Student Assistants for X-ray CT Data and DANFIX Activities at 3DIM - DTU Physics

Technical University of Denmark · Kongens Lyngby

Are you curious about X-ray imaging, data processing and how computed tomography can reveal the internal structure of materials? Would you like to combine practical data acquisition with analysis and visualization while learning in a research environment?
Then this position at 3DIM could be a great opportunity for you.
As a student assistant at 3DIM, you will contribute to DANFIX activities and work with a broad range of tasks, including:

Acquiring CT data using the imaging facilities in 3DIM
Processing, analysing and visualizing CT data
Supporting tasks related to the operation of DANFIX
Contributing to projects running in DANFIX, for example Motorvej for Materialeviden

What we expect from you
We are looking for students with an interest in data processing and scientific imaging. A background combining physics and computer science is highly relevant, but students from other fields are also encouraged to apply.
Previous experience with CT is not required. Most importantly, you are curious and willing to learn about the methods, instruments and research areas we work with.
Experience with data processing, programming or visualization is an advantage, but we also expect that many of the relevant skills will be developed as part of the job.
We value curiosity, collaboration and a willingness to take on different types of tasks. You should enjoy working with both practical data acquisition and computer-based data processing and be comfortable learning new methods as the work develops.What we offer in return
We provide a varied working environment where you will gain hands-on experience with X-ray CT, data acquisition, data analysis and visualization while working together with researchers and users of the facility.
The positions are approximately 8 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. You can organize your hours in relation to your studies, exams and other commitments.
You will have the opportunity to become familiar with many different types of materials and research questions, and to see how researchers use CT as part of their investigations.
At DTU, you will be part of one of Europe's leading research and educational institutions. You enter an organization that aims to develop knowledge at an international level. You can look forward to a challenging and developing workplace with high professionalism. Of course, we make sure that you get the necessary sparring and competence development at the same time.Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the multi-union collective agreement for the Organisations of Public Employees—Denmark (State) (OAO-S) and the trade union agreement for clerical staff etc. (HK/State). Another option is the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for academic staff employed in technical-administrative positions at DTU (AC TAP): www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures.
Working hours are on average 8 hours per week and can be organized flexibly in relation to holidays, exams, etc. Starting date is according to mutual agreement. The employment runs as long as you are an active student.
The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus. Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 31 October 2026 (23:59 Danish time). Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and documentation for study activity. In the application, we would like to hear a little about you, your competencies and why you are applying for the position.
If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Carsten Gundlach, +45 2238 4241, e-mail: cagu@fysik.dtu.dk. Read more about 4DMAP, 3DIM and DANFIX through DTU's websites.
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 3D Imaging Centre (3DIM) at DTU is a competence centre for X-ray and neutron imaging and is home to DANFIX, the Danish National Facility for Imaging with X-rays. DANFIX provides access to advanced X-ray CT for non-destructive investigations of many different types of materials and objects.Materials Physics in Time and Space (4DMAP) exploits leading expertise in x-ray and neutron science to gain unique insights in hard, soft and biological materials across time and length scales. Advanced measurements and simulation are performed both in-house and at international facilities, e.g. synchrotrons and free-electron lasers. DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences 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, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.

Join 3DIM at DTU Physics as a Student Assistant. Work with CT data acquisition, analysis and visualization, contribute to DANFIX operations and projects, and explore how CT is used to investigate many different materials.

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