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The Department of Agroecology at Aarhus University, Denmark, is offering a postdoctoral position in merging soil physics knowledge and data-driven modeling of soil processes and properties, starting 01-05-2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be available for a 3 -year period. You will be part of a research environment focusing on soil physics. You will be contributing to specifically the area of soil water retention and transport in the vadose zone and the main focus of your position will be to develop hybrid differentiable models that combine soil physics and soil science knowledge with data-driven components to predict soil properties and processes under sparse, uneven, or incomplete datasets, with an emphasis on modeling water and solute transport in the vadose zone. You will work experimentally with already established datasets of soil hydraulic and physical properties, including soil water retention and hydraulic conductivity measurements, and supporting datasets such as soil texture, bulk density, and organic carbon. We expect that you will be an important part of the research environment and that you will contribute positively to the social working environment. We also expect that you will take part in our teaching activities and that you will report research results in high-impact scientific journals. Your profile We are searching for a highly motivated candidate who has A PhD in soil physics, environmental science, hydrology, geoscience, or similar fields Collaborative skills and ability to demonstrate commitment in teams. A fondness of taking the initiative and the motivation to pursue a scientific career Documented experience in scientific writing and publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals Research experience in some of the areas of pedotransfer functions, soil hydraulic properties, developing differentiable models Additional qualifications Further, we will prefer candidates with some of the following qualifications: Teaching and supervision experience at the BSc and MSc level Interest and experience in developing competitive national and international research applications Experience in planning and conducting field-work Experience in planning and conducting laboratory work. Insight into applied mathematics, linear algebra, process-based modeling, and soil health indicators. Experience with Python, applied statistics, and gradient-based optimization Who we are At the Department of Agroecology, our main goal is to contribute to sustainable solutions to some of the world’s biggest problems within the areas of soil, plants, animals, humans, and the environment. We want to make a difference by contributing to both fundamental knowledge generation and the attainment of sustainable production systems via innovative research, contracted policy advice, and education. We offer professional laboratories, greenhouses, semi-field, and field-scale research facilities, advanced computing capacities as well as an extensive national and international researcher network. The department consists of nine research sections with around 350 highly skilled employees, of which approximately 50% are scientific staff. More information can be found here. We believe in encouraging inclusion, acceptance, and understanding by employing staff who bring unique perspectives to our department. What we offer A collaborative, international research environment that combines high academic standards with an informal and supportive atmosphere. We value accountability, curiosity, flexibility, and teamwork in everything we do. An inclusive and respectful workplace culture, where mutual trust, kindness, and professional dialogue are part of daily life. We encourage open communication and develop a cohesive sense of community across teams and disciplines. A flexible working environment that supports work-life balance and individual needs. An active institutional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion – in recruitment, career development, and everyday interactions. An innovative and meaningful workplace where your work contributes to solving real-world challenges. No two days are alike, and we welcome creative thinking and new ideas. Support for international researchers and their families, including Relocation Service and an Expat Partner Programme Living and working in Denmark Subsidised childcare and free education from primary school through university. Universal healthcare for you and your family as residents. Five weeks of paid holiday per year. Generous parental leave – up to 52 weeks shared between parents, with full or partial salary. Place of Work The place of work is Aarhus University, Campus Viborg, Blichers Allé 20, 8830 Tjele. The affiliation will be with the Department of Agroecology. More information can be obtained from Professor Lis Wollesen de Jonge (lis.w.de.jonge@agro.au.dk) or Professor Mogens Humlekrog Greve (greve@agro.au.dk). 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 Technical 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. 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 Pioneer Center for Landscape Research in Sustainable Agricultural Futures, Land-CRAFT, at the Department of Agroecology at Aarhus University, Denmark, is offering a postdoctoral position in modelling of nitrogen fluxes in agricultural systems, starting 01-07-2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be available for a period of 2 years. Food security, climate change and loss of biodiversity represent three of today’s major societal challenges. Finding solutions for all these challenges requires studies that extend across multiple scales. The Pioneer Center Land-CRAFT was established in June 2022 to undertake fundamental and applied research from field to landscape scales that will address these societal challenges. The Center brings together experts on climate impact research and landscape analyses with backgrounds in biogeochemistry, agronomy, biology, geography, and social sciences from Aarhus University and University of Copenhagen, as well as our international partners: Colorado State University/NREL and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology/IMK-IFU. Digital technologies, including biogeochemical modelling and remote sensing, as well as interactions with stakeholders are key components of Land-CRAFT. We have a team of researchers working at field, farm and landscape scales. The postdoctoral researcher specializing in landscape nitrogen-flux modelling will use state-of-the-art biogeochemical modelling and data-driven machine learning approaches at an ecosystem scale to improve our understanding of the fate of nitrogen fertilizers applied to agricultural soils. This understanding will be developed in relation to crop nitrogen uptake, soil storage and losses to the environment via hydrological and gaseous pathways. The ideal candidate will have experience of using biogeochemical models at field and regional scales, and of exploring machine learning (ML) and AI approaches to develop surrogate models based on field observations, remote sensing or modelling outputs. We expect that you will be an active part of the research environment across campus sites and universities and that you will contribute positively to the social working environment. Moreover, you will contribute to dissemination and teaching, and to reporting research results in high-impact scientific journals. Job description The postdoctoral researcher will: Develop and conduct research on nitrogen flows from field to regional scales, using a combination of modelling and remote sensing approaches. Develop data-driven machine learning/AI models using field observations (including remote sensing) or model outputs. Establish approaches to quantify the uncertainty in model outputs using different methods. Run scenario analysis to identify management practices with the largest mitigation potential, both spatially and temporally Support training of young researchers in using biogeochemical and ML models Play a key role in contributing to international peer-reviewed publications Contribute to development of new project ideas and proposal writing Participate in network building activities both internationally and across disciplines within the Pioneer Center Land-CRAFT Your profile We are searching for a highly motivated candidate who has: A PhD in agronomy, engineering, biology, technical oriented sciences or similar Research experience on process-based and ML models to simulate nutrient flows in agro-ecosystems Proficient skills with scripting (R, Python) and programming An ability to collaborate within teams and across disciplines An ability to take initiative, develop and manage research activities An ability to communicate effectively in English Good scientific and technical writing skills Documented experience of publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals Insight into the societal challenges for a green transition of agricultural production landscapes, and the related ecosystem services Experience with digital technologies in relation to site-specific environmental, technical and socio-economic data, including remote sensing Who we are At the Department of Agroecology, our main goal is to contribute to sustainable solutions to some of the world’s biggest problems within the areas of soil, plants, animals, humans, and the environment. We want to make a difference by contributing to both fundamental knowledge generation and the attainment of sustainable production systems via innovative research, contracted policy advice, and education. We offer professional laboratories, greenhouses, semi-field, and field-scale research facilities, advanced computing capacities as well as an extensive national and international researcher network. The department consists of nine research sections with around 350 highly skilled employees, of which approximately 50% are scientific staff. More information can be found here. We believe in encouraging inclusion, acceptance, and understanding by employing staff who bring unique perspectives to our department. What we offer A collaborative, international research environment that combines high academic standards with an informal and supportive atmosphere. We value accountability, curiosity, flexibility, and teamwork in everything we do. An inclusive and respectful workplace culture, where mutual trust, kindness, and professional dialogue are part of daily life. We encourage open communication and develop a cohesive sense of community across teams and disciplines. A flexible working environment that supports work-life balance and individual needs. An active institutional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion – in recruitment, career development, and everyday interactions. An innovative and meaningful workplace where your work contributes to solving real-world challenges. No two days are alike, and we welcome creative thinking and new ideas. Support for international researchers and their families, including Relocation Service and an Expat Partner Programme Living and working in Denmark Subsidised childcare and free education from primary school through university. Universal healthcare for you and your family as residents. Five weeks of paid holiday per year. Generous parental leave – up to 52 weeks shared between parents, with full or partial salary. Place of Work The place of work is Aarhus University, Ole Worms Alle 3, DK-8000 Aarhus C. The affiliation will be with the Department of Agroecology. More information can be obtained from Professor Klaus Butterbach-Bahl (klaus.butterbach-bahl@agro.au.dk). 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 Technical 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. 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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Postdoc opening for a project that investigates the fundamental properties of electrocatalysts used in energy storage and conversion at the Interfaces and Catalysis group at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) and Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University. The 2-year postdoc position (extension possible) is starting at 1st of March 2026 or soon hereafter and will take place within the newly granted ERC Synergy Grant “MAGNESIS”. Job description As a postdoc, you will become part of a research team that investigates the structure and chemical properties of materials and interfaces for catalysis and electrocatalysis. You will develop a research activity within experimental characterization of electrocatalyst model catalysts using electrocatalysis workstations, scanning probe microscopy and x-ray photoemission spectroscopy. This includes a newly established near-ambient-pressure XPS facility (NAP-XPS). In the MAGNESIS project we will specifically work towards understanding and application of magnetically enhanced electrocatalysis for water splitting and CO2 reduction (see e.g. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41560-019-0404-4). Your main tasks may include Application of new materials and model systems for electrocatalysis Surface characterization using near-ambient pressure XPS (NAP-XPS) Method development for electrocatalysis measurements Scanning probe microscopy Synchrotron beam times Supervision of PhD or MSc students Coordination with international partners Qualifications We seek a highly motivated postdoc candidate with a PhD degree and a background in chemistry, physics, nanoscience or equivalent disciplines. You have the ambition to contribute significantly to academic research in an innovative research environment and head the development of new experimental methodologies for electrocatalysis studies. You will apply your skills in an interdisciplinary research team that consists of students and researchers with a nanoscience, physics or chemistry background and you will work in collaboration with international partners. If you have documented knowledge in several of the areas below, you are the right one for the job: Electrocatalysis Experimental surface science studies of catalyst materials X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy, ideally near-ambient pressure XPS (NAP-XPS) Scanning probe microscopy Surface science synchrotron measurements Specific experience with the development of methodologies for advanced characterization of electrocatalysts or electrocatalysis measurements on planar model systems will be considered a definite plus. Who are we? The project will be carried out in the Interfaces and Catalysis group (Prof. Jeppe V. Lauritsen) at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) and Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University. The group commands a range of experimental techniques including a range of advanced facilities on scanning probe microscopy and a new X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy setup. We are also very active users of synchrotrons, including the local ASTRID2 light source at Aarhus University and for example the nearby MAX-IV facility in Lund, Sweden. The research group has access to infrastructure at iNANO that enables a strong microscopy and spectroscopy characterization of the materials. You will be joining a diverse research group in terms of gender and nationalities, which prioritizes collaboration, shared responsibilities, common social activities and respectful communication. Place of work and area of employment The place of work is the iNANO house, Gustav Wieds Vej 14, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments. As of 1 August 2026, iNANO’s educational and research activities will be transferred to the faculty’s departments. Consequently, your employment will as of that date be with a department. Further information If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Jeppe V. Lauritsen, jvang@inano.au.dk tel.: + 45 2338 2369. 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.
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The Department of Geoscience at Aarhus University, Denmark, invites applications for one or more positions at the Full Professor level. Innovative and visionary geoscientists of any field are encouraged to apply, but we especially encourage specialists in the fields of hydrogeology and/or petrology/structural geology. Expectations The appointee will develop their own independent research profile within their chosen field in collaboration with colleagues at Aarhus University as well as nationally and internationally. Their research will be at the highest international level following their own scientific interests and priorities and they will establish a vibrant research group utilizing external funding. They will develop new curricula and teach classroom-based as well as field-based courses and supervise students at all academic levels. Depending on research field, interest in collaborating with industrial partners and/or other research units at Aarhus University would be beneficial. The applicant must include a description of how they propose to develop their own unique research profile and their own research group but also reflect on potential synergies and collaborations within the Department of Geoscience and/or Aarhus University in general. Qualifications The successful candidate will hold a PhD degree in a relevant natural science discipline, be in strong international research standing, and have a broad multidisciplinary research network. Their scientific profile will be reflected in publications in peer-reviewed international journals. Proven ability to attract external research funding and documented teaching skills are required, while experience as group leader will be beneficial. About the Department of Geoscience The place of work is the Department of Geoscience, Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 2, 8000 Aarhus. The Department of Geoscience currently employs around 80 staff including faculty, externally funded researchers, postdocs, PhD students, and administrative and technical personnel. We have a strong research profile spanning a broad range of geological and geophysical disciplines within the fields of Climate and Environment, Water and Surface Processes, and Energy and Earth Resources. We have outstanding research and teaching infrastructure including geophysical, geochemical, sedimentological, and micropalaeontological laboratories, core scanning facilities, including a well-equipped class 100 metal-free clean-laboratory, two ICP-MS, and TCN dating facilities. https://geo.au.dk/en/research/faciliteter/laboratories/facilities. We also have the largest pool of hydrogeophysical electromagnetic research instruments in the world as well a high-quality marine and land-based seismic equipment. There exist strong links to other departments at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Faculty of Technical Sciences and faculty of Arts such as Physics and Astronomy, Engineering, and Archaeology. About Aarhus University The beautiful Aarhus University campus is located close to downtown Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark with about 400 000 inhabitants. Aarhus has a lively and charming city centre close to the Aarhus Bay at the Baltic Sea. In Denmark, access to schools, higher education, and health care is free. Generous parental agreements are available. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Further information Further information can be obtained from the Head of Department Professor Marit-Solveig Seidenkrantz, Department of Geoscience, Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 2, DK-8000 Aarhus C, by e-mail: mss@geo.au.dk or phone: +45 27782897 Application procedure Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications the Head of Department, with assistance from the Assessment Committee Chairperson and the Hiring Committee, selects the candidates to be evaluated by an independent Assessment Committee of experts. The selection is made on the basis of an assessment of who of the candidates are most relevant considering the requirements of the advertisement. All applicants will be notified within 6 weeks whether or not their applications have been sent to the Assessment Committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the Committee and will receive their assessment. Once the recruitment process is completed, a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants Letter of reference Applicants are strongly urged to include Letters 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, PhD diploma, a complete list of publications, information on past and present research activities, a statement of future research plans including an explanation of how the applicant will develop their own unique research profile, as well as a teaching portfolio including information on previous teaching experience and course evaluations by students (if any). They should also describe how they fit into the Department’s current research and teaching profile, and how they envision collaboration development. Selected research papers and other material may be included. 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. Ensuring gender balance is a high priority for Aarhus University, and we particularly encourage women to apply. No candidate will be given preferential treatment, and all applicants will be assessed on the basis of their qualifications for the position in question. 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 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. 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. 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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Aarhus University’s Department of Ecoscience invites applications for a 2-year postdoc to co-develop a spatially-explicit individual-based dynamic energy budget model (DEB-IBM) for high-Arctic muskoxen roaming the Zackenberg region in Northeast Greenland. The position will explore how movement and energetics shape population dynamics under climate change and harvest scenarios, working with an international team across Greenland, Canada, and Alaska. Expected start date and duration of employment This is a 2–year, full time position starting on 1 April 2026 or as soon possible thereafter. Job description The position is ideally suited for candidates with interests in Arctic ecology, movement ecology, population dynamics, and ecological modelling. As part of the position, you will be: co-developing a spatially explicit process-based ecological model (DEB-IBM) for muskoxen in the high-Arctic through the analyses of long-term GPS and acceleration data. using the model to estimate the (cumulative) impacts of hunting, climate and habitat change on movement and population dynamics of muskoxen. working in close collaboration with colleagues at Aarhus University but also with project partners based in Winnipeg (Canada), Fairbanks (Alaska) and Nuuk (Greenland). Your profile Applicants should hold a PhD in Ecology or related field. Moreover, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications: Strong background in individual- /agent-based modelling Experience with modelling of animal energetics Strong R and Netlogo skills Good understanding of movement & population ecology Experience in publishing scientific results in high-quality international journals Extensive collaboration and teamwork skills Good English communication skills Who we are The Department of Ecoscience is engaged in research programs and advisory work covering the major biological subdisciplines. We conduct world-class research within biology and ecology, biodiversity, conservation biology, wildlife management, particularly in arctic regions. The Department currently employs approximately 275 academic and technical staff, as well as many PhD students. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative and internationally engaged scientific environment at the Section for Arctic Ecosystem Ecology (for more information see: https://ecos.au.dk/en/researchconsultancy/research-areas/arctic-ecosystem-ecology). The department is, and wishes to continue to be, an active, diverse and inspiring workplace with exciting challenges, enthusiastic colleagues and academic opportunities for development. The department wishes to support employees in creating a good balance between their work and home lives and to maintain and attract skilled and committed staff, where freedom, creativity and respect for the long-term perspective are core values. For more information on the Department see: http://ecos.au.dk/en/ What we offer The department offers: a well-developed research infrastructure an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, and international collaborators, collaboration within a strong research team with extensive experience in wildlife ecology, population ecology and modelling, a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality, and a healthy work-life balance Place of work and area of employment The place of work is Aarhus University, Frederiksborgvej 399, 4000 Roskilde (close to Copenhagen) with research stays at University of Winnipeg, Canada, and/or the University of Fairbanks, Alaska, to work on model development, and at the Greenland Institute for Natural Science, Nuuk, Greenland to work on hunting scenarios and contribute to workshops. The affiliation will be with the Department of Ecoscience. Contact information For further information, please contact: Head of Section Dr. Floris M. van Beest, flbe@ecos.au.dk/+4587158568, or Deputy Head of Department Professor Niels Martin Schmidt, nms@ecos.au.dk/+4587158683 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 Technical 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. 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 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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SustainScapes – Center for Sustainable Landscapes under Global Change at Department of Biology and Center for Ecological Genetics (Ecogenetics), Aarhus University, advertises a postdoc position within Ecological Data Science. Start date as soon as possible and end date 31st of December 2028. SustainScapes focuses on providing the scientific basis for rethinking landscapes for restoring biodiversity in a world with increasing resource needs and a changing climate. Ecogenetics focuses on understanding patterns of genetic diversity within and among species across fragmented landscapes. The centers are funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation and led by Prof. Signe Normand and Prof. Trine Bilde, Department of Biology, Aarhus University. Expected start date and duration of employment The position is expected to start 1st of February 2026 or as soon as possible and will end 31st of December 2028. Job description The postdoc position is focused on understanding spatiotemporal current patterns of biodiversity and model the potential future biodiversity recovery given during land use transformation and restoration in Denmark. This involves spatial and temporal optimisation and prioritisation of land for biodiversity, as well as analyses of past and current land use configurations for multiple facets of biodiversity, i.e. species, functional, phylogenetic, and genetic diversity. The tasks will encompass: Conceptualisation and theoretical development of spatiotemporal optimisation of biodiversity dynamics during recovery. Synthesising and modelling and species pools and biodiversity patterns given different restoration measures. Prioritisation and optimisation of land for biodiversity, relative to other societal challenges, in particular climate change. Geospatial analyses of past and current land use patterns of importance for changes in effective populations sizes and genetic diversity patterns. Qualifications Ideally you have a PhD in natural sciences with a strong research background and several years of work experience in data science for ecological studies of multiple facets of biodiversity, i.e. species and genetic diversity. Specifically, we look for the following qualifications: PhD in biology, ecology, environmental science with several years and proven experience in one or several of those research fields including expertise in macroecology and systematic conservation planning. Proven expertise in temporal and geospatial analyses of biodiversity patterns, and their drivers. Including the conceptualisation and development of new methodological approaches. Strong documented skills in advanced optimisation and prioritisation of biodiversity, e.g. in AMPL, prioritizr. Proven skills in deriving landscape metrics of relevance for understanding patterns of genetic diversity, e.g. fragmentation and connectivity. Proven skills in the implementation of species distribution models and the modelling of species pools across natural and agricultural landscapes under transformation. Proven capabilities of acquiring, downloading, handling, and synthesising big data geospatial data sets from various data sources. Cutting-edge expertise in advanced statistical analyses of large data sets and strong knowledge of programming languages (e.g., R, Python). Proven ability to publish at a high international level. It is a prerequisite that you are good at communicating in English. Strong collaborative skills and good collaboration skills across different groups of employees. At SustainScapes and Ecogenetics we emphasize a good relationship between colleagues and students. It is therefore important that you have a positive and open personality. The Department of Biology The Department of Biology (http://bio.au.dk/) provides a framework for research and teaching in all major biological subdisciplines. The department is especially known for its research contribution in biodiversity, global change and conservation biology, aquatic biology and ecology, arctic environment and ecosystems, genetics and evolution, microbiology and zoophysiology. The department currently encompasses approximately 200 academic and technical staff and 45 PhD students while 400 students follow the BSc and MSc programs offered by the institute. The department offers a vibrant and informal research environment with a long-standing tradition of collaboration with international university partners. Much of the internal communication is in English and we welcome international applicants. What we offer an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators a work environment encouraging lively, open and critical discussion a work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance Place of work and area of employment The place of employment is Aarhus University, Department of Biology, Section for Ecoinformatics and Biodiversity (ECOINF), Ny Munkegade 114, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with affiliated institutions. The work involves some periods of field work away from Aarhus. Contact information For further information, please contact: Prof. Signe Normand, +45 93 52 28 77, signe.normand@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.
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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.
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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.
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The Department of Geoscience at Aarhus University, Denmark, invites applications for one or more positions at the Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. Innovative and visionary geoscientists of any field are encouraged to apply, but we especially encourage specialists in the fields of hydrogeology and petrology and/or structural geology. Expectations The appointee will develop their research within their chosen field in collaboration with colleagues both at Aarhus University as well as nationally and internationally. They will develop their research to the highest international level following their own scientific interests and priorities and establish a vibrant research group utilizing external funding. They will develop new curricula and teach classroom-based as well as field-based courses and supervise students at all academic levels. Depending on research field, interest in collaborating with industrial partners and/or other research units at Aarhus University would be beneficial. Qualifications A successful candidate will hold a PhD degree in a relevant natural science discipline, be in strong international research standing, and have a broad multidisciplinary research network. Their scientific profile will be reflected in publications in peer-reviewed international journals. Ability to attract external research funding and documented teaching skills are expected but will be considered in relation to a candidate’s career stage. About the Department of Geoscience The place of work is the Department of Geoscience, Aarhus University. The Department of Geoscience currently employs around 80 staff including faculty, externally funded researchers, postdocs, PhD students, and administrative and technical personnel. We have a strong research profile spanning a broad range of geological and geophysical disciplines within the fields of Climate and Environment, Water and Surface Processes, and Energy and Earth Resources. We have outstanding research and teaching infrastructure including geophysical, geochemical, sedimentological, and micropalaeontological laboratories, core scanning facilities, including a well-equipped class 100 metal-free clean-laboratory, two ICP-MS, and TCN dating facilities. https://geo.au.dk/en/research/faciliteter/laboratories/facilities. We also have the largest pool of hydrogeophysical electromagnetic research instruments in the world as well a high-quality marine and land-based seismic equipment. There exist strong links to other departments at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Faculty of Technical Sciences and faculty of Arts such as Physics and Astronomy, Engineering, and Archaeology. About Aarhus University The beautiful Aarhus University campus is located close to downtown Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark with about 400 000 inhabitants. Aarhus has a lively and charming city centre close to the Aarhus Bay at the Baltic Sea. In Denmark, access to schools, higher education, and health care is free. Generous parental agreements are available. Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Natural Sciences Tenure Track Aarhus University offers talented scientists from around the world attractive career perspectives via the Natural Sciences Tenure Track Programme. Highly qualified candidates are appointed as Assistant Professors for a period of six years with the prospect of performance- based advancement to a tenured Associate Professorship position. The aim of the Natural Sciences Tenure Track Programme is to: attract outstanding talented individuals that are competitive at an international level to promote the early development of independent research success early in the career of scientists to create transparency in the academic career path As part of the tenure track position, the candidate is offered: access to research infrastructure capability development, including postgraduate teacher training a mentoring programme support to develop scientific networks and to secure interdisciplinary research at the highest level As part of the Aarhus University Tenure Track Programme, the University carries out a mid-way evaluation to review the progress of the tenure track candidate after three years, according to the same criteria used in the final tenure review. The final tenure review is conducted after five and a half years. If the review is positive, the candidate will be offered a tenured position as Associate Professor at Aarhus University. Please refer to the tenure track guidelines for the tenure review criteria and for the tenure review process. Application procedure Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications the Head of Department, with assistance from the Assessment Committee Chairperson and the Hiring Committee, selects the candidates to be evaluated by an independent Assessment Committee of experts. The selection is made on the basis of an assessment of who of the candidates are most relevant considering the requirements of the advertisement. All applicants will be notified within 6 weeks whether or not their applications have been sent to the Assessment Committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the Committee and will receive their assessment. Once the recruitment process is completed, a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants. Letter of reference Applicants are strongly urged to include Letters 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, PhD diploma, a complete list of publications, information on past and present research activities, a statement of future research plans including an explanation of how the applicant will develop their own unique research profile, as well as a teaching portfolio including information on previous teaching experience and course evaluations by students (if any). They should also describe how they fit into the Department’s current research and teaching profile, and how they envision collaboration development. Selected research papers and other material may be included 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. Ensuring gender balance is a high priority for Aarhus University, and we particularly encourage women to apply. No candidate will be given preferential treatment, and all applicants will be assessed on the basis of their qualifications for the position in question. 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. 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. 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. The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website, and received by January 31, 2026. The expected appointment is June 1, 2026 or at the soonest possible date. Further information Further information can be obtained from the Head of Department Professor Marit-Solveig Seidenkrantz, Department of Geoscience, Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 2, DK-8000 Aarhus C, by e-mail: mss@geo.au.dk or phone: +45 27782897.