Part time assistant - digital research data tools - DTU Bioengineering

Do you enjoy building web apps and want to put your skills to work on real research challenges — all while creating accessible and well-designed tools?

The Department of Biomedicine and Biotechnology (DTU Bioengineering) is dedicated to advancing research through robust data governance and stewardship. Our team is committed to ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and security of research data, which is crucial for driving innovation and maintaining the highest standards of scientific research. We are seeking a motivated and talented part time assistant to join our team. This role will involve contributing to the development of a system that enhances data quality and integrity, directly supporting our research community.

The job
As a part time assistant, you will play a vital role in our data governance efforts, helping to develop tools that ensure compliance with data standards and facilitate collaboration across the department. 

Responsibilities

• Develop a minimal web application for creating and updating data management plans.
• Integrate secure user authentication and create a workflow for supervisor approval in the application.
• Implement version control to manage data records.
• Ensure the web interface adheres to design and accessibility standards of both DTU and DTU Bioengineering.
• Develop a dashboard for monitoring data submissions and approvals.

Our expectations of you
We are seeking a motivated assistant with a keen interest in digital technologies and a proactive mindset. You should be comfortable navigating technical environments, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a team working at the intersection of IT, accessibility, and research support. We imagine that you are currently enrolled in a relevant degree program (e.g., Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or similar) or alternatively have similar experience from prior jobs or personal projects.

Requirements:

• Experience with web development tool stacks from academic or personal projects, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python (e.g., Django, Flask).
• Familiarity with Git for version control, as well as with Microsoft 365, cloud computing platforms, and Entra ID
• Understanding of accessibility standards and good design practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interested in accessibility and good design practices.
• Passionate about building digital tools that make a real impact in research and science.
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and eager to learn new technologies

What we offer in return
At DTU Bioengineering, you'll join a dedicated team focused on improving research data infrastructure and advancing data management practices. This role places you within DTU, one of Europe's leading research and educational institutions, renowned for its vibrant and internationally recognized environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning are central.

We foster an inclusive and approachable work culture that promotes mutual respect and shared learning. You can look forward to a flexible and collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional development is supported through meaningful projects. This position offers 8 flexible working hours per week, between 8 am and 4 pm.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC), or in accordance with the OAO-S Joint Agreement and the organization agreement for IT employees (Prosa) in the service of the state.

The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus. Working hours are on average 8 hours per week and can be organized flexibly in relation to holidays, exams, etc. The starting date is 1 November 2025 or by mutual agreement.

• Application and contact
• Please submit your online application no later than 3 October 2025. Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates.
• For more information about the position, please contact Senior Data Strategy Officer, Ajuna Azad, at ajuaza@dtu.dk 
• You can read more about the department at www.bioengineering.dtu.dk

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.

About DTU Bioengineering: The Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine (DTU Bioengineering) is an international leader in biotechnology and biomedicine. We focus on the needs of the life-science industry and are oriented towards innovation, new companies, and scientific services for the benefit of society. The department has extensive collaboration with national and international research units and industry. DTU Bioengineering has approximately 400 employees, of which 2/3 are scientific staff. The department's address is at DTU Lyngby Campus.

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.