Postdoctoral position in big data analytics in teen substance use at the Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research at Aarhus University in Denmark
BSS PSY Psykologisk Institut · Aarhus C, Danmark ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Data analytics
Applications are invited from early-career postdoctoral researchers who can demonstrate an established track record in big data analytics within the field of substance use. The two-year full time position will commence in February 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. You will get the opportunity to analyse and publish on big data from a very large RCT examining out-of-the-box brain-based interventions for adolescents engaged in alcohol use. You will also get unique opportunities to examine risk and protective factors for substance use and related behaviors across large adolescent datasets.
You will be working under the strong mentorship of Professor Kristine Rømer Thomsen at Aarhus University and Professor Sarah W. Feldstein Ewing (UConn Health, U.S.), and in close collaboration with other prominent researchers in the field. The Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research is part of the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences at Aarhus University and provides a vibrant and stimulating research environment in the charming city of Aarhus.
About the applicant
We are thrilled to welcome individuals of any nationality to come live in Denmark and join the project. Appointment as postdoc requires scientific qualifications at the PhD level in a relevant field. You must be able to demonstrate a track record in big data analytics in, or closely related to, the substance use field, and the capacity to not only conduct advanced quantitative analyses, but also the capacity to easily communicate those analyses, e.g., chat with colleagues on the project; write up relevant analytics plans and output in English, including for high impact international journals. The data collection was recently completed, offering attractive opportunities to examine and publish on large datasets and be part of a nationally and internationally strong research team.
Who we are
Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research is an interdisciplinary social science research center. Our research focuses on treatment, prevention, policy, drug markets and recreational use. We study both legal and illegal substances. The Centre is interdisciplinary, and researchers have backgrounds in psychology, sociology, anthropology, criminology, political science and public health. Our task is to conduct research projects, provide education, disseminate knowledge about alcohol and substance use, and collaborate with national stakeholders as well as international research institutions.
See also
The Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences is part of Aarhus BSS, Aarhus University – a top 100 university. Aarhus BSS has achieved the triple-crown AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS accreditations.
At the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, we teach and conduct research into the most significant subject areas of psychology. The department employs around 55-60 academic staff members and 40 PhD students. Our researchers have a strong tradition for collaborating with Danish as well as international researchers from many different academic fields such as health and psychiatry, education, pedagogic, linguistics, philosophy, religious studies, organizational development and management, economics and neuroscience.
For more information about the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, please visit:
Further Information
Further particulars on the position may be obtained from Professor Kristine Rømer Thomsen, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, e-mail: [email protected], Tel.:+45 2991 6092.
If you require assistance with uploading your application or have questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Charlotte Thomsen, HR coordinator, e-mail: [email protected], Tel.: +45 8716 5362.
The place of work is Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Bartholins Allé 11, 8000 Aarhus C
International applicant?
Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information here:
Please find more information about research opportunities at Aarhus University here:
Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here:
Terms of employment
Salary and terms of employment are governed by the Cirkulære om overenskomst for akademikere i staten (in Danish). You will be employed as postdoctoral fellow at base pay level 4–8 with additional supplements in accordance with the Cirkulære om protokollat om visse ansættelsesvilkår for videnskabeligt personale ved universiteter (in Danish).
The job content and qualification requirements are described in further detail in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
Application procedure
When you apply for this position it is mandatory to attach the following:
Materials which cannot be uploaded together with the application may be submitted in three copies to Aarhus BSS HR & PhD, Aarhus University, Bartholins Allé 16, DK-8000 Aarhus C.
Read more about how to apply for an academic post at Aarhus BSS here
The evaluation process
After the application deadline, an assessment committee is appointed. Please note that the assessment of applicants is based solely on the material received prior to the application deadline. For further information, see Guidelines for Assessment Committee, Aarhus BSS.
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 37,000 students (FTEs) and 8,700 employees and has an annual revenue of EUR 1.106 billion. Learn more at
You will be working under the strong mentorship of Professor Kristine Rømer Thomsen at Aarhus University and Professor Sarah W. Feldstein Ewing (UConn Health, U.S.), and in close collaboration with other prominent researchers in the field. The Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research is part of the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences at Aarhus University and provides a vibrant and stimulating research environment in the charming city of Aarhus.
About the applicant
We are thrilled to welcome individuals of any nationality to come live in Denmark and join the project. Appointment as postdoc requires scientific qualifications at the PhD level in a relevant field. You must be able to demonstrate a track record in big data analytics in, or closely related to, the substance use field, and the capacity to not only conduct advanced quantitative analyses, but also the capacity to easily communicate those analyses, e.g., chat with colleagues on the project; write up relevant analytics plans and output in English, including for high impact international journals. The data collection was recently completed, offering attractive opportunities to examine and publish on large datasets and be part of a nationally and internationally strong research team.
Who we are
Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research is an interdisciplinary social science research center. Our research focuses on treatment, prevention, policy, drug markets and recreational use. We study both legal and illegal substances. The Centre is interdisciplinary, and researchers have backgrounds in psychology, sociology, anthropology, criminology, political science and public health. Our task is to conduct research projects, provide education, disseminate knowledge about alcohol and substance use, and collaborate with national stakeholders as well as international research institutions.
See also
The Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences is part of Aarhus BSS, Aarhus University – a top 100 university. Aarhus BSS has achieved the triple-crown AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS accreditations.
At the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, we teach and conduct research into the most significant subject areas of psychology. The department employs around 55-60 academic staff members and 40 PhD students. Our researchers have a strong tradition for collaborating with Danish as well as international researchers from many different academic fields such as health and psychiatry, education, pedagogic, linguistics, philosophy, religious studies, organizational development and management, economics and neuroscience.
For more information about the Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, please visit:
Further Information
Further particulars on the position may be obtained from Professor Kristine Rømer Thomsen, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, e-mail: [email protected], Tel.:+45 2991 6092.
If you require assistance with uploading your application or have questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Charlotte Thomsen, HR coordinator, e-mail: [email protected], Tel.: +45 8716 5362.
The place of work is Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Bartholins Allé 11, 8000 Aarhus C
International applicant?
Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information here:
Please find more information about research opportunities at Aarhus University here:
Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here:
Terms of employment
Salary and terms of employment are governed by the Cirkulære om overenskomst for akademikere i staten (in Danish). You will be employed as postdoctoral fellow at base pay level 4–8 with additional supplements in accordance with the Cirkulære om protokollat om visse ansættelsesvilkår for videnskabeligt personale ved universiteter (in Danish).
The job content and qualification requirements are described in further detail in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
Application procedure
When you apply for this position it is mandatory to attach the following:
Application
Curriculum Vitae. You are encouraged to declare any periods of leave without research activity, including, for example, maternity leave, since your research activities are assessed in relation to your actual research time
Education (diploma for master's, PhD and possibly higher doctoral degree)
List of publications (the enclosed publications must be clearly marked on the list of publications)
Publications. Up to three publications can be included in the application. In the event of several authors the publications must be accompanied by a co-author statement concerning the applicant's share of the collaborative work with the consent of the co-authors. This template may be used for the purpose
Materials which cannot be uploaded together with the application may be submitted in three copies to Aarhus BSS HR & PhD, Aarhus University, Bartholins Allé 16, DK-8000 Aarhus C.
Read more about how to apply for an academic post at Aarhus BSS here
The evaluation process
After the application deadline, an assessment committee is appointed. Please note that the assessment of applicants is based solely on the material received prior to the application deadline. For further information, see Guidelines for Assessment Committee, Aarhus BSS.
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 37,000 students (FTEs) and 8,700 employees and has an annual revenue of EUR 1.106 billion. Learn more at