About the opportunity
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is seeking a non-tenured Associate Professor in archaeometry to join the Cultural Heritage and Archaeometric Research Team (CHART) at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy in Odense. This position is dedicated to the execution of the CIPP Center (Center for the Interior of Parchment and Paper), which includes investigating the Dead Sea Scrolls and developing new analytical methods for paper and parchment. The successful candidate will conduct interdisciplinary research, secure external funding, lead a research group, and contribute to teaching and administration. The role requires a strong research profile in analytical chemistry or archaeometry, experience with advanced instrumentation, and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration between natural sciences and the humanities.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term employment from 1 May 2027 until 31 March 2030
- Salary determined in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Opportunity to lead an internationally recognized research group
- Access to language courses to learn basic Danish within 5 years
Who can apply?
- PhD in archaeometry, analytical chemistry, or a closely related field
- Strong and independent research profile with a track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Hands-on experience with advanced analytical chemical instrumentation
- Experience with luminescence-based dating methods
- Strong teaching record at bachelor and master levels
- Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary research and public outreach
Required documents
- Curriculum vitae including start and end dates of previous employment
- Full list of publications
- Copy of PhD diploma
- Copies of all publications for evaluation
- Brief survey of most important research results and research plans for the next three years
- Teaching portfolio
When to apply
- Application deadline: 15 November 2026 at 23:59 local Danish time
How to apply
- Submit application electronically via the official SDU portal
- Ensure all attached files are in Adobe PDF format
- Submit the application in English as not all committee members are Danish-speaking
Additional information
- The position is based at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy in Odense, Denmark
- Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process
- Interviews may be included as part of the assessment
- The successful applicant is expected to learn basic Danish within 5 years of employment
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Researchers with a PhD in analytical chemistry or archaeometry who have a proven track record of interdisciplinary work between natural sciences and humanities.
- Candidates with specific technical expertise in luminescence-based dating and advanced analytical instrumentation.
- Academics looking to lead a research group within a well-funded, specialized center like the CIPP Center.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term, non-tenured position ending on 31 March 2030, which may not suit those seeking permanent academic security.
- The role requires a commitment to learning Danish within five years, which is a significant long-term professional and personal investment.
- The position involves a mix of research, teaching, and administrative duties, requiring a balanced skill set beyond pure laboratory research.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent opportunity for an early-to-mid-career researcher to gain significant experience leading a specialized research group at an internationally recognized center. It provides a platform to build a strong publication record and expand professional networks across both the natural sciences and the humanities, which can be a valuable stepping stone for future permanent academic or leadership roles.
Our take
This role is highly suitable for researchers with a strong background in archaeometry who are eager to work in an interdisciplinary environment. It is less suitable for those who require a permanent tenure-track position or who are not prepared to engage with the administrative and teaching requirements of a Danish university department.
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