Project Manager: Make AI research work in Danish companies - DTU Compute

Would you translate world-class research into concrete value for Danish companies?

DTU Compute seeks an experienced project manager who will lead and develop our programs for collaboration between companies and the institute's researchers within AI and digitalisation. You will be responsible for strengthening our upskilling and for programs such as AI Denmark and AI Boost.

The position stems from DTU's new strategy, "Til Gavn For Samfundet". Your task is to help turn the strategy into reality: More companies using AI and digital technologies responsibly to create new products and solutions.

The job - from research to business

You drive the programs from idea to result and work closely with researchers, colleagues at the institute and the rest of DTU as well as external partners such as other universities, knowledge institutions, authorities and companies. We seek a capable and experienced project manager who in close collaboration with colleagues must:

• Lead the collaboration programs , including AI Denmark and AI Boost: Recruit companies, match them with researchers and facilitate the courses.
• Strengthen upskilling : Contribute to facilitating, developing and selling courses and competence programs together with our researchers and partners.
• Contribute to obtaining external funding from foundations, companies and strategic partnerships.
• Make the impact visible of the institute's research and innovation, including through tech events and other knowledge dissemination.

Our expectations of you - an experienced project manager with a view for both research and market

You have a long higher education degree and at least 5-6 years' experience with innovation, upskilling or business development at the intersection of university and industry. In addition we expect that you:

• Have led company programs or development projects with many parties and can bring them safely to completion.
• Understand corporate needs and can translate them into collaborations that create value for both company and researcher.
• Know research and innovation funding, e.g., Innovationsfonden, Industriens Fond and EU framework programmes. It is an advantage if you have secured funds yourself.
• Build networks easily, are proactive and get things done.
• Maintain overview when many tasks run simultaneously.
• Have insight into and interest in AI and digital transformation.
• Communicate confidently in Danish and English in writing and speech.

What we offer you - great responsibility in a small, strong team

You will become part of DTU Compute's Innovation Section, which consists of a section head and four-five skilled colleagues. We work closely together to create value for both industry and our researchers.

At DTU you will be part of a university where knowledge and education with a global perspective are central. New technology, innovation and the will to create something that can benefit us all are the cornerstones of DTU. We value high professional standards, and you will be expected to continuously develop yourself in step with your responsibility. A natural part of your new job will thus be high professional competence, your own development and responsible freedom to act.

We offer flexibility, focus on collaboration and knowledge sharing – and a work environment where it is both fun and meaningful to go to work.

Salary and terms of employment

Salary and terms of employment in accordance with the collective agreement for academics in the state. There may also be negotiation of allowances in accordance with DTU's pay structure for AC TAP: www.inside.dtu.dk/human-resources/under-ansaettelsen/loen/loenstrukturer .

You are employed as Special Consultant. The position is 37 hours and is desired to be filled by January 1, 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus.

The position refers to Head of Innovation for DTU Compute, Mark Riis, who is responsible for the institute's overall innovation efforts and strategy.

Application and contact

We must receive your online application no later than October 23, 2026 . Open the link "Apply now", where you fill in the application form and attach a motivated application, CV and certificates.

If you want more information about the position, you are welcome to contact Mark August Riis, Head of Innovation, 61396354, [email protected] , DTU Compute. Read more about DTU Compute here: www.compute.dtu.dk .

Applications received after the application deadline will not be considered.

All interested regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic origin are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, there are special rules for security and export control, and open source background checks may be performed on qualified candidates for the position.

DTU Compute

DTU Compute – Department of Mathematics and Computer Science – is an internationally recognized academic environment with over 400 employees and 10 research sections. We cover broadly the digital technologies within mathematics, data science, computer science and computer engineering, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, Internet of Things (IoT), chip design, cybersecurity, human-computer interaction, social networks, fairness and data ethics.

Our research is anchored in fundamental research and centers on mathematical models of the physical and virtual world, as the basis for analysis, design and implementation of complex systems. We focus on ensuring that research results contribute to creating a better society by supporting areas such as health, green transition, energy supply and life science.

We collaborate with universities, public and private organizations and companies in Denmark and abroad, and through DTU's startup ecosystem we encourage innovation and entrepreneurship. We have a strong ethical, humane and sustainable approach that ensures integrity in our work.

Therefore we strive for and take joint responsibility for driving the democratisation of digital technologies, so that everyone has the opportunity to actively participate in development, and we ensure an open, democratic and inclusive society for the benefit of all. At DTU Compute we value diversity, inclusion and a flexible balance between work and private life. Read more here: www.compute.dtu.dk .

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829

DTU is one of Europe's leading technical elite universities. With research and education of international top class, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and contribute to securing Europe's global leading position in sustainable technology development. Since H.C. Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has been the same: We develop and exploit natural science and technical science for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students and 6,500 employees.

We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, developmental and informal work culture. DTU has campuses across Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities worldwide.