CaFE Lead: Senior Researcher, Catchment & Freshwater

Aarhus University (AU); Aarhus; On-site; DKK 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University’s Department of Ecoscience invites applications for a permanent full‑time scientific position in Catchment science and Freshwater Ecology (CaFE) focusing on leadership and strategic direction. The appointee will guide research, advisory work, and collaboration across ecosystem processes, nature-based solutions, and long‑term monitoring.

The role includes leading the CaFE focus area, engaging with national and international stakeholders, and building a strong, inclusive research

Qualifications

• Requires a PhD in hydrology, limnology, freshwater ecology, biogeochemistry, environmental science, physical geography, environmental engineering or closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership of research staff and advisory work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CaFE focus area strategy and contribute to Ecoscience2030.
• Shape the department's scientific direction and strategic development of large units.
• Provide science-based advice to ministries, agencies and international decision makers.
• Foster innovation and use of new technologies across the department.
• Support scientific development and career paths of colleagues in the focus area.

Skills

Science leadership

Strategic planning

Research management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in related field

Job description

Aarhus University’s Department of Ecoscience invites applications for a permanent full‑time scientific position in Catchment science and Freshwater Ecology (CaFE) focusing on leadership and strategic direction. The appointee will guide research, advisory work, and collaboration across ecosystem processes, nature-based solutions, and long‑term monitoring.

The role includes leading the CaFE focus area, engaging with national and international stakeholders, and building a strong, inclusive research