Postdoctoral Fellow in Hydrology and Catchment Biogeochemistry

Arbeidsplassen; Loholt; On-site; NOK 538,390 - 729,410; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor programme

Pension fund

Norwegian language training

Job summary

NTNU is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Hydrology and Catchment Biogeochemistry at the Department of Geography and Social Anthropology in Trondheim. The successful candidate will investigate the effects of peatland restoration on hydrology and biogeochemistry through fieldwork, modelling, and data‑driven analyses.

The position is for three years, funded by the Research Council of Norway, with partnerships across European institutions.

Qualifications

• PhD completed before start date.
• Documentation of the completed doctorate must be presented before taking up the position.
• Experience in hydrology, catchment biogeochemistry or peatland restoration.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high‑quality research on peatland restoration and hydrology/biogeochemistry.
• Publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Lead field research activities in collaboration with the PI.
• Curate datasets and use for research/publications.
• Conduct data-driven and modelling analyses of soil saturation and hydrologic response.
• Engage in group discussions and international activities.
• Co‑supervise master and PhD students and assist with funding/academic development.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Education

Doctoral degree in Hydrology/Geoscience

Tools

Programming skills

Fieldwork techniques

UAV experience

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow in Hydrology and Catchment Biogeochemistry

Department of Geography and Social Anthropology, NTNU, Trondheim, Norway.

We are looking for a capable and motivated candidate to investigate the effects of peatland restoration on hydrology and catchment biogeochemistry through field investigations, modelling and data‑driven analyses. The position is for three years, funded by the Research Council of Norway and carried out in partnership with Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne and the Norwegian Institute for Water Research.

Duties of the position

• Carry out high‑quality scientific research on peatland restoration and its impact on hydrology and biogeochemistry.
• Publish research results in high‑impact, peer‑reviewed scientific journals.
• Take responsibility for the field research activities of the project in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.
• Curate the resulting datasets and use them for own research and publications.
• Conduct data‑driven and modelling analyses related to soil saturation, hydrologic response and functioning of peatland headwaters and river catchments.
• Engage in scientific discussions and actively participate in the research group.
• Participate in international activities such as conferences and research stays.
• Contribute to career‑promoting work such as co‑supervision of master and PhD students, research funding management or other academic development activities.

Required selection criteria

• Completed doctoral degree in Hydrology, Geoscience, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography or a closely related field.
• Documentation of the completed doctorate must be presented before taking up the position.
• Previous research experience in hydrology, catchment biogeochemistry, peatland restoration or related fields.
• Authored peer‑reviewed publications (including those under review or submitted).
• Interest in field‑based research and an affinity for outdoor work.
• Curiosity and an entrepreneurial attitude.
• Fluency in English with good written communication skills.

Preferred selection criteria

• Experience in field‑based scientific research in hydrology or catchment biogeochemistry; or in environmental surveying using unmanned aerial vehicles and data application; or in development and application of analytical and numerical models with excellent programming skills.
• Interest in co‑supervising master and PhD students from the partner institutions.
• Willingness to contribute ideas toward the development of research projects.

Personal characteristics

• Work independently and in a structured manner.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Be flexible and open to adapting research plans as the project develops.
• Engage positively with feedback.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively in an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Show curiosity and a strong motivation for the subject.

We offer

• An exciting postdoctoral position with an important social mission.
• Developing tasks in a strong and international professional environment.
• Career guidance throughout the postdoctoral program and a personalized career plan.
• An open and inclusive working environment with committed colleagues.
• Mentor programme for new employees at NTNU.
• Favorable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
• Free Norwegian language training at a basic level (A2).

Salary and conditions

Gross annual salary of NOK 633,400 (subject to qualifications and seniority); 2 % is deducted for the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund. The employment period is three years, with a start date no later than 1 March 2027. The position is contingent on external funding.

Diversity and Equality

NTNU is an equal‑opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, disability, or background, and we have measures in place to promote diversity and gender balance in scientific positions.

Application deadline

1 September 2026