Postdoctoral Position in Cultural Science

University of Copenhagen

Denmark

Position: Postdoctoral Researcher – Climate Adaptation and Green Transition in Kalaallit Nunaat (Greenland)
Department: Greenlandic and Arctic Studies, Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen
Start Date: February 1, 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Duration: 22 months
Project: LIQUIDICE – Horizon Europe project on impacts of climate change on snow, ice, permafrost, water resources, and society (https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101184962)
Location: Greenland and Denmark


Project Overview

  • Focus on citizen engagement, public resistance, democratic participation, and green energy transitions (e.g., hydropower) in Arctic communities.

  • Study local climate adaptation strategies, hydropower practices, and societal impacts of changing cryosphere-derived water resources.

  • Collaborate with natural scientists and international research consortium partners across Europe and India.


Candidate Profile

  • PhD in Arctic Studies, social sciences, or humanities.

  • Strong interdisciplinary research skills.

  • Expertise in climate adaptation, renewable energy, and/or policy studies.

  • Experience with stakeholder engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Proficiency in English; knowledge of Greenlandic (Kalaallisut) or a Scandinavian language is an advantage.


Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent research aligned with LIQUIDICE WP4.2.

  • Collaborate with consortium partners and contribute to interdisciplinary research.

  • Engage with local communities and stakeholders in Greenland.

  • Disseminate research findings through publications and outreach activities.


Application Requirements

  • Cover letter (max 2 pages)

  • CV including contact info

  • Documentation of qualifications (PhD diploma, certificates)

  • Project proposal (max 2 pages) describing contribution to LIQUIDICE

  • List of publications

  • Documentation of prior research dissemination/outreach (if any)

Application Deadline: December 1, 2025, 23:59 CET
Salary: Starting at DKK 39,200/month (~EUR 5,249) + 18.07% pension contribution
Application Link: Apply Now
Contact: Lill Rastad Bjørst, Rastad@hum.ku.dk


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