Interviews, data management, and qualitative methods – Student Assistant in Agroecology

Would you like to contribute to the Systems Group in the Department of Agroecology at Aarhus University?

We are looking for a student assistant to support exciting tasks related to developing the foundation for the new Novo Nordisk project: SmartField, which aims to support the adoption and implementation of low-emission management systems and technologies in agriculture.


Your tasks will include

• Conducting interviews with farmers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to gather insights into the adoption of low-emission technologies and sustainable agricultural practices.
• Collecting and organizing data to support the development of tools like SmartFarm, focusing on field- and farm-scale quantification of greenhouse gas emissions such as N2O and CH4, and soil carbon stocks and flows.
• Supporting the review of existing Tier 3 Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) systems developed globally, including methodologies for greenhouse gas accounting and implementation tools, to guide the design of the SmartField platform.
• Assisting in the creation of training materials for farmers, advisors, and policymakers to ensure effective engagement and feedback for the development of MRV systems.

About the position

The position is for 12 months, with a weekly workload of 10–15 hours, and offers flexibility during exam periods and holidays. The primary workplace is located at AU Viborg, Blichers Allé 20, 8830 Tjele, but occasional workspace in Aarhus may be arranged.
You are an active student and provide documentation of enrollment at a higher education institution or a medium-length higher education program at a university college or a similar institution.

We are looking for a student who is:

• Systematic and detail-oriented, with experience in qualitative methods and data management.
• Comfortable conducting interviews and working with a variety of stakeholders, including farmers, government agencies, and researchers.
• Enthusiastic about contributing to research on sustainable agriculture and climate change mitigation.

Preferred competencies

• Availability to collaborate over several semesters is favored.
• Interest in topics related to agroecology, sustainability, or climate change mitigation.

Application deadline: 6 January 2025, with a start date of 15 February 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, please send us your application (max. 1 page), CV, and up to two references.

For further inquiries, feel free to contact Tenure track Assistant Professor Morten Graversgaard at [email protected], +4525645560 or Martin Thorsøe at [email protected]

Formalities and salary range

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Union of Commercial and Clerical Employees in Denmark/State (HK/Stat) for clerical staff, laboratory technicians and IT employees and the joint collective agreement concluded between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Organisations of Public Employees - Denmark - Danish State Sector (the OAO-S joint collective agreement).  

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.

Aarhus University

Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/