by the Energy Technology Development and Demonstration Program, conducted in close collaboration with Topsoe A/S and other industrial partners.

• Degree in chemical engineering, process engineering, or similar
• Solid knowledge of chemical processes and process technology
• Good skills in analysis, interpretation, and communication of experimental results
• Aptitude for hands-on work, including technical troubleshooting, modification of equipment etc.
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction, and within a team environment.
• Fluency in English – written and oral

• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in process control and PLC programming.
• Good working knowledge of electrical system
• Experience working on pilot/industrial plants

The Institute of Biological and Chemical Engineering (BCE) has strong research sections in Environmental Engineering and Materials & Process Engineering. Close collaboration with our neighboring Departments (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Molecular Biology & Genetics, iNano, Biosciences, Food, Agroecology, and Chemistry) is a natural part of our culture. The successful applicant will be working with Chemical Engineering and will produce and disseminate knowledge and research results. Translation of results into solving relevant societal challenges is a highly prioritized part of our work.

In AU Viborg, BCE runs a test facility for research within biological and chemical energy conversion technology, with special emphasis on different power-to-x technologies. The facility hosts experimental facilities of different scales, ranging from lab scale to several pilot scale facilities, enabling research into upscaling chemical and biological processes. With more than a decade as a hub for the development and demonstration of technologies at different industrial scales and readiness level, the site’s flexible utility setup enables easy integration of technologies for stand-alone testing, as well as testing of combinations of technologies. Utilities include cooling, biogas storage, gas supply infrastructure (Biogas, H2, CO2), gas flare, etc., and the facility is supported by an operational organization including trained operators and a safety organization.
https://bce.au.dk/en/research/facilities/power-to-x-test-facility

The successful candidate is offered:

• Possibility to contribute to solutions for issues of high importance and focus for society.
• Possibility to gain valuable experience in an area of increasing importance.
• Becoming part of a research area, department, and environment in fast development
• A working environment characterized by cross-disciplinarily and teamwork.
• A workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.

The place of work is PtX test facilities at AU Viborg (Burrehøjvej 43, DK-8830 Tjele, Denmark.)

Further information about the position may be obtained from:

• Thomas Lundgaard- Project Manager ([email protected], +45 29 16 31 35) or
• Dr. Behzad Partoon- Researcher ([email protected], +45 22 52 16 59).

Applications must be received no later than 30th June 2023.