The Freshwater Ecology group at the Department of Biology is seeking a motivated Lab Technician to support our research on sustainable lake restoration with focus on phosphorus recycling.

The position is for 2 years from December 1^st, 2025, with possibility for extension, and the working time is 30 hours per week.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting plant pot experiments, including biomass measurements, growth assessments, and nutrient/element analyses in plants, soils, and fertilizer materials.

• Monitoring large-scale field plot experiments, including plant harvest and soil sampling.

• Maintaining a long-term nutrient flux experiment, including weekly water sampling for nutrient analysis.

Qualifications:

• Practical experience in plant growth experiments as well as plant, soil, and water sampling and processing.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.

• A valid driver’s license is required.

We offer:

• An opportunity to contribute to research addressing key ecological challenges.

• A collaborative and supportive work environment within the Department of Biology.

• Hands-on involvement in both laboratory and field-based research.

Contact person is Research Manager Anna-Marie Klamt, amklamt@biology.sdu.dk 

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Laboratory Association affiliated with HK/STAT.

Application must include cover letter, CV and certificate. All documents in connection with the application should not contain CPR number (civil registration number) – in that case, the CPR number must be crossed out. 

All attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. Cover letter and CV can contain max. 5 Mb.

We recommend that you read how to apply before you apply.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

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