INTERSECT Visiting Fellowship – University of Copenhagen 2025

INTERSECT Visiting Research Fellowship – University of Copenhagen, Denmark

About Position/Job

The INTERSECT research hub at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for its Visiting Research Fellowship for Fall 2025. The programme supports interdisciplinary academic work that addresses questions of inequality, justice, and urban transformation, encouraging younger scholars—especially those at PhD or postdoctoral level—to apply.

INTERSECT explores the intersection of arts, humanities, social sciences, and design to develop new methods of identifying and discussing complex urban, ecological, and social challenges. The fellowship supports scholars working on topics related to cities, landscapes, and communities through inclusive, creative, and collaborative research.

Position/Job Details

Position: Visiting Research Fellow
Institution: University of Copenhagen
Department: INTERSECT, hosted by the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management
Research Field: Urban Studies, Social Justice, Environmental Humanities, Arts & Design Research
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Number of Post: 1 (Visiting Fellow, Fall Term)
Job Type: Visiting Fellowship (Short-Term Research Stay)
Start Date (Anticipated): Fall 2025
Working Hours: As per university academic norms
Salary Range: Travel support up to 10,000 DKK
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD or currently enrolled in PhD programme

Research Area

Urban inequality and spatial justice
Cultural, social, and ecological transformation
Multimodal and interdisciplinary methodologies
Visual, artistic, and GIS-based approaches
Participatory and community-engaged research

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD or currently pursuing a PhD in a relevant field
Research aligned with INTERSECT’s core themes
Strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with participatory methods or creative approaches
Interest in organising academic events and contributing to research communities
Fluency in English

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent research in residence at INTERSECT
Participate in relevant academic activities
Organise a CIRCLE seminar during your stay
Engage with the interdisciplinary research environment at the University of Copenhagen