Postdoctoral Researcher Position at Aarhus University, Denmark

About the Position/Job

Aarhus University’s Department of Biology – Section for Ecoinformatics and Biodiversity invites applications for a prestigious two-year postdoctoral fellowship under the ECONOVO Centre. This interdisciplinary project aims to forecast biosphere-scale ecological effects in the context of increasing ecological novelty using advanced species distribution and vegetation models. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with leading scientists in a highly collaborative, internationally networked research environment focused on pressing global biodiversity and climate issues.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Institution: Aarhus University
Department: Department of Biology – Ecoinformatics and Biodiversity
Research Field: Ecology, Global Change, Biodiversity Modelling
Location: Aarhus, Denmark
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Postdoc
Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
Working Hours: 37 hours/week
Salary Range: As per agreement with Danish Ministry of Taxation
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Ecological novelty and novel ecosystems
Species distribution models (SDMs)
Process-based vegetation models
Global vegetation patterns and biosphere-climate feedback
Trophic complexity, disturbance regimes, and geodiversity
Climate resilience, carbon storage, and restoration ecology

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Ecology or a related field (must be submitted before the deadline)
Strong background in quantitative ecological modelling
Solid general skills in ecological theory and practice
Proficient in written and spoken English

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with future forecasting or scenario modelling
Demonstrated ability to publish internationally
Proven teamwork and collaborative research skills

Key Responsibilities

Lead original research addressing how ecological novelty affects global biodiversity and climate feedbacks
Use modelling approaches to explore carbon, albedo, and evapotranspiration impacts
Develop and publish at least three high-quality papers
Contribute actively to ECONOVO outreach, education, and internal collaboration
Engage with international collaborators and support junior researchers