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The Department of Ecoscience at Aarhus University invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in Biodiversity Monitoring and Conservation Genetics. **Position Details** This is a 2-year position starting February 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. **Role Overview** This position focuses on developing and applying genetic and genomic approaches to biodiversity research, integrating environmental DNA (eDNA) and molecular tools with ecological data to enhance biodiversity assessment, detect environmental changes, and inform conservation decisions. The successful candidate will expand the use of genetics and genomics within biodiversity research, bridging molecular biology, ecology, bioinformatics, and environmental science across multiple taxonomic groups. The postdoctoral researcher will collaborate closely with the newly formed Genetic Agrobiodiversity Unit at the Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics (QGG), extending current biodiversity monitoring projects into population genetics, metagenomics, eDNA-based monitoring, and phylogenomics. This role offers opportunities to develop independent research within biodiversity monitoring, ecological assessment, and molecular ecology while contributing to large-scale biodiversity assessments and methodological development. **Required Qualifications** - PhD in ecology, population or conservation genetics, evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, or related field - Strong interest in biodiversity research, innovative monitoring, and ecosystem change - Demonstrated skills in several of the following areas: - Population genetics, evolutionary genomics, or molecular ecology - Biodiversity assessment and ecological data analysis - Environmental DNA (eDNA) or other molecular biodiversity tools - Bioinformatics and statistical analyses (R, Python) - Fieldwork experience in ecological or environmental sampling - Scientific publishing and project coordination **About the Department** The Department of Ecoscience conducts innovative research in aquatic biology and ecology, Arctic environments, biodiversity, conservation biology, and wildlife management. With approximately 300 academic and technical staff and numerous PhD students, the department provides a supportive, internationally engaged scientific environment within the Section for Freshwater Ecology. We prioritize work-life balance, curiosity, and trust while offering interesting challenges and collaborative opportunities. **What We Offer** - Well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories, and shared equipment access - Interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities across Ecoscience focus groups and QGG - Mentorship and support for developing independent research directions - Grant writing and professional development support - Professional workplace emphasizing equality and healthy work-life balance **Location** Positions available at either the main campus in Aarhus (C.F. Møllers Allé 3, 8000 Aarhus C) or Roskilde facilities (Frederiksborgvej 399, DK 4000 Roskilde, approximately 40 km from Copenhagen). **Application Requirements** Applications must be submitted in English and include: - Curriculum vitae - Degree certificates - Complete publications list - Statement of future research plans and research activities - Teaching portfolio and verified teaching experience (if applicable) Applications undergo shortlisting, with selected candidates evaluated by an expert assessment committee. Applicants will be notified of their status and committee composition, with opportunities to comment on their assessment. **Application Deadline** December 12, 2025 **Additional Information** Salary determined by seniority according to collective labor agreements. Research activities evaluated relative to actual research time, with consideration for career breaks. Aarhus University offers comprehensive services for international researchers and families, including relocation assistance and career counseling. A Junior Researcher Development Programme supports postdoctoral career development. Applications must be submitted through Aarhus University's recruitment system, accessible via the job advertisement on the university website.
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The Department of Political Science at Aarhus University invites applications for a 2-year full-time postdoctoral position. The postdoc will work on a research project financed by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. The project is entitled "Local Policy Customization in a Double Democracy" (DOUBLEDEM) and focuses on how subnational politics customizes national policies. The project is headed by Professor Peter Bjerre Mortensen. Starting date is 1 February 2025. **Project Overview** DOUBLEDEM is aimed at offering three key contributions to the literature on intergovernmental relationships: 1) a new theory on local policy customization of national policy building on the concept of customization from the EU literature; 2) a new measure of national policy to systematically map – over time and across policy areas – the demands that national regulation imposes on local governments; and 3) a new measure of local policy to empirically examine local policy customization across subnational units of governments and policy areas. The postdoc is expected to contribute to all three parts of the project, and to be main responsible for a new measure of local policy customization. The postdoc is expected to work closely with Professor Peter Bjerre Mortensen but will also to some extent have opportunities to finish or pursue own research projects. In addition to the outlined research tasks, the position entails teaching the equivalent of one course per year. **Your Qualifications** Applicants are expected to hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in political science, preferably with a focus on central-government relationships in Denmark since the empirical case of the project is Denmark. In addition, applicants are expected to possess the following qualifications: - Demonstrated intimate knowledge of intergovernmental research - Demonstrated competence in and practical experience with case study research on local policy customization - Fluency in the Danish language since much of the research will be based on process studies of Danish municipalities **Who We Are** With around 130 academic staff members and 40 PhD students, the Department of Political Science is among Europe's largest political science departments. The research at the department covers most political science disciplines, including public administration, and represents a variety of methodological approaches. We are among Europe's highest-ranked departments, and our broad research profile enables us to focus on societal problems as they appear in the national and international political arena. This allows us to contribute actively to the development of the discipline. We offer a lively and ambitious research and teaching environment characterized by pluralism and openness. We expect active participation in the activities of the department, which includes being present at the department at least three days per week. The Department of Political Science is part of Aarhus BSS, Aarhus University – a top 100 university. Aarhus BSS has achieved the triple-crown AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS accreditations. **Place of Work** Department of Political Science, Bartholins Allé 7, DK-8000 Aarhus C **International Applicants** Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. **Terms of Employment** The appointment is made in accordance with the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities as well as the circular on the Collective Agreement for Academics Employed by the State (in Danish). The job content and qualification requirements are described in further detail in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities. **Application Requirements** When you apply for this position it is mandatory to attach the following: - Application - Curriculum Vitae (You are encouraged to declare any periods of leave without research activity, including, for example, maternity leave, since your research activities are assessed in relation to your actual research time) - Education (diploma for master's, PhD and possibly higher doctoral degree) - List of publications (the enclosed publications must be clearly marked on the list of publications) - Publications (Up to three publications can be included in the application. In the event of several authors the publications must be accompanied by a co-author statement concerning the applicant's share of the collaborative work with the consent of the co-authors) - Teaching portfolio Materials which cannot be uploaded together with the application may be submitted in three copies to Aarhus BSS HR & PhD, A
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The Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies, School of Culture and Society, Faculty of Arts, Aarhus University invites applications for a 21 months fixed-term postdoctoral position in radiocarbon dating and Bayesian modelling. The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to an ongoing research project, “Milestone”, headed by Associate Professor Sarah Croix. The appointment begins on 1 April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. Place of work will be Aarhus University, Moesgaard Allé 20, 8270 Højbjerg. The university is keen for its staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified applicants regardless of their personal background. Research context We are looking for an innovative scholar with a background in archaeology and radiocarbon dating, preferably with experience in Bayesian modelling. The postdoc will be part of a research group with other postdoctoral researchers and associated senior scholars. “Milestone” (2025-2028) addresses significant change in archaeology and its impact on the lived life of past communities and individuals by tracking down milestones in the development of the burial site of Lindholm Høje, Denmark, throughout the first millennium CE. The project is based at Aarhus University, School of Culture and Society, and supported by collaborations with the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), the Aarhus AMS Center, Nordjyske Museer and the Anthropological Laboratory, University of Copenhagen. The project is supported by a Carlsberg Foundation’s Semper Ardens Accelerate grant. The successful applicant is expected to participate in project activities (workshops, project group meetings) and in departmental activities at the Department of Culture and Society including lectures, seminars and workshops. Additionally, tasks related to the position will be conducted at the Aarhus AMS Center, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Aarhus University, under the supervision of Jesper Olsen. The position The successful applicant is expected to produce independent work as well as contribute to research activities in the framework of the research project. Applicants are asked to submit: An up-to-date academic CV with a complete list of publications A concise statement of motivation for applying for the position indicating how their experience relates to the tasks to be conducted in the position [maximum one page] A maximum of two publications Documentation of any teaching experience The successful applicant will be expected to: Conduct analyses pertaining to radiocarbon dating on multiple types of materials, though predominantly human and animal bone (both cremated and uncremated bone) from Lindholm Høje, following international scientific and ethical standards and the procedures at AARAMS Produce a refined chronology of the site using Bayesian modelling, including radiocarbon dates as well as other types of chronological evidence (stratigraphy, site formation, stylistic dating of artefacts) Engage in a constructive dialogue with project partners concerning the implications of the results for the interpretation of burial practices and social change at the site Present their work at international meetings and publish their results in peerreviewed, international scientific journals as well as in the site monograph in collaboration with the project group Coorganize two research workshops at Aarhus University Teaching The position will involve a very small amount of teaching at the Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies as agreed upon with the Head of the Department and the projects’ PI Sarah Croix. Qualifications Applicants for this position must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in archaeology, bioarchaeology or a related field. Applicants must document: Doctoral-level experience of conducting research on chronology, temporalities and dynamics in past societies from an archaeological perspective Extensive experience in radiocarbon dating methods (sample preparation and interpretation of radiocarbon results) Experience in Bayesian modelling or a strong motivation to acquire the necessary skills to conduct both analyses and interpretation A good knowledge of the archaeology of Northwestern Europe in the first millennium CE, especially its burial practices A methodological and structured approach to work in research Flexibility, good collaborative skills and the ability to work independently An international research profile or potential to achieve such a profile Fluency in written and spoken English, and the willingness to acquaint themselves with Danish if they do not already have the necessary Danish skills The research activities will be evaluated in relation to the actual research time. We therefore encourage applicants to specify any periods of leave they may have had without research activities (e.g. maternity/paternity leave), so we can subtract these periods from the span of their academic career when evaluating their productivity. Please upload a maximum of two publications alongside your application. Only submitted publications will be assessed; a list of publications is not sufficient. As a result, applications without submitted publications will not be assessed. Shortlists may be prepared with the candidates that have been selected for a detailed academic assessment. A committee set up by the head of school is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidates. Professional references or recommendations should not be included. Applicants who are selected for an interview may be asked to provide professional references. The application must be submitted in English For further information about the position, please contact Sarah Croix (marksc@cas.au.dk) For further information about the application procedure, please contact HR supporter Gerd Bech Thomsen (gebeth@au.dk) International applicants International applicants are encouraged to check Family and work-life balance and Attractive working conditions for further information about the benefits of working at Aarhus University and in Denmark, including healthcare, paid holidays and, if relevant, maternity/paternity leave, childcare and schooling. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including a relocation service and career counselling for expat partners. For information about taxation, see Taxation aspects of international researchers’ employment by AU. The work environment The Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies At the Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies and its associated Research Programme Materials, Culture and Heritage (MCH), we are concerned with people and the environment and culture and society from the earliest to modern times. On the basis of fieldwork and library and laboratory studies, including anthropology, history and a variety of scientific approaches, the programme investigates and challenges our understanding of the past and its role in the present. The MCH Research Programme at Aarhus University has an international profile and strong research networks. The environment is versatile and cross-disciplinary, and the academic staff’s research competences span a broad range of topics and approaches to archaeology and heritage. For a more detailed description please visit this website. The School of Culture and Society At the School of Culture and Society, the object of research and teaching is the interplay between culture and society in time and space: - From the traditional disciplines of the humanities and theology to applied social research - From Antiquity to the issues facing contemporary societies - From local questions to global challenges The school’s ambition is to produce compelling research with an international resonance as well as to offer teaching and talent development of the highest quality. The school has a broad cooperative interface with society as a whole, both in Denmark and abroad, and contributes to social innovation, research communication and further and continuing education. For further information about the school, please see http://cas.au.dk/en/. Qualification requirements Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent academic qualifications. Formalities The Faculty of Arts refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities (the Appointment Order). Appointments shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities. Further information on the application and supplementary materials may be found in Application Guidelines. The application must outline the applicant's motivation for applying for the position, attaching a curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio, a complete list of published works, copies of degree certificates and examples of academic production (mandatory, but no more than two examples). Please upload this material electronically along with your application. Aarhus University also offers a junior researcher development programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. If nothing else is noted, applications must be submitted in English. The application deadline is at 11.59 pm Danish time (same as Central European Time) on the deadline day. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. Shortlists may be prepared with the candidates that have been selected for a detailed academic assessment. A committee set up by the head of school is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidates. See this link for further information about shortlisting at the Faculty of Arts: shortlisting Faculty of Arts The Faculty of Arts is one of five main academic areas at Aarhus University. The faculty contributes to Aarhus University's research, talent development, knowledge exchange and degree programmes. With its 700 academic staff members, 200 PhD students, 9,000 BA and MA students, and 1,500 students following continuing/further education programmes, the faculty constitutes a strong and diverse research and teaching environment. The Faculty of Arts consists of the School of Communication and Culture, the School of Culture and Society and the Danish School of Education. Each of these units has strong academic environments and forms the basis for interdisciplinary research and education. The faculty's academic environments and degree programmes engage in international collaboration and share the common goal of contributing to the development of knowledge, welfare and culture in interaction with society. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
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The Department of Political Science at Aarhus University invites applications for one full-time, three-year postdoctoral position in the ERC Starting Grant project EQUILIBRIUM — Changing for the Better: Escaping Negative Equilibria in State-Citizen Relations — led by Associate Professor Jan P. Vogler. The starting date is 1 August 2026 or 1 September 2026 (with further flexibility based on mutual agreement). The Research Project EQUILIBRIUM investigates how regions can escape vicious cycles in state-citizen relations. In some contexts, poor state performance in the delivery of public goods and services reinforces negative population attitudes, which leads to the election of parties that limit the state’s resources and fewer applicants for public sector jobs, among others. This perpetuates the state’s poor performance, creating a self-reinforcing dynamic. The project examines which factors enable regions to break out of these negative patterns and shift toward more positive equilibria characterized by more favorable citizen attitudes. The project develops new theoretical concepts and empirical measures, using a novel sequential research design that integrates observational data, large-scale public opinion surveys, and inquiries to public administrations. Empirically, the project will collect comprehensive data across five European countries (Denmark, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Romania) and the United States. Additional information about the project’s content and goals can be found here. The Postdoctoral Position As a postdoctoral researcher you will contribute to the early phases of the project, which involve designing and implementing major data collection efforts. Key responsibilities include: Survey Research: Design and implement two waves of public opinion surveys across all six countries Develop survey items measuring citizens’ experiences with public institutions Design and implement conjoint experiments Manage survey implementation through professional survey firms Inquiries to Public Administrations: Design inquiries to bureaucracies across the selected countries Implement these inquiries and analyze response patterns Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and organize observational data on public service quality Integrate multiple data sources to create comprehensive datasets Conduct quantitative analyses using advanced statistical methods Collaboration and Dissemination: Work closely with the PI and other (future) team members Contribute to research publications in leading international journals Present findings at international conferences Job Description You will: Make major contributions to research design, pre-registration, the process of seeking ethical approval for the research, writing, data collection, analysis, publication, and public outreach Lead and co-author studies on the subject Engage meaningfully with the department’s broader research community; a minimum presence of three days on campus each week is expected Teach the equivalent of one seminar per year, which is approximately 55 hours of classroom teaching and examination per year. Have opportunities to influence the process of data collection for additional research ideas. Have access to funding for travel and workshop/conference participation. Your Qualifications Required: PhD in political science or related fields (e.g., computational social science, sociology, economics, public administration) Proficiency in quantitative analysis, particularly in (quasi-)experimental methods Proficiency in working with R Experience with survey research, especially survey and conjoint experiments Experience with both solo work and teamwork, exhibiting creativity, effective communication, cooperation, and a collegial spirit High-level professional English Desirable: Substantive interest(s) in at least one of the following areas: (a) citizens’ views of and experiences with public institutions, (b) state-citizen relations/interactions, (c) administrative burdens, (d) public service quality, and/or (e) (the performance of) public bureaucracies Experience with the retrieval and analysis of observational data Experience in working with geographic data (desirable, but not strictly necessary) Candidates who only partially meet this profile are nonetheless encouraged to apply. What We Offer A chance to contribute to an ERC project on state-citizen relations and their political and social dimensions A supportive, collegial environment in one of Europe’s leading political science departments, with excellent development opportunities and research support The opportunity to work with an international research team on a comparative project Who we are With around 130 academic staff members and 40 PhD students, the Department of Political Science is among Europe’s largest political science departments. The research at the department covers most political science disciplines, including public administration, and represents a variety of methodological approaches. We are among Europe’s highest-ranked departments, and our broad research profile enables us to focus on societal problems as they appear in the national and international political arena. This allows us to contribute actively to the development of the discipline. We offer a lively and ambitious research and teaching environment characterized by pluralism and openness. We expect active participation in the activities of the department, which includes being present at the department at least three days per week. For more information about the Department of Political Science, please see here. The Department of Political Science is part of Aarhus BSS, Aarhus University – a top 100 university. Aarhus BSS has achieved the triple-crown AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS accreditations. Further Information For further information on EQUILIBRIUM and questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Jan P. Vogler at jan.vogler@ps.au.dk. If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment, please contact HR support person Astrid Valdgård Schmidt at avs@au.dk. Place of Work Department of Political Science, Bartholins Allé 7, DK-8000 Aarhus C. International applicant? Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information here: https://internationalstaff.au.dk/relocationservice/ Please find more information about research opportunities at Aarhus University here: http://international.au.dk/research/ Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. http://talent.au.dk/junior-researcher-development-programme/ Terms of employment The appointment is made in accordance with the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities as well as the circular on the Collective Agreement for Academics Employed by the State (in Danish). The job content and qualification requirements are described in further detail in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities. Application procedure When you apply for this position it is mandatory to attach the following: Application Curriculum Vitae. You are encouraged to declare any periods of leave without research activity, including, for example, maternity leave, since your research activities are assessed in relation to your actual research time Education (diploma for master's, PhD and possibly higher doctoral degree) List of publications (the enclosed publications must be clearly marked on the list of publications) Publications. Up to three publications can be included in the application. In the event of several authors the publications must be accompanied by a co-author statement concerning the applicant's share of the collaborative work with the consent of the co-authors. This template may be used for the purpose Teaching portfolio. The specific requirements regarding the documentation can be found here Materials which cannot be uploaded together with the application may be submitted in three copies to Aarhus BSS HR & PhD, Aarhus University, Bartholins Allé 16, DK-8000 Aarhus C. The evaluation process After the application deadline, an assessment committee is appointed. Please note that the assessment of applicants is based solely on the material received prior to the application deadline. For further information, see Guidelines for Assessment Committee, Aarhus BSS. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
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PACE - The Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center, Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as Postdoc in the field of Parkinson’s disease and environmental epidemiology as per 1 March or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term, full-time position for 4 years. Your role as a Postdoc will be to conduct high-level epidemiological research to study environmental risk factors for Parkinson’s disease, and to participate in the translational research environment across the scientific disciplines at PACE. PACE – Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center You will be part of PACE, the newly established Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center, which is a translational research center focused on studies of Lewy body diseases. PACE consists of a close-knit community of world-leading research groups in basic and clinical Parkinson’s disease research, wherein a number of novel group leaders will be embedded. The center comprises research programs in clinical research and trials, longitudinal cohort building, multi-modal imaging, biobanks, epidemiology, neuropathology, wearables and biotech, experimental disease models including animal and cell models, and basic science programs in alpha-synuclein patho-mechanisms, neuroimmunology, and biomarker discovery. In two years, we expect to comprise 8-10 group leaders totaling 70+ researchers, students, and support staff. PACE is part of and collaborate closely with both Aarhus University, which is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top 100 universities, and Aarhus University Hospital, which in 2024 was elected Denmark’s best hospital for the 15th time. PACE’s mission is to take research in Parkinson’s disease to the highest level possible and to improve life for people with Parkinson’s disease or other neurodegenerative disorders. We focus on discovering and validating novel innovative tools, biomarkers and disease-modifying mechanisms, which within a 10-year time frame will be applied in clinical trials. Department of Clinical Medicine PACE is part of the Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, which is probably the largest health science research department in Denmark. Our clinical research covers all medical specialties and takes place in close collaboration with the university hospital and the regional hospitals in the Central Denmark Region. We have approx. 30,000 square metres of modern research facilities for experimental surgery and medicine, animal facilities and advanced scanners at our disposal. The department has overall responsibility for the Master's degree programs in medicine and in molecular medicine. At the department we are approx. 670 academic employees, 500 PhD students and 160 technical/administrative employees who are cooperating across disciplines. Department of Public Health In this Postdoc position, you will work closely with the Department of Public Health, where you will be part of an ambitious and internationally recognized department, working together to promote public health through research into areas that can prevent, treat, and alleviate disease. The department is involved in broad collaboration both internally and externally, aiming to create and share knowledge with citizens, decision-makers, business and industry, practitioners, and other researchers – in municipalities, in the regions, and both nationally and internationally. The department either contributes to or is responsible for teaching in medicine, public health science, sport science, optometry, and nursing. At the Department of Public Health, you will have approx. 200 colleagues, including ninety academic staff members and a corresponding number of PhD students. We work closely with one another across different fields of study and prioritize a healthy work environment. The general tone among colleagues is informal. About the research project Parkinson’s disease is the fastest growing neurological disorder, and environmental exposures have been suspected as being causative of this negative development. This research project is a register-based project centered around the influence of various environmental exposures (pesticides, air pollution, toxicants etc.) and the subsequent risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. The research project will be carried out in a tight collaboration between the Parkinson researchers at PACE and the epidemiologists at the Department of Public Health, Aarhus University, specialising in environmental epidemiology. The applicant will carry out and complete various epidemiological studies based on health registers and environmental parameter registers in collaboration with relevant partners. The applicant will use several databases and Danish national registries containing data on exposures at a geographically granular level, health data, diagnoses, medications, and more. The applicant will carry out epidemiological analyses by applying appropriate biostatistical methods. The applicant is expected to publish the research results in international peer-reviewed journals and disseminate them at national and international conferences. Your job responsibilities As a Postdoc in environmental epidemiology and Parkinson’s disease, your position is primarily research-based but may also involve teaching assignments and project management. You will contribute to the development of PACE through research of high international quality. In your daily work, you will work closely with colleagues on your project, where you will receive supervision and guidance. Your main tasks will consist of: Research of high international quality, including publications in top international journals and communicating your research in national and international academic networks. Health registry and environmental parameter registry-based studies. To contribute to the funding of your own research group with the help of external research funding. Communication of results – oral and in writing. Teaching in medicine and public health science. Supervising students (BA, MA, and PhD students). The position is a 4-year (non-tenured), full-time position as Postdoc and includes your salary and running costs for project-related costs (computers, registry access fees, pre-graduate research student salary etc.). A tailored mentoring program will be offered as part of the position. This position is a close collaboration between Department of Clinical Medicine and Department of Public Health, and the employment will therefore be divided equally between the two departments. You will report to Professor Per Borghammer, Director of PACE, Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University and Professor Cecilia Ramlau-Hansen, Department of Public Health, Aarhus University. Your competences You have academic qualifications at the PhD level, preferably with a focus on one or more of the following areas: environmental epidemiology, Parkinson’s disease, and environmental health. You are expected to have the following competencies. Expert user of statistical software (e.g., R or SAS, or Stata). Experience with study design and statistical analysis of epidemiological data. Experience with management of register data and/or big data in connection with scientific studies and publications. Experience with monitoring environmental exposures and epidemiological analyses of these data. Experience in designing and conducting research on Parkinson’s disease and environmental health. Experience in research project management. Good cooperative and communication skills. As a person, you are ambitious, take ownership and possess good communication and interpersonal skills. We expect you to be fluent in oral and written English. In order to be assessed as qualified for a Postdoc position, you must meet these academic criteria. Shortlisting will be used. Questions about the position If you have any questions about the position, please contact Per Borghammer, borghammer@clin.au.dk. Your place of work will be PACE – the Lundbeck Foundation Parkinson’s Disease Research Center, Aarhus University Hospital, Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 82, DK-8200 Aarhus N and Department of Public Health, Institute of Environmental and Occupational Medicine, Aarhus University, Bartholins Allé 2, DK-8000 Aarhus C. We expect to conduct interviews during weeks 50-51. Terms of employment Appointment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level. Further information on the appointment procedure can be found in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities. The appointment is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne). Remuneration is in accordance with the above, and the Salary agreement catalogue for staff at Health. The yearly base salary for a fulltime postdoc is between DKK 484.214,84 and DKK 538.720,20 depending on the years of working experience after achieved MSc degree. The base salary includes a position related supplement and pension (17.1 %). Additional supplement(s) for special qualifications can be negotiated. Authorisation supplemement(s) will be granted, if relevant for the position. Your local eligible trade union representative at Aarhus University negotiates your salary on your behalf. Researchers recruited from abroad are offered a special researcher tax scheme with a lower tax rate. Further information on qualification requirements and job description can be found in the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff Application Your application must include the following: Motivated application Curriculum Vitae Diploma Template for applicant - postdoc A list of publications A teaching portfolio. We refer to Guideline on the use of teaching portfolios A maximum of five of the publications of greatest relevance to the job may be submitted (optional) Research plan can be uploaded (optional) Coauthor statement(s) can be uploaded (optional) References/recommendations can be uploaded separately in the e-recruitment system (optional) We refer to the faculty’s Guidelines for applicants. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. International applicant? Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including assistance with relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about the International Staff Office and the range of services here. Aarhus University also has a Junior Researcher Association and offers career development support. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
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The Danish School of Education (DPU) at the Faculty of Arts, Aarhus University, invites applications for a fixed-term one-year postdoctoral position associated with the project Hybrid text practices in the Danish L1 classroom. Polyphony, coherence and involvement when writing with generative AI, financed by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. The project runs for 44 months, beginning in March 2026. The position is full-time (37 hours/week) and begins on 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. Our new colleague will be employed at the Department of Educational Theory and Curriculum Studies, Educational Philosophy, and General Education. The position is based at DPU at either Aarhus campus or Emdrup campus (see the description of DPU below). Since the department is situated in both Aarhus and Copenhagen, the selected applicant should expect some travel activity. The Danish School of Education (DPU) is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified applicants to apply regardless of their personal background. Research context In the project Hybrid text practices in the Danish L1 classroom. Polyphony, coherence and involvement when writing with generative AI, we explore a potentially new broad form of hybrid human–AI writing that also involves navigating artificially generated text. Through a qualitative text and classroom design, we examine writing with generative AI tools in Danish L1 classrooms in Year 7 and 8 from dialogical, sociocultural and social semiotic perspectives. We focus on students’ observable writing processes in terms of strategies and interactions, their texts, and their explicit reflections on these processes and their writing choices. We are particularly interested in how generative AI contributes to or challenges students' involvement in writing, and how it affects the way they orchestrate multiple voices and create coherence in texts – all of which are pivotal for literacy learning. Besides much-needed empirical insights, we expect to enrich the theoretical concepts of polyphony, coherence, and involvement with new dimensions. Postdoctoral position The selected applicant will work in close collaboration with PI Kristine Kabel and the rest of the research team throughout the employment period, including planning and conducting fieldwork, analysing data, disseminating, and arranging advisory board meetings. The two main tasks will be to conduct and write a literature review to identify existing knowledge about lower secondary students' writing processes, texts, and reflections on writerly choices in non-GAI practices, and to carry out a specific work package in the project in collaboration with the entire research team. In this work package, we seek to explore what characterises Year 7 and 8 students’ observable writing strategies and interactions when participating in hybrid text practices with generative AI tools. As part of this work package, the postdoctoral researcher will be expected to conduct fieldwork in three classrooms in collaboration with the researchers in the team, in spring 2026, and autumn/winter 2026-27, and participate in analytical activities and the writing of one article, also as part of a collaborative effort. Teaching and supervision As a postdoctoral researcher, your position is primarily research-based but will also involve a limited amount of teaching and supervision. To that end, the successful applicant will be expected to participate in the department’s teaching and supervision activities and teach and supervise at MA levels and above at the Department of Department of Educational Theory and Curriculum Studies, Educational Philosophy, and General Education. Any teaching activities is agreed upon with the head of the Department. Qualifications Applicants must have a PhD degree in a field related to writing and/or literacy in the context of the subject Danish at the secondary school level. As part of the application, applicants are asked to describe how their previous research experience and qualifications are of relevance for the position and the stated research context and framework of the research project. Furthermore, applicants must be able to document relevant to the position: an internationally oriented research profile within writing and/or literacy research as documented by a PhD dissertation and/or research publications interest and experience in research collaborations solid experience in planning and conducting qualitative fieldwork in classroom or equivalent settings excellent communication skills required to engage productively both within the research team and with teachers, students, and other external collaborators given the nature of the project’ s empirical work, applicants must be fluent (or almost fluent) in Danish. Furthermore, applicants should master spoken and written English at an advanced academic level. The application should not exceed 1-2 pages. Additionally, a short CV and a list of publications as well as a short documentation of teaching experiences of relevance for the position should be included. Please note that although the application process can be completed on the Aarhus University system without uploading publications, applications that do not include uploaded publications (maximum two) will not be considered. Although the Aarhus University application system includes an option to upload letters of recommendation, please do not include letters of recommendation or references with the application. Applicants who are invited to an interview may be asked to provide references. Work environment Active participation in the daily life of the department is a high priority, and we emphasise the importance of good working relationships, both among colleagues and with our students. In order to maintain and develop the department’s excellent teaching and research environment, the selected applicant is expected to be present at the department at a daily, or at least weekly, basis, and to attend for example meetings in the Danish L1 research unit. For further information about the position, please contact the PI, associate professor Kristine Kabel, email: kabel@edu.au.dk, tel.: + 45 61407646. Read about the Department of Educational Theory and Curriculum Studies, Educational Philosophy, and General Education, link. The application must be submitted in English. About the Danish School of Education The Danish School of Education at Aarhus University is Denmark’s largest centre for research and teaching in the fields of education, didactics and learning, with approximately 240 full-time researchers, including 80 PhD students, and 4,500 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students. The school’s activities are characterised by a high degree of interdisciplinarity and close interaction with society, including businesses, organisations, government agencies and institutions, both in Denmark and abroad. International applicants International applicants are encouraged to read about family and work-life balance as well as the attractive working conditions and other benefits of working at Aarhus University and in Denmark, including healthcare, paid holidays and, if relevant, maternity/paternity leave, childcare and schooling. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including a relocation service and career counselling for expat partners. For information about taxation, see the taxation aspects of international researchers’ employment by AU. Please find more information about entering and working in Denmark here: http://international.au.dk/research/ The applicant must be able to teach and publish in English. The applicant will be expected to contribute actively to the department’s academic environment. We emphasise the importance of good working relationships, both among colleagues and with our students. Qualification requirements Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent academic qualifications. Formalities The Faculty of Arts refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities (the Appointment Order). Appointments shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities. Further information on the application and supplementary materials may be found in Application Guidelines. The application must outline the applicant's motivation for applying for the position, attaching a curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio, a complete list of published works, copies of degree certificates and examples of academic production (mandatory, but no more than two examples). Please upload this material electronically along with your application. Aarhus University also offers a junior researcher development programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. If nothing else is noted, applications must be submitted in English. The application deadline is at 11.59 pm Danish time (same as Central European Time) on the deadline day. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. Shortlists may be prepared with the candidates that have been selected for a detailed academic assessment. A committee set up by the head of school is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidates. See this link for further information about shortlisting at the Faculty of Arts: shortlisting Faculty of Arts The Faculty of Arts is one of five main academic areas at Aarhus University. The faculty contributes to Aarhus University's research, talent development, knowledge exchange and degree programmes. With its 700 academic staff members, 200 PhD students, 9,000 BA and MA students, and 1,500 students following continuing/further education programmes, the faculty constitutes a strong and diverse research and teaching environment. The Faculty of Arts consists of the School of Communication and Culture, the School of Culture and Society and the Danish School of Education. Each of these units has strong academic environments and forms the basis for interdisciplinary research and education. The faculty's academic environments and degree programmes engage in international collaboration and share the common goal of contributing to the development of knowledge, welfare and culture in interaction with society. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Aarhus University
The Department of Biology, Aarhus University invites applications for a 2-year postdoc position starting April 2026 on: Nature Recovery After Anthropogenic Disasters. This postdoc project is part of Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere (ECONOVO), funded by the Danish National Research Foundation. Overall ECONOVO aims to provide new perspectives on the future of the biosphere - to learn more, please visit our website: ECONOVO - Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere - Aarhus University (au.dk) Expected start date and duration of employment This is a 2–year position from April 1, 2026, or as soon possible. This is a fixed-term position to end on March 31, 2028. Job description The primary objective of this postdoctoral project is to understand how ecosystems reorganize and recover after major human-induced disturbances, such as war, nuclear accidents, and catastrophic infrastructure failures. These post-disaster landscapes often persist in long-term ecological disequilibrium, lacking historical baselines, or predictable succession pathways. The project will assess how these conditions influence vegetation dynamics, species diversity, functional trait composition, and the spread of invasive species. This work will be conducted through a trait-based modelling framework, integrating remote sensing, chronosequences, field observations, and trait databases to assess how ecological communities reassemble under extreme and unprecedented disturbance regimes. A core goal is to identify the key traits that govern colonization, stress tolerance, and ecosystem functioning in post-disaster environments, and to use these insights to forecast recovery trajectories and design effective restoration strategies. The postdoc will be expected to contribute new conceptual developments to trait-based restoration in novel, highly altered systems and lead at least two high-quality papers in this research area. We also emphasize the importance of active participation in the center's outreach and educational endeavors, alongside promoting collaborative work with ECONOVO team members, including students. This collaboration involves sharing skills and contributing to problem-solving within the postdoc’s area of expertise. Collaboration will involve joint problem-solving, the integration of data streams, and the development of decision-support tools to inform large-scale restoration policy. Your profile Applicants must have a PhD degree in ecology or similar or have submitted their PhD thesis for assessment before the application deadline. Expertise in post-disaster environments is expected, in combination with solid general skills in ecology. Experience with trait-based modelling will be positively regarded but is not a prerequisite for consideration. Applicants should demonstrate effective teamwork skills, a history of publishing internationally recognized work, and fluency in English. All applicants are expected to demonstrate proficient written English and clear articulation. Project PI and collaborators Professor Jens-Christian Svenning is the PI for this specific project within ECONOVO. The postdoc will join the ECONOVO team within the Section for Ecoinformatics & Biodiversity (ECOINF) at the Department of Biology at Aarhus University. Key international associates to ECONOVO will also be involved. ECONOVO and ECOINF form a cooperative, interdisciplinary research network with extensive international involvement. Postdocs and PhD students are encouraged to collaborate within the group, across departments, and with other universities. About the Department The Department of Biology hosts research programs and teaching curricula that cover all major biological sub-disciplines. The Department currently employs approximately 140 academic and technical staff and 40 PhD students. The Department hosts BSc and MSc study programs in Biology with about 400 students enrolled as well as a PhD program. The Department offers a vibrant and informal research environment with a long-standing tradition for collaboration with international university partners in the absolute elite. The working language is English, and we welcome applications from all genders of all backgrounds. Read about the Danish work-life balance, special opportunities for junior researchers, and the services available when relocating to Aarhus University here. Aarhus University's campus is situated in a scenic park near the downtown area, which is home to around 300,000 residents. Life quality and time allocation to family life in Denmark is high, and international investigations usually report that no other nationality score higher in terms of life satisfaction. What we offer The selected applicant is offered: An engaging, ambitious, and friendly research habitat, encouraging open dialogue within and between assorted research disciplines A working environment with teamwork, close working relations, network activities among young scientists and social activities A workplace characterized by professionalism, equality, and a healthy work-life balance Access to a well-developed research infrastructure Office space and shared equipment Place of work and area of employment The place of employment and work is Center for Ecological Dynamics in a Novel Biosphere (ECONOVO) and Section for Ecoinformatics & Biodiversity (ECOINF), Department of Biology, Aarhus University, Ny Munkegade 116, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. Contact information Applicants seeking further information are invited to contact: Professor Jens-Christian Svenning, phone +45 28992304, e-mail: svenning@bio.au.dk. Deadline Applications must be received no later than January 7, 2026. Application procedure Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications – and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the appointment committee if necessary, – the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants. Letter of reference If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline. Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration. If you wish to add a referee after you have submitted your application, you must send this person’s details (name, job title, place of work, and email address) as well as the name of the position you have applied for to: HR.Nattech@au.dk Formalities and salary range Natural Sciences refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Guidelines for applicants can be found here. Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities. Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Associations. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. At the Faculty of Natural Science at Aarhus University, we strive to support our scientific staff in their career development. We focus on competency development and career clarification and want to make your opportunities transparent. On our website, you can find information on all types of scientific positions, as well as the entry criteria we use when assessing candidates. You can also read more about how we can assist you in your career planning and development. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Københavns Universitet
**PhD Scholarship in Sociolinguistics: Contemporary Rural-Urban Tensions** The Center of Excellence TRANSITION – Center for Changing Urban and Rural Lives, based at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a PhD scholarship in sociolinguistics focusing on contemporary rural-urban tensions. We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in Danish or Scandinavian studies, linguistics, or ethnology. The successful candidate will be enrolled at the PhD School at the Faculty of Humanities, affiliated with the Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics (NorS). The scholarship is for 3 years, full-time, starting 1 May 2026. **About TRANSITION – Center for Changing Urban and Rural Lives** We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join TRANSITION – Center for Changing Urban and Rural Lives, a new Center of Excellence that opened on February 1, 2025. Funded for up to 10 years by the Danish National Research Foundation, it represents a collaboration between the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Copenhagen and the National Museum of Denmark. Worldwide, the transition from predominantly rural to urban-centric societies marks one of the most significant shifts in human history, with profound implications for culture, language, and identity. This transition has fostered a longstanding narrative of opposition between rural and urban life, influencing social cohesion, democracy, and sustainability. At TRANSITION, we work interdisciplinary by combining studies in language, literature, and history to explore these developments. The center's research aims to uncover and understand the cultural history and lived experiences of people from 1870 to the present, exploring life courses, experiences of living in new contexts, and the transformation of rural and urban places. **The Position** Applicants are responsible for drafting a preliminary project description, which will be further developed in dialogue with the supervisor and the TRANSITION core team upon employment. The PhD project must be empirically grounded, preferably employing discourse and/or narrative analysis. We seek projects focusing on how rural-urban tensions are enacted, represented, and negotiated in a contemporary Danish context. Data may be collected through quantitative and/or qualitative approaches such as ethnography, surveys, or interviews, or through media sources, social media, or other relevant sources. The candidate is expected to actively engage in and contribute to the center's interdisciplinary research environment, including participation in joint data sessions and collaborative activities. **Qualification Requirements** Applicants must have qualifications corresponding to master's level related to the subject area of the project. Furthermore, applicants must have good knowledge of modern cultural history, and experience and/or knowledge of working with empirical data. If you have completed your education in Denmark, you must have a master's degree covered by the collective agreement for academics in the state sector. If you have completed your education outside of Denmark, you must either have a master's degree equivalent to a Danish master's degree (two years) or as minimum a bachelor's degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor's degree (three years) and be assessed as having professional qualifications at master's level. If you have completed your education abroad, we will obtain an assessment of your education from the Danish Research Agency. Applicants must possess skills in written and spoken academic English at a high level. The empirical data is in Danish, therefore the successful candidate must hold skills in Danish or another Scandinavian language. To be awarded a PhD scholarship, the applicant must enroll as a PhD student at the Faculty of Humanities, according to the rules of the Danish Ministerial order No 1039 of 27 August 2013. **The PhD Program** The PhD program is a study program that aims at training PhD students, at an international level, to undertake research, development, and teaching assignments. These qualifications open opportunities to a variety of careers within the private and public sectors. The program includes drafting a PhD thesis, active participation in research networks, PhD courses and knowledge dissemination. The standard duration of the PhD program is three years of full-time studies, which equals 180 ECTS credits. **How to Apply** Applications must be submitted online and written in English or a Scandinavian language. Please include the following enclosures in PDF or Word format: - Cover Letter detailing your motivation and background for applying - CV - Project abstract (maximum 1,200 characters) - Project description (maximum 12,000 characters, not including bibliography), including suggestions for relevant research questions, theory, and methods - Time schedule for the PhD project - Diploma and transcripts of records (both bachelor's and master's
Aarhus University
One 2-year postdoc position is available from February 1st, 2026 or shortly hereafter, at Aarhus University, Department of Geoscience’s HydroGeophysics Group (HGG), within the field of airborne and ground-based transient electromagnetic (TEM) methods. The position is part of a Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs funded project titled “Scaling Up Electromagnetics Surveys for Large-Scale Hydrogeological Imaging of Groundwater in Complex Ethiopian Geological Settings (2025–2028)”, implemented in partnership with the Ethiopian Ministry of Water and Energy (MoWE) and Addis Ababa University (AAU). Job assignments The successful candidate will contribute to the acquisition, processing, inversion, and interpretation of large-scale EM datasets for hydrogeological mapping in Ethiopia. The work will involve both airborne and ground-based TEM systems and contribute directly to capacity building within MoWE and Ethiopian universities. The position will include: Processing, inversion, and geological interpretation of large-scale EM data for groundwater mapping. Teaching and training of Ethiopian partners and students in EM methods, data processing workflows, inversion software, and geological interpretation. Participation in fieldwork campaigns in Ethiopia multiple times per year (typically 2–3 weeks per trip), assisting with survey planning, deployment, and data collection. Contribution to the development of processing and modelling workflows that integrate EM data with other hydrogeological datasets. Collaboration with Ethiopian and Danish researchers to tailor EM methodologies to Ethiopia’s geological settings. Publication of scientific results in international journals and presentation at conferences. Supervision and mentoring of MSc and PhD students. The successful applicant will also be required to support parallel TEM related projects in collaboration with other researchers in the Hydrogeophysics Group, including parallel airborne and ground-based EM surveys to be conducted in Kenya. Required Qualifications PhD degree in geophysics, engineering, or a related field. Proven experience with EM data processing, inversion, and interpretation (e.g., TEM, AEM). Experience with geophysical inversion software, such as Aarhus WorkBench or similar platforms. Ability to develop geological interpretations from EM datasets. Demonstrated skills in training, teaching, or capacity building in geophysics or data processing. Strong analytical and programming skills (advanced Python preferred). Willingness and ability to participate in international fieldwork, including field campaigns in Ethiopia lasting up to 2–3 weeks. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills. A record of peer-reviewed publications and presentation of research at international conferences. The qualified candidates must have several peer reviewed scientific publications in recognized international journals and experience in presenting scientific results at conferences and meetings. Place of Employment and Place of Work: The place of employment will be Aarhus University, and the place of work is the Department of Geoscience, Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 2, DK-8000 Aarhus, Denmark. Further information Applicants are encouraged to contact Associate Professor Denys Grombacher, Department of Geoscience, denys.grombacher@geo.au.dk for additional information. Application procedure Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications – and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the appointment committee if necessary, – the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants. Letter of reference If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline. Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration. If you wish to add a referee after you have submitted your application, you must send this person’s details (name, job title, place of work, and email address) as well as the name of the position you have applied for to: HR.Nattech@au.dk Formalities and salary range Natural Sciences refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Guidelines for applicants can be found here. Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities. Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Associations. Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. At the Faculty of Natural Science at Aarhus University, we strive to support our scientific staff in their career development. We focus on competency development and career clarification and want to make your opportunities transparent. On our website, you can find information on all types of scientific positions, as well as the entry criteria we use when assessing candidates. You can also read more about how we can assist you in your career planning and development. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Ipsos
Ipsos is seeking a Research Intern and a Business Design Intern for our qualitative market research team Are you curious about the market research industry and looking for a challenging internship in the Spring of 2026? Would you like to become part of a committed professional community of talented analysts and consultants dedicated to understanding and supporting our clients' challenges? You can become part of Ipsos Denmark's internship program if you are a student and want a practical opportunity to work in the analysis industry from January/February 2026. Use market research as the foundation to develop our clients’ businesses At Ipsos our mission is to deliver reliable information for a true understanding of society, markets, and people. We aim to deliver actionable insights that make our world easier for our clients to navigate and thrive in. As an intern, you will become part of our qualitative team, where we are interested in understanding the behaviour, attitudes, and motives of a specific target group. Like our full-time employees, you will work alongside our specialized consultants who help our global clients such as LEGO, Novonesis, Velux, Carlsberg with product development and identify development opportunities for their brands. Read more about our qualitative team here: Our solutions | Ipsos Our two different intern opportunities in our qualitative team If Ipsos sounds interesting to you, you can apply for an internship as either a Research Intern or a Business Design Intern for our qualitative team. Please let us know your preference at the top of your application. Research Intern - As a research intern you will gain practical experience with: Conducting fieldwork such as interviews, observations, and note-taking in connection with focus groups Assisting in the qualitative analysis and preparation of insights and recommendations to the client Participating in the preparation of client-oriented reports, presentations, and reporting of qualitative data Typically, you will work in a team of three on a given project, consisting of you, a consultant, and a project manager. You will have your own independent tasks and will therefore play an important role in the execution of each project. As a research intern you will succeed in the job if... You are passionate about understanding other people's behaviour and motives through your analytical skills You can work independently and take ownership of qualitative projects and tasks You are service-minded and understand what it takes to deliver the best and most insightful deliveries to our customers You are proficient and comfortable working in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint It is a plus you are studying a business-oriented program with a strong methodological background or similar, which has given you knowledge of market analysis and has solid methodological competencies. Ideally, you are an anthropologist, sociologist, or perhaps something completely different, and you are passionate about solving and driving qualitative analysis tasks. Business Designer Intern By embedding a business designer within our team, we're not just adding another role, we're injecting a creative powerhouse who can elevate our projects to new heights. As a Business Designer Intern, you will succeed in the job if... You possess a creative mindset, enabling you to deliver strong creative messages and content creation through visualization. You bring our projects to life with awesome illustrations that spark creativity and add visual flair through visualization programs such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator You possess video editing skills, which enable you to contribute to client presentations You are proficient and comfortable working in PowerPoint, as we create many of our reports and proposal through PowerPoint. We will offer for both internships A flexible workplace where there is the possibility of hybrid work. We offer strong personal and professional development opportunities through our Ipsos Academy. We have many different social activities under our Energy program - you will have access to it all, as well as... Full-time internship with flexibility in relation to studies and three weeks of vacation 5-month internship period Effective onboarding and possible mentoring scheme to ensure good development opportunities Access to exclusive learning, webinars, and seminars Monthly compensation of DKK 3608 Free lunch Free social activities such as paddle tennis, breathing workshop, game nights, etc. Possibility of student employment or permanent employment afterward About the Team We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients. These are not just words – in fact, 30% of the colleagues in our local Danish office are expats from +20 different nationalities. You will find that your colleagues are proud of their work and that many choose to stay with us for many years. Your opportunity to make a difference is here If you have any questions, please contact Martin Poulsen, HR Director Martin.Poulsen@ipsos.com . We will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis, so please send your application as soon as possible. The application deadline is December 14 th , 2025.