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PhD Candidate – Hydrogen and Industrial Decarbonization Pathways

The PhD candidate will join a multidisciplinary research environment at the intersection of energy economics, industrial economics, operations research, and energy systems analysis.

The position is affiliated with FME HYDROGENi, the Norwegian Research and Innovation Centre for Hydrogen and Ammonia. The centre brings together 46 research and industry partners to develop the knowledge, technologies, and solutions needed to support a sustainable hydrogen economy and contribute to Norway’s ambitions for climate neutrality and industrial transformation. FME HYDROGENi conducts research across the hydrogen value chain, including hydrogen production, transport and storage, industrial and maritime applications, safety, and the broader role of hydrogen in future energy systems. The centre is funded by the Research Council of Norway through the Centres for Environment-friendly Energy Research (FME) programme and operates during the period 2022-2030

The PhD candidate will be hosted at the Managerial Economics, Finance and Operations Research (BEDØK) group at the Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management. The group is one of Norway’s leading academic environments in operations research, logistics, optimization, and quantitative decision support. The candidate will work in close collaboration with researchers from NTNU’s Department of Computer Science and Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population’s collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values ​​are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. 

We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. 

If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time.

At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality. (delete if not applicable)

In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 580 000,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. 

The period of employment is 3 years. The position is connected to the PhD program at the Faculty of Economics and Management, and the faculty will be your employer. Appointment to a PhD position requires that you are admitted to the PhD programme in Industrial Economics and Technology Management within three months of employment, and that you participate in an organized PhD programme during the employment period.

Trondheim is the workplace. For necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to be in conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed.
Any statutory leave will be added to the employment period.

As an employee at NTNU, it is important to stay updated on professional and organizational changes and adapt to these.

A public applicant list with names, ages, job titles, and municipalities of residence will be prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to reserve yourself from being included on the public applicant list, this must be justified. The assessment will be made in accordance with applicable laws. You will be notified if the reservation is not accepted.

Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is Norway’s technology capital with a population of over 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens, and general equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized childcare is readily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers excellent educational opportunities (including international schools) and opportunities to enjoy nature, culture, and family life, with low crime rates and clean air quality.

Questions about the position can be directed to Professor Asgeir Tomasgard (asgeir.tomasgard @ntnu.no) or Professor Anne Neumann (anne.neumann@ntnu.no).

If you have any questions regarding the employment process, please contact HR Advisor Oddny Lyngvær at oddny.lyngvar@ntnu.no.

An application including attachments should be sent electronically through www.jobbnorge.no

Application deadline: 11.12.2026

NTNU – knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management

We conduct research and teaching at an international level in the interface between technology/natural sciences and economics, management, and HSE (health, safety and the environment). Our goal is sustainable creation of value within technology-based areas in industry, business and the public sector in Norway. We have academic groups in Trondheim and Gjøvik. The Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management is one of four departments in the Faculty of Economics and Management.