Job Summary
The Department of Ecoscience at Aarhus University is inviting applications for a two-year postdoctoral position within the Section for Catchment Science and Environmental Management. This role focuses on research regarding nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions from agricultural nitrogen losses to surface waters and the synthesis of greenhouse gas emissions and nutrient retention in drainage mitigation measures.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
Biogeochemistry, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental Science, Hydrology, and Catchment Science.
Location
Department of Ecoscience, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark.
Eligibility/Qualification
The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:
- A PhD degree in biogeochemistry, aquatic ecology, environmental science, hydrology, or a related field.
- A valid driving licence, as the position involves fieldwork in Danish agricultural landscapes.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with measurements of greenhouse gases (e.g., N2O, CH4) in aquatic systems or soils.
- Knowledge of nitrogen and phosphorus cycling in agricultural catchments, wetlands, or constructed wetlands.
- Experience with analysis of large or high-frequency datasets (e.g., using R or Python).
- A documented record of publishing in international peer-reviewed journals.
Job Description
The postdoc will work on two closely linked research activities:
- Aqua-N2O Project: Identifying drivers of aquatic N2O emissions using high-frequency in-situ sensor monitoring to provide the scientific basis for regional modelling and evaluating mitigation strategies.
- Drainage Mitigation Measures: Synthesizing results on greenhouse gas emissions and nutrient retention (nitrogen and phosphorus) from Danish drainage mitigation measures such as constructed wetlands and buffer zones.
Main Tasks:
- Conducting fieldwork, including sensor deployment and water/gas sampling.
- Processing and analyzing high-frequency sensor and monitoring data.
- Compiling and synthesizing existing environmental performance data.
- Writing scientific papers for international peer-reviewed journals.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system. The application must be in English and include the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Degree certificates.
- A complete list of publications.
- A statement of future research plans.
- Information about research activities and teaching portfolio (if applicable).
Last Date for Apply
1 December 2026 (23:59 CET)
Apply Link
Apply Online at Aarhus University
