Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) position in Catchment-Scale Hydrologic Modelling Full-time

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Position in Catchment-Scale Hydrologic Modelling

The Department of Ecoscience invites applications for a tenure track position as assistant professor in catchment-scale hydrological modelling. The position aims to strengthen and complement the Department's ongoing activities in catchment-scale modelling of nutrient and contaminant transport in agricultural systems.

You will be part of the Aarhus University SWAT (Soil and Water Assessment Tool) modelling group. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to advance next-generation modelling approaches at the interface of agriculture, hydrology, ecology, and socio-environmental systems. You will contribute to the development of integrated assessment frameworks that support sustainable land-use transitions and climate adaptation at local, regional, and national scales.

The position involves modelling agricultural production and land-management dynamics and their impacts on water quantity and quality under changing environmental and socio-economic conditions, focusing on phenological development and crop yields under climate variability and future scenarios (e.g., agro-forestry systems and other management interventions), and integrating SWAT+ outputs with life-cycle assessment modules. Furthermore, to enhance the group's capacity to capture land to sea connectivity, you will help build tighter linkages between SWAT+ and downstream aquatic models that assess the impacts of pollutant loads on marine ecology, water quality, and ecosystem services. You will be expected to publish your research in peer-reviewed scientific journals and technical reports, write research proposals for external funding, and supervise MSc and PhD students. Where required, you will apply your research findings to contribute to the Department's science-based policy support activities for the Danish government. You will collaborate closely with researchers from the Section for Freshwater Ecology, especially the Computational Limnology group and the Nature-Based Solutions Center (C-NBS) while developing an independent research profile.

We are searching for a highly motivated candidate who has:

• A PhD in hydrology, environmental engineering, environmental science, geography, ecology, or a related field
• Strong experience in hydrological modelling
• Proficiency in R and/or Python
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing
• Ability to work with large and heterogeneous datasets
• Experience with scientific writing
• Excellent written and spoken English

Further, we will give preference to candidates with some of the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of crop and plant growth processes and modelling
• Familiarity with Danish agricultural systems
• Experience in science-based advice
• Experience in supervision of BSc, MSc and/or PhD students
• Co-simulation between ecohydrological and life cycle assessment models

Personal qualifications include the ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary research teams, to engage with external stakeholders and end users, and to contribute positively to a collaborative research environment. Teamwork and cross-disciplinary research are key elements within the Department.

The successful candidate will be integrated into the Section for Catchment Science and Environmental Management at the Department of Ecoscience. Research and advisory activities in the Department are largely project-based, with a strong tradition for interdisciplinary research and international collaboration. The Department of Ecoscience is engaged in research programs and advisory work covering the major biological sub-disciplines. We conduct innovative, advanced research in the areas of aquatic biology and ecology, Arctic environments and ecosystems, biodiversity, conservation biology, and wildlife management. The Department currently employs approximately 300 academic and technical staff, as well as many PhD students. The qualified candidate will work in a supportive and internationally engaged scientific environment at the Section for Freshwater Ecology. The department aims to be a supportive and encouraging workplace that offers interesting challenges, collaborative colleagues, and avenues for academic growth. The department actively facilitates a healthy integration of work and personal life and aspires to recruit and maintain highly skilled individuals who prioritise curiosity and trust.

The department/centre offers:

• a well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories and access to shared equipment
• an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators
• a research climate encouraging lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research
• a work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities
• a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.

The main place of work will be on the main campus of Aarhus University, C.F. Møllers Allé 3, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark.

For further information you may contact Associate Professor Katrin Bieger, +45 93521685; katrin.bieger@ecos.au.dk

Applications must be received no later than 1.6.2026.