Postdoc: Crop Root Development & Root Zone Water Dynamics

KU; København; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a 34-month Postdoc position in Crop root development and its effects on root zone water and nitrogen dynamics. The successful candidate will join the Crop Physiology and Production Systems group and work with advanced root research facilities to study deep root interactions with soil water and nutrient cycling.

Tasks include running experiments, generating high-quality datasets, and contributing to publications.

Qualifications

• PhD in agricultural science or related disciplines.
• Solid knowledge of whole plant physiology and soil-water–nutrient relations.
• Practical experience with field crop experiments and plant analyses.
• Strong data management and statistical analysis skills.
• Proven record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Excellent English writing and speaking abilities.
• Good interpersonal and collaboration experience in multinational teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments in the RootAccess facility.
• Produce well organized datasets and clearly present results.
• Collaborate with project team and contribute to publications.
• Monitor crop root development and soil water/nitrogen dynamics across depths.

Skills

PhD in agricultural science

Crop physiology

Field experiments

Data management

Statistical analysis

Scientific publications

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

PhD degree in agricultural science

Tools

Minirhizotrons

Soil water sensors

Soil gas samplers

Isotopic tracers

Job description

The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a 34-month Postdoc position in Crop root development and its effects on root zone water and nitrogen dynamics. The successful candidate will join the Crop Physiology and Production Systems group and work with advanced root research facilities to study deep root interactions with soil water and nutrient cycling.

Tasks include running experiments, generating high-quality datasets, and contributing to publications.