Postdoctoral – Marine Mammal Research Aarhus University

About the Position

Aarhus University’s Department of Ecoscience invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position in Marine Mammal Research as part of the ArcSolution Project. Based in Roskilde, Denmark, this full-time, fixed-term role will start on 15 April 2026. The successful candidate will join a leading research group working on Arctic marine ecosystems, focusing on the ecology, behaviour, and conservation of marine mammals in rapidly changing polar environments. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative, interdisciplinary research at the interface of ecology, oceanography, and environmental management.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: Aarhus University
Department: Department of Ecoscience – Marine Mammal Research
Research Field: Marine Ecology / Arctic Ecosystems / Conservation Biology
Location: Roskilde, Denmark
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (2 years)
Start Date (Anticipated): 15 April 2026
Working Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time)
Salary Range: As per the collective agreement for academic staff at Danish universities
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Marine Mammal Ecology
Arctic and Polar Ecosystems
Oceanographic Field Research
Conservation and Climate Change Impact Studies
Environmental Data Modelling

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Marine Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in marine mammal research or aquatic ecology
Proven ability to conduct fieldwork in challenging environments and handle ecological datasets

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong background in statistical modelling and data visualisation
Experience with marine acoustic monitoring or remote sensing methods
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
Publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals

Key Responsibilities

Conduct and analyse marine mammal field studies under the ArcSolution project
Manage and interpret ecological and acoustic datasets
Prepare scientific manuscripts and contribute to joint publications
Collaborate with international research partners and stakeholders
Present findings at scientific meetings and outreach events

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit your application through the official Aarhus University recruitment portal by the stated deadline. Ensure that all required documents are uploaded in PDF format.

Required Documents: