"Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Software Engineering"

The Centre for Software Technologies (CST), part of the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for one or more full, assistant, and/or associate professor positions in Software Engineering. Positions are available from Spring 2026.

SDU’s new campus in Vejle aims to be a world-class IT research and educational environment, focusing on interactive technology, software engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence. The campus will host research centers and collaborate with industry, welcoming students from 2026.

SDU Centre for Software Technology covers research and education in interactive technology, artificial intelligence, and software engineering. Its vision includes creating breakthroughs, educating engineers, and establishing industry collaborations. The mission involves educating competent engineers, providing access to advanced knowledge, collaborating on innovation, and contributing to human-centered digital transitions.

What we offer: Join a dynamic team building the centre at SDU Vejle. Opportunities include multidisciplinary research, collaborations, teaching programs, a supportive work environment, innovation projects, and career progression (e.g., assistant professor for 3 years, potentially leading to a permanent associate professor position). Benefits include working in Denmark with excellent health and education systems. Learn more about the campus here.

What we expect: A PhD in related fields, a record of research impact, teaching enthusiasm, funding success, collaboration skills, and communication abilities. Relevant subtopics include interactive UI technologies, software reliability, AI for software, and more.

Workplace description: SDU is a young university focused on societal problems. The Faculty of Engineering emphasizes value creation and industry collaboration. The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute is renowned in robotics, AI, and software, with staff and students across campuses. Learn more about the institute at https://www.sdu.dk/en/mmmi.

Application procedure: Submit a motivated application, CV, certificates, publication list, relevant publications, teaching portfolio (for associate/full professors), teaching experience summary (for assistants), research plan (for associates), and other qualifications. All in English PDF format. Deadline: September 9, 2025.

Conditions: Assistant professor is temporary for 3 years; associate and full professor are permanent. Employment requires PhD and relevant qualifications. Further details on assessment, selection, and international staff support are available via SDU resources.