Applications are open for a Postdoctoral Position in Precision Agriculture and Soil Health at Aarhus University, starting January 2026. The position focuses on using digital tools, sensors, and modeling to enhance soil health and sustainable crop production. Open to applicants worldwide.
Applicants must hold a PhD in Agricultural Science, Agricultural Engineering, Agroecology, Digital Agronomy, or a related field. They should have research experience in areas such as crop modeling, digital agronomy, or remote sensing, along with strong teamwork, communication, and scientific writing skills.
Aarhus University is one of Denmark’s leading research-intensive institutions, known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and societal impact. Founded in 1928, it consistently ranks among the top universities in Europe and the world. The university offers a vibrant international environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration across natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, health, and the arts.
Aarhus Universitet Information
Established in 1928, Aarhus Universitet (Aarhus University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Aarhus (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Central Denmark Region. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Aarhus Universitet (AU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Aarhus Universitet (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 91 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through Aarhus University’s recruitment system, accessible via the official job advertisement on the Aarhus University website.
Applicants should include the following documents (in English):
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Degree certificates
Complete list of publications
Statement of future research plans
Description of research activities and teaching experience (if applicable)
Contact details of referees (letters of reference should be uploaded before the deadline)