Postdoctoral Position in Concert Research at Aarhus University

Postdoctoral Position in Interdisciplinary Concert Research at Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark

About Position/Job

This postdoctoral position at Aarhus University offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the interdisciplinary CLAPS research project investigating collective applause and live concert experiences. The role aligns with the School of Culture and Society’s mission to advance innovative research in music cognition and performance science, combining experimental methods and cutting-edge technology.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: Aarhus University
Department: School of Culture and Society
Research Field: Music Cognition, Concert Research, Interdisciplinary Performance Science
Location: Aarhus, Denmark
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Postdoctoral Position
Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
Working Hours: Full-time
Salary Range: According to Danish collective labour agreement
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Music Cognition
Psychology of Music
Music Technology
Experimental Concert Research
Audiovisual and Physiological Data Analysis

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD or equivalent degree in Psychology, Musicology, Music Technology, or related field
Experience with experimental design, data processing, and statistical analysis
Programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages
Fluency in English
Strong teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in concert research or musical performance
Familiarity with audiovisual data collection and analysis
Interest in experimental social psychology related to music appreciation

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain data pipelines for audiovisual and survey data from concerts
Analyse applause behaviour and develop concert experience metrics
Design experimental hypotheses and contribute to research publications
Mentor research assistants and collaborate with international partners
Participate in workshops, conferences, and public engagement activities
Assist with grant writing and academic service within the department

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit your application through Aarhus University’s online recruitment system available at the official job posting link. Applications must be in English.

Required Documents:

Cover letter outlining experience, motivation, and contribution to CLAPS project
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
List of publications
Up to two academic publications for assessment
Degree certificates and diplomas