Postdoc in Consumer Behaviour, Sustainability, and Experimental Research at Copenhagen Business School Copenhagen Business School in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Food Science

Funding

Appointment and salary will be in accordance with the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Central Academic Organisation. The position is non-tenured for 29 months, with a possible extension to 36 months if teaching is included. No specific stipend amount or tuition coverage is mentioned.

Deadline

Feb 16, 2026

Country

Denmark

University

Copenhagen Business School

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Keywords

Food Science

Behavioral Economics

Environmental Science

Psychology

Marketing

Consumer Behavior

Quantitative Analysis

Food Policy

Environmental Sustainability

About this position

Copenhagen Business School (CBS) invites applications for a Postdoctoral position in Consumer Behaviour and Sustainability at the Department of Management, Society and Communication (MSC). This position is part of the international Horizon Europe TIPRO project, a collaboration with KU Leuven, Wageningen University & Research, and food sector partners in Denmark, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The project aims to identify leverage points to accelerate the transition to more sustainable food systems, focusing on food consumption, distribution, and policy.

At CBS, the postdoc will join the Consumer and Behavioural Insights Group, contributing to the design, execution, and analysis of experimental consumer research. The research will focus on testing interventions to change consumer behaviour across different food environments. The position is supervised by Associate Professor Meike Janssen and may involve participation in other collaborative research projects and grant acquisition activities.

Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent in consumer behaviour, marketing, psychology, behavioural economics, food sciences, or related fields. Essential qualifications include professional proficiency in English, experience with consumer experiments, and quantitative statistical analysis. Experience with project management and proficiency in Danish and/or Dutch are advantageous but not required. The successful candidate is expected to be physically present at CBS and actively participate in departmental and group activities.

The position is non-tenured for 29 months, with a possible extension to 36 months if teaching is included. Salary and appointment will follow the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Central Academic Organisation. The application deadline is 16 February 2026, with a flexible start date from April 2026. CBS is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

For further information, contact Associate Professor Meike Janssen ([email protected]). Application details and the full job advertisement are available via the provided links.

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What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field such as consumer behaviour, marketing, psychology, behavioural economics, food sciences, or related areas. Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required. Experience with consumer experiments and quantitative statistical analysis is essential. Experience with project management and proficiency in Danish and/or Dutch are welcome but not mandatory. Candidates should be interested in working at the intersection of consumer behaviour, food policy, and private actors in the food sector. Active participation in departmental activities and physical presence at CBS is expected.

How to apply

Apply via the electronic recruitment system using the provided link. Submit a cover letter, a complete list of publications, up to 5 prioritized publications, documentation of research experience, transcripts, and a full CV. Ensure all materials are submitted by the deadline.