Postdoc in high performance computing modelling of new magnetic composites – DTU Energy

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Postdoc in high performance computing modelling of new magnetic composites – DTU Energy

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Danmarks Tekniske Universitet

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Job Category: VIP BJob Description:At the Technical University of Denmark, Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy) we are looking for a postdoc to work on novel modeling of new magnetic composites using high performance computing techniques.205 years ago, the founder of the Technical University of Denmark, Prof. H.C. Ørsted, discovered electromagnetism. Since Ørsted’s initial discovery, magnets have become omni-present in our daily life, and they are essential in the green transition as the main components in wind turbines and electric motors in e.g. electric cars. However, the strongest magnets today contain rare-earth metals, which are associated with uncertain supply chains, pollution due to mining, and geopolitical issues. Therefore, research on alternative rare-earth-free magnets is a top priority and paramount for green and sustainable growth.In a large research project funded by Carlsberg Foundation’s Semper Ardens Advance grant, we will investigate if we can realize a new heavy-rare-earth-free permanent magnet through a nanocomposite of magnetic materials. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) will model such magnets while our partners at Aarhus University and at DTU Physics will work on the synthesis and characterization of the nano-composite magnets.Responsibilities and qualifications
For this modelling project, we are looking for a postdoc to further develop high performance computing numerical methods in our state-of-the-art open source micromagnetic model, MagTense. MagTense is based on a core implemented in the Fortran programming language, and it relies on the platform CUDA for parallelization of the computation over several GPUs’ cores, and has interfaces with Matlab and Python for ease of use. However, powerful as it is, MagTense is at present limited in its capability to model complicated magnetic systems for two reasons. First, all magnetic sources in a simulation interact, leading to computational resources scaling with the number of sources squared – which is inherently problematic numerically. Secondly, the differential equation used to evolve a magnetic system forward in time might be stiff, thus requiring special numerical techniques.You will research and realize numerical techniques that can be used to solve or alleviate the above problems and use your developed methods to model and determine the ideal nano-composites. In collaboration with Aarhus University, you will get to validate your modelling results against experiments. You will also get to supervise a PhD-student hired on a similar topic. Your techniques will be published in the open source MagTense framework, and will be used in powering future beyond-state-of-the-art simulations within magnetism.Qualified applicants must have:

• PhD degree in physics, astronomy, engineering, computer science or similar.
• Experience with Fortran or other compiled software languages
• Experience with high performance numerical methods and parallelization
• Experience with writing and publishing scientific articles.
• Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (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 Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.The period of employment is 3 years. DTU allows a maximum of 6 years in total of postdoc employment, and of these a maximum of 4 years in total of postdoc employment at DTU. This does not included periods of leave.Starting date is Autumn 2025 (or according to mutual agreement).You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Rasmus Bjørk, +45 46 77 58 95,You can read more about DTU Energy atIf you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at .Application procedureYour complete online application must be submitted no later than 13 June 2025 (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/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

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.The Department of Energy Conversion and Storage (DTU Energy) focuses on research and development of functional materials, components, and systems for sustainable energy technologies. The technologies include fuel cells, electrolysis, power-to-x, batteries, and carbon capture. The research is based on strong competences on electrochemistry, atomic scale and multi-physics modelling, autonomous materials discovery, materials processing, and structural analyses. We also focus on educating engineering students at all levels, ranging from BSc, MSc, PhD to lifelong learning students. We have about 300 dedicated employees. Read more about us at .Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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Location

Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden – Lyngby, Midtjylland

Job date

Wed, 14 May 2025 23:27:37 GMT

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