Stine Slotsbo

Aarhus University is recruiting a 3-year postdoc in Soil Ecotoxicology at the Department of Ecoscience, based in Aarhus, Denmark. The project focuses on the fate and effects of contaminants in soil ecosystems , with research on how substances such as PFAS, microplastics, metals, biochar, digestate, and sewage sludge move through soils and affect soil organisms. The work includes adsorption/desorption, mobility, leaching, trophic transfer, ecological effects, and environmental risk assessment. The postdoc will work with soil systems and organisms, including soil fauna such as earthworms, springtails, and mites , and will contribute to experimental and analytical research in interdisciplinary teams. There may also be involvement in environmental advisory work related to the Danish Soil Monitoring Law. Eligibility: applicants should hold a PhD in environmental science, ecotoxicology, ecology, soil science, or a related field. The department particularly values experience in experimental and/or analytical work, interest in soil fauna ecology, and preferably knowledge of taxonomy and/or environmental DNA (eDNA) approaches. Strong English communication skills are required. Funding and conditions: this is a paid, fixed-term academic postdoctoral appointment for 3 years. Salary is based on seniority under the Danish collective agreement. No scholarship or stipend amount is listed. Application deadline: 1 September 2026, 23:59 CEST. Applications must be submitted in English through Aarhus University’s recruitment system and include a CV, degree certificate, publication list, future research plan, research activity information, teaching portfolio, and verified teaching experience if relevant. Contact: Senior Researcher Marianne Bruus and Senior Researcher Stine Slotsbo are listed as contacts for further information.