Meike Janssen

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.

The Department of Management, Society and Communication (MSC) at Copenhagen Business School (CBS) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in consumer behaviour and sustainability. This position is part of the TIPRO project, a Horizon Europe partnership focused on accelerating the transition to sustainable food systems in Denmark, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The project is a collaboration between KU Leuven, CBS, Wageningen University, and food sector partners, with CBS leading the work package on food consumption and behavioural interventions. The successful candidate will design, execute, and analyze experimental consumer research under the supervision of Associate Professor Meike Janssen. The research will focus on interventions to change consumer behaviour in various food environments, contributing to the broader goals of sustainable consumption and policy development. The postdoc may also participate in related collaborative projects and support new grant applications. Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent in consumer behaviour, marketing, psychology, behavioural economics, food sciences, or a related field. Essential qualifications include professional proficiency in English and experience with consumer experiments and quantitative statistical analysis. Project management experience and proficiency in Danish and/or Dutch are advantageous but not required. The position is non-tenured, funded for 29 months with the possibility of extension to 36 months if teaching duties are undertaken. The postdoc is expected to be regularly present at CBS and actively engage with the department and the Consumer & Behavioural Insights Group. MSC is a vibrant, interdisciplinary department bringing together scholars from management, communication, and the social sciences, with a strong focus on the interaction between business, society, and government. The Consumer & Behavioural Insights Group specializes in quantitative research on market demand and sustainability. CBS is committed to diversity and excellence in research and teaching, and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Salary and appointment will follow the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Central Academic Organisation. The ideal start date is April 2026, with some flexibility. For further information, contact Associate Professor Meike Janssen at [email protected]. Application materials must be submitted electronically by 16 February 2026. For more details and to apply, visit the official CBS recruitment portal or the EURAXESS job listing.

The Department of Management, Society and Communication (MSC) at Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is seeking a Postdoctoral researcher for a position in Consumer Behaviour and Sustainability. This role is part of the international TIPRO project, a Horizon Europe partnership involving KU Leuven, Wageningen University & Research, and food sector partners in Denmark, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The project aims to accelerate the transition towards sustainable food systems by identifying leverage points in food consumption, distribution, and policy. At CBS, the postdoc will join the Consumer and Behavioural Insights Group, focusing on the design, execution, and analysis of experimental consumer research. The research will test interventions to change consumer behaviour across various food environments. The position is supervised by Associate Professor Meike Janssen and may involve collaboration on related projects and grant acquisition. Applicants should have a PhD in consumer behaviour, marketing, psychology, behavioural economics, food sciences, or related fields. Required qualifications include professional proficiency in English and experience with consumer experiments and quantitative statistical analysis. Project management experience and proficiency in Danish and/or Dutch are advantageous but not required. The position is based in Copenhagen, with a flexible start date in April 2026. The postdoc appointment is non-tenured for 29 months, extendable to 36 months if teaching is included. Salary and terms are set by the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Central Academic Organisation. CBS is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Application materials must include a cover letter, publication list, up to five selected publications, documentation of research experience, transcripts, and a full CV. Applications are submitted via the CBS electronic recruitment system by 16 February 2026. For further information, contact Associate Professor Meike Janssen at [email protected]. More details about the department and research group can be found on the CBS website.