Professor / Associate Professor / Senior Researcher taking lead in Catchment and Freshwater Ecosystem sciences

Aarhus University; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University invites applications for a full-time permanent scientific position at the Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Researcher level in Catchment Science and Freshwater Ecology (CaFE). The role emphasizes leadership, strategy, and high-impact research across wetlands, streams, lakes and surrounding landscapes.

We seek a scientist with a strong track record in catchment science and freshwater ecology, including science-based advisory work and collaboration with multiple sectors.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in large research groups or units.
• Proven ability to coordinate strategic research agendas and actions.
• Strong project management and grant leadership skills.
• Established international research networks and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Experience in science-based advisory work to agencies or ministries.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of the CaFE focus area strategy in line with Ecoscience 2030.
• Foster an inclusive and productive research environment across sections and centres.
• Engage with Danish ministries and international decision-makers providing science-based advice.
• Drive innovation by adopting new technologies and cross-unit collaboration.
• Support career development and mentoring of research staff.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic coordination

Project management

Networking & collaboration

Science advisory work

Education

PhD in hydrology/limnology/freshwater ecology or related

Job description

Professor / Associate Professor / Senior Researcher Taking Lead In Catchment And Freshwater Ecosystem Sciences

The Department of Ecoscience at Aarhus University invites applications for a full-time permanent scientific position (Full Professor, Associate Professor, or Senior Researcher) in the Catchment Science and Freshwater Ecology (CaFE) focus area. We are looking for a scientist who enjoys taking lead and working strategically with organizational impact covering the range of research areas in CaFE.

The position centers around research and research based advisory in catchment processes and freshwater ecosystems – including wetlands, streams and lakes and the landscapes like forests, agricultural areas etc. that surround them. We expect the candidates to have expertise and track record with one or more of the key thematic areas:

• Hydrology and the retention and transport of nutrients and hazardous substances
• Biogeochemical processes and emissions of greenhouse gases from land and water bodies, including interactions with carbon and nutrient dynamics
• Freshwater ecology and the links between abiotic and biotic processes, including ecosystem functioning, biodiversity, and responses to human pressures and climate change
• Nature-based solutions and ecosystem restoration to strengthen biodiversity and resilience and reduce nutrient loss, limit greenhouse gas emissions and regulate water flow in the landscape
• Combining long-term monitoring data with novel research using laboratory, mesocosm and field experiments, in situ sensor data and catchment- and ecosystem modelling

At Department of Ecoscience, all scientific staff in general are expected to contribute to external income generation, dissemination of knowledge, and talent development. Your specific scientific responsibilities may also include:

• Taking the lead on the development and implementation of the CaFE focus area strategy as part of the Department's strategy, Ecoscience 2030 – including formulating concrete goals and action plans for implementation in dialogue with colleagues and the Department's management
• Setting the direction and fostering a strong and inclusive research environment across the Section for Catchment Science and Environmental Management, the Section for Freshwater Ecology and the Centre for Nature-based Solutions
• Bringing our research and knowledge to Danish ministries and agencies as well as to other relevant national, European and international decision makers through science-based advice, making an impact for the society around us
• Promoting innovation within the focus area and wider department by fostering use of new and/or novel technologies through closer dialogue and interaction with other sections/focus area within the department and across the faculty
• Supporting the scientific development and career paths of colleagues in the focus area

We are looking for a scientist with a strong research track record as well as documented experience with science-based advisory work and leadership of research staff. You have expertise within catchment science and freshwater ecology, previous experience working in interdisciplinary teams and from broad sectoral collaborations. Applicants must hold a PhD in hydrology, limnology, freshwater ecology, biogeochemistry, environmental science, physical geography, environmental engineering or a closely related discipline. The level of appointment (Full Professor, Associate Professor or Senior Researcher) will be determined based on qualifications. We value in particular:

• Excellent leadership experience from similar research environments; e.g., leading larger research groups and taking responsibility for strategic development of larger units (academic citizenship)
• Skills in strategic scientific coordination, strategy development, project management, and building research networks
• An established international network, collaborative skills and relationships within catchment science and/or freshwater ecology and nature-based solutions
• Documented experience in securing and leading externally funded research projects
• Documented experience with science-based advisory work and engagement with authorities and other stakeholders

Excellent written and spoken English; Strong Danish language skills are an advantage.

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