Antje Backhaus

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Leibniz University Hannover
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Antje Backhaus is a Professor at Leibniz University Hannover in Germany. Her research focuses on urban ecology, particularly the role of vegetation in landscape-based stormwater management and the effects of targeted irrigation on urban trees. Recent articles explore innovative nature-based solutions for improving urban environments and the perceptions of urban residents regarding vegetation management.

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Leibniz University Hannover

Post-Doc Research Associate in Green Technologies in Landscape Architecture (INFRA CARE)

Leibniz University Hannover is advertising a Post-Doc Research Associate position in Green Technologies in Landscape Architecture for the EU-Horizon / New European Bauhaus project INFRA-CARE . The project explores the social and spatial dimensions of the blue-green transition in European urban neighborhoods, with a strong focus on living labs , co-creative research , research through design , GIS-based mapping , and the development of a digital neighborhood atlas and policy-relevant guidelines. The role involves contributing to research, coordination of living labs, communication planning, and project administration, with a particular work focus on the Berlin site and collaboration across an international consortium. This is a paid postdoctoral position at pay grade 13 TV-L, 100% , starting 1 September 2026 and limited until 31 August 2029 . The position is based at the Institute of Landscape Architecture , Faculty of Architecture and Landscape, Leibniz University Hannover. Applicants should hold a completed Master’s/Diplom in landscape architecture or a related field, and a doctorate in the relevant area is expected. The university is looking for candidates with peer-reviewed publication experience, excellent English communication skills, software competence (MS Office, graphics software, ideally GIS), and a collaborative, proactive, independent working style. Experience or interest in circular construction, maintenance practices, social infrastructures, co-creative practices, sustainable urban development, and societal transformation is especially relevant. The post also includes opportunities to support doctoral and student supervision and future grant applications. Applications must be submitted electronically by 6 August 2026 to [email protected] , or alternatively by post to Prof. Dr. Antje Backhaus .

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Emilia Danuta Lausen

Københavns Universitet

DENMARK

Marina Bergen Jensen

Københavns Universitet

DENMARK

Jochen Hack

Professor for Digital Environmental Planning

Leibniz University Hannover

GERMANY
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