Postdoc Position in Geosciences
University of Copenhagen
Denmark
Department: Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, Section for Forest and Bioresources
University: University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Deadline: 23 November 2025
Start Date: 1 March 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Contract: Full-time, 3 years
Supervisor: Associate Professor Niclas Scott Bentsen (nb@ign.ku.dk)
Project Overview
The project focuses on carbon dioxide removal (CDR) through Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) in Europe, assessing the climate effects, ecosystem service trade-offs, and direct and indirect land use change impacts of large-scale deployment. It is part of the Novo Nordisk Foundation project: “BECCS as a tool to achieve net-negative GHG emissions in Europe.”
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct independent research under PI supervision
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Analyze and interpret ecosystem and land-use data
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Participate in dissemination, including publishing in high-impact journals
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Contribute to teaching and mentoring activities
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Collaborate with international research partners, including short-term stays abroad
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Report research progress clearly and systematically
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
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Strong interdisciplinary background in ecology, forestry, systems analysis, or land use change
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Experience in quantitative modelling and data analysis of land use
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Knowledge of ecosystem services assessment and trade-offs
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Systems thinking and interdisciplinary approach
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Excellent English communication skills
Desirable:
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Interest in forests, biosphere-atmosphere interactions, climate policy
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Strong teamwork, networking, and leadership abilities
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Ability to plan and manage complex research tasks
Application Requirements
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Motivated letter (1 page) linking past experiences to position requirements
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Curriculum Vitae
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Copies of diplomas and transcripts (Bachelor, Master, PhD) with English translations if needed
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Publication list
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Reference letters (if available)
Application Submission: Online via the University of Copenhagen portal
Interviews: Expected in week 51, 2025
More Info on Recruitment: UCPH Recruitment Process
This position is ideal for researchers interested in climate change mitigation, forest-based CDR, and interdisciplinary environmental research with a strong quantitative and systems analysis component.
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