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To expand and enhance its research and teaching capacity in environmental policy and governance, the Department of Food and Resource Economics at University of Copenhagen is seeking a highly motivated and creative Tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Environmental Policy and Governance. The candidate is expected to have
Tenure-track assistant professor The research agenda includes, but is not restricted to, environmental policy processes, policy reform, policy making for green transition, integration of environmental policy in sectoral policies and environmental policy mixes. The tenure-track assistant professor is expected to teach and convene courses related to the newly launched and prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters programme in European Environmental Economics and Policy (M3EP), which is led by University of Copenhagen and delivered in collaboration with partners from the 4EU+ European University Alliance (Heidelberg University, University of Milan, Charles University and University of Warsaw). The tenure-track assistant professor must have an academic standing showing internationally high-quality research and have internationally recognized high potential to make a future impact. Assessment of applicants for the tenure-track assistant professorship will primarily consider their level of documented, internationally recognised research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory, but documented teaching qualifications and teaching experience will be considered.
The research agenda includes, but is not restricted to, environmental policy processes, policy reform, policy making for green transition, integration of environmental policy in sectoral policies and environmental policy mixes, The associate professor is expected to teach and convene courses related to the newly launched and prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters programme in European Environmental Economics and Policy (M3EP), which is led by University of Copenhagen and delivered in collaboration with partners from the 4EU+ European University Alliance (Heidelberg University, University of Milan, Charles University and University of Warsaw). Applicants are required to have university level teaching experience, documented teaching competencies and will be required to explain and reflect upon one’s own teaching practice and portfolio. Formal pedagogical training or supervision equivalent to the University of Copenhagen teacher training programme for assistant professors is required. Responsibilities include the applicant’s own research, further development of the department’s environmental policy research, assessment tasks, grant applications, and research management such as supervision and training of research fellows and other staff. The associate professor must also teach, supervise, prepare and participate in examinations, and fulfill other tasks requested by the Department. Assessment of applicants for the associate professorship will primarily consider their level of documented, original scientific production at an international level, including contributions to developments in their field, as well as their documented teaching qualifications. Managerial and out-reach qualifications of applicants including ability to attract external funding will also be considered. University of Copenhagen’s criteria for recognizing merit For associate professors: https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnskabelige-stillinger/dokumenter-til-meritering/5b_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Associate_professors.pdf . The tenure-track assistant programme Performance of the tenure-track assistant professor will be followed via internal yearly evaluations and a mid-term and final international evaluation by an assessment committee. If the ‘final appraisal’ is positive you will be promoted as associate professor. Performance and progression towards the criteria below will be evaluated with due consideration of differences between research fields. After a 6-year tenure-track period tenure-track assistant professors are expected to meet the criteria for appointment of associate professors at the University of Copenhagen. Terms of employment The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff. Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. The position will be based in the department section where the profile fits best. The employed candidate is expected to collaborate broadly within and outside the Department. In all sections, social scientists from several disciplines undertake research to address the critical challenges society face with respect to protecting our planet, its climate, environment and life, the sustainability of global natural resource-based sectors like the agro-food sector, fishery and forestry, and the links between development, conservation, and natural resources use. The Department of Food and Resource Economics is uniquely placed in the enviable role of undertaking research, education, and public-sector services of international excellence in these fields and with significant impact in the scientific community, and on policy and practice. Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/departments/.https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/departments/. Inquiries about the position can be made to interim head of department Per Svejstrup, email psh@ifro.ku.dk or Professor Carsten Daugbjerg, email: cda@ifro.ku.dk or phone: +45 35 33 22 69. Filing of application The application including all attachments should be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. Applying for the tenure-track assistant professorship please include
Applying for the associate professorship please include
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/. Interviews will be held on 25 September 2025. Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. ContactContactInfo
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