Postdoc in Soil Ecotoxicology – Fate and Effects of contaminants in Soil Ecosystems

The Department of Ecoscience at Aarhus University invites applications for a 3-year postdoctoral position in soil ecotoxicology, focusing on the fate and effects of contaminants in soil ecosystems. The position is based at Aarhus University, Aarhus Campus, Denmark.

Job description 

You will contribute to and further develop research on the fate and ecological effects of contaminants in soil ecosystems. The position focuses on both fundamental and applied aspects of soil ecotoxicology in close collaboration with national and international partners.

  • Conduct research on the fate and transport of contaminants in soils, including adsorption/desorption, mobility, leaching and trophic transfer
  • Investigate impacts of emerging and conventional contaminants such as PFAS, microplastics, metals, biochar, digestate and sewage sludge
  • Assess soil ecosystem responses and contribute to environmental risk assessment
  • Conduct experimental work with soil systems and organisms
  • Conduct experimental work on leaching of contaminants from soil
  • Collaborate within interdisciplinary research teams

The position may also include contributions to environmental advisory work, including activities related to the Danish Soil Monitoring Law.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold a PhD in environmental science, ecotoxicology, ecology, soil science, or a related field.

We expect that you:

  • Have a strong academic background in soil ecotoxicology or related disciplines
  • Have experience with experimental and/or analytical work in environmental systems
  • Have an interest in soil fauna ecology (e.g. earthworms, springtails, mites)
  • Preferably have knowledge of taxonomy and/or environmental DNA (eDNA) approaches
  • Are motivated to work in interdisciplinary research environments
  • Have strong communication skills in English

Expected start date and duration of employment

This is a fixed-term 3-year position from 1 December 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Application

More information and how to apply can be found on the Aarhus University’s recruitment system.

Place of work and area of employment 

The place of work is Aarhus University, C.F. Møllers Allé 4, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments.

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Senior Researcher  Marianne Bruus at +45 25 58 06 71 mbp@ecos.au.dk, or Senior Researcher Stine Slotsbo at +45 22621582, stsl@ecos.au.dk.

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than 1 September 2026.