Research Fellow in the Field of Food Sociology

7 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct fieldwork among empty nesters in Denmark to investigate their everyday practices related to food production and climate footprint
  • Develop critical analyses and produce high-quality academic texts
  • Disseminate research findings to public and private sectors

The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in sociology or anthropology, excellent Danish and English language skills, and experience in qualitative data collection and ethnographic fieldwork. They will also have a strong ability to develop critical analyses and produce high-quality academic texts.



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