Postdoc in Integrating Hyperspectral Imaging and in-line Vision Technology for Improved Concrete Production - DTU Construct

Are you passionate about inline-vision technology in concrete production? 

We’re looking for a full-time Postdoc to join the Digital Building Technology (DBT) section at DTU, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (DTU Construct). In this role, you will integrate advanced vision sensor technologies, materials science principles, and computational image processing methodologies to develop a comprehensive framework for the material characterization. The focus will be on employing hyperspectral imaging techniques to analyse and quantify the physicochemical and structural properties of both individual concrete constituents and the composite material itself at fresh and hardened stages. This position is one out of two postdoc positions granted by Innovation Fund Denmark within the VISTACON project.

Responsibilities
As a part of this project, your responsibilities will encompass the following tasks: 

• Characterisation of concrete and its constituents using state-of-the-art techniques, including rheological characterisations.
• Hyperspectral image acquisition and analysis of concrete and raw materials.
• Build a comprehensive hyperspectral image database and its validated labelled images.
• Close collaboration with the rest of our interdisciplinary team at DTU Construct and Vistacon, particularly the other postdoc position focusing on image analysis using deep learning.  [NR1] 
• Dissemination of your research through publications in “top rank journals of the field” and attendance to conferences.
• Research and teaching efforts at a section and departmental level as appropriate and relevant (e.g., teach and supervise PhD and MSc student projects).

Qualification:

• Background in concrete technology and characterisation.
• Background within image processing, computer vision, or related fields.
• Background within in-line process monitoring or related fields. 
• Furthermore, it is an additional advantage if you have knowledge about deep learning-based image analysis, image modality.

Flexibility is essential. We are looking for a team player who can also work independently, who is motivated to help and be part of a dynamic research environment; and, who has a positive, supportive and creative outlook. We expect you to have good communication and personal interaction skills and to be fluent in English.

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 18 months. 

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information 
Further information may be obtained from Jon Spangenberg (josp@dtu.dk) or Navid Ranjbar (naran@dtu.dk). 

You can read more about Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at www.construct.dtu.dk.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure 
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 13 May 2026 (23:59 Danish time). We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. 

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 
• A video (3-minute max) describing your scientific interests, previous research experience and why you are interested in this position. Please, include a web link for video direct download at the end of your CV document.
• Contact with at least two reference people.

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.

DTU Civil and Mechanical Engineering develops and utilizes science and technical knowledge for the benefit of society and sustainable development. We undertake research, education, innovation, and scientific advice of the highest quality within building design and processes, building construction and safety, building energy and installation, solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, materials technology, manufacturing engineering, engineering design and thermal energy systems. 

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