Impact Lead, Children and Young People’s Wellbeing

AAU; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalborg University in Aalborg seeks an Associate Professor in Children and Young People’s Wellbeing for a permanent, full-time position commencing 1 February 2027 or soon thereafter.

The successful candidate will develop a research agenda, lead research groups, supervise students, and contribute to teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs, with a focus on vulnerable children and policy impact.

Qualifications

• PhD in social work or related field.
• Proven international publishing record in the field.
• Experience in initiating, conducting and disseminating research projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research on children and young people’s social and mental wellbeing.
• Contribute to research groups and secure external funding.
• Teach and supervise Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral students.

Skills

Research & teaching qualifications

International publishing

Pedagogical skills development

Supervision of students

Education

Doctoral degree in social work or related discipline

Job description

Aalborg University in Aalborg seeks an Associate Professor in Children and Young People’s Wellbeing for a permanent, full-time position commencing 1 February 2027 or soon thereafter.

The successful candidate will develop a research agenda, lead research groups, supervise students, and contribute to teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs, with a focus on vulnerable children and policy impact.