Postdoc on Human-Mosquito Relations in Denmark's Green Transition

About the role

The Department of Food and Resource Economics (IFRO) at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a two‑year postdoctoral position. The research focuses on how Denmark’s green transition influences human‑mosquito interactions and the broader implications for biodiversity, health and land‑use policy.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and investigate one or more case‑study sites where land‑use change and mosquito populations intersect.
• Apply social‑science methods to analyse evolving human perceptions of mosquitoes as environmental disservices.
• Engage local stakeholders to identify barriers and co‑create solutions for mosquito nuisance within green‑transition initiatives.
• Produce evidence on how land‑use change drives shifts in mosquito abundance and public perception.
• Disseminate findings through academic publications, policy briefs and stakeholder workshops.

Required profile

• PhD in social sciences, environmental studies, geography or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary research linking ecology, public health and policy.
• Experience with qualitative research, stakeholder engagement and case‑study design.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

• Qualitative research methods (interviews, focus groups, participant observation).
• Data analysis software for social‑science research (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti).
• Academic writing and presentation skills.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term, two‑year contract starting December 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter).
• Competitive postdoctoral salary in line with Danish research standards.
• Access to interdisciplinary expertise, laboratory facilities and field sites.
• Opportunities for international collaboration and publication.