Do you want to help strengthen biodiversity in Denmark?

The Secretariat of the Biodiversity Council is seeking three dedicated staff members to support the Biodiversity Council's work.

The Biodiversity Council's secretariat is seeking one data analyst and two professional staff for fixed-term positions starting 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter for tasks in data analysis, preparation of notes and coordination of projects.

Expected start date and duration

These are three one-year positions starting from 1 January 2027 or as early as possible thereafter with an average of 37 hours per week, shorter working hours can be agreed.

Job description as data analyst

Your tasks will primarily consist of

• Planning and conducting geospatial analyses initiated by the Biodiversity Council.
• Compiling and documenting data.
• Contributing to report writing and background notes regarding data, analyses and results.
• Ensuring ongoing dialogue about the design of analyses with the council members involved.

Job description as professional staff

Your tasks will primarily consist of

• Collecting and building relevant biodiversity-science knowledge for use in the Biodiversity Council's work
• Outreach, coordination and communication with colleagues and external stakeholders
• Preparing professional notes and analyses for the Biodiversity Council's work
• Other supportive tasks in connection with council servicing

Your profile as data analyst

We are seeking a profile with experience in database management as well as quantitative, statistical and geospatial analyses of data relevant to biodiversity in Denmark:

• Has a strong analytical background and relevant academic experience with geospatial analyses. Experience from data science and research can be an advantage.
• Has work experience from universities, private or public sector.
• Masters theories, analytical methods and issues within research and governance on biodiversity and ecological contexts.
• Can build databases and ensure that the council's analyses are reducible and has experience with effective documentation and transparency.

Your profile as professional staff

We are looking for two profiles with experience from biological/biological policy work and/or nature policy work as well as with administrative and communications tasks:

• Has knowledge of and understanding of Danish nature policy, including relevant national and international legislation
• Has in-depth knowledge of Danish nature and biodiversity, nature governance and natural ecological processes within one or more Danish ecosystems
• Has strong communication skills and can articulate clearly across recipient groups
• Has strong competencies in planning and coordinating projects
• Has work experience at the crossroads of nature and politics, e.g. through work in municipalities, agencies, councils or other state bodies

In addition, we expect employees in all three positions

• Can work analytically, strategically and solution-oriented and are able to synthesize and conceptualize a topic or issue.
• Are flexible, robust and thrive in a dynamic and changing daily life where there can be periods of high work pressure.
• Have good collaboration skills, are approachable and want to make a difference for biodiversity in Denmark by supporting the Biodiversity Council's work.
• Are quality-conscious and detail-oriented and can work in a structured and organized manner.
• Can handle confidential information and work independently of personal interests.
• Master Danish at a high level – both written and spoken

Who we are

The Biodiversity Council is an independent, research-based expert body tasked with advising the government and the Parliament on initiatives that can reverse biodiversity loss and promote progress, as well as on how Denmark can most effectively meet its international obligations.

The Biodiversity Council consists of a chair and eight ordinary members who represent biodiversity on land, in freshwater and in the sea, as well as the legal, societal and environmental economic, and behavioral aspects that are important for preserving biodiversity.

The Biodiversity Council has been appointed for a one-year term in 2027. The position is therefore fixed-term, initially until the end of December 2027, but with the possibility of extension if additional funds are allocated to the Biodiversity Council.

The Biodiversity Council Secretariat supports the Council's work and consists of 11 staff members and four student assistants.

With us you will be part of a committed team where we work collectively and focus on both professionalism and a good and informal atmosphere in daily life. We expect you to want to bring your skills into play and actively contribute to the team's development and collaboration.

You can read more about the Biodiversity Council and the Biodiversity Council Secretariat at www.biodiversitetsraadet.dk .

What we offer

We offer

• An exciting interdisciplinary and inspiring environment.
• A working environment that encourages open and professional discussion.
• A working environment with close cooperative relationships, networks and social activities.
• A workplace characterized by professionalism, cooperation and balance between work and leisure.

Workplace and employment area

The workplace is the Biodiversity Council Secretariat, Jens Baggesens Vej 53, Building 5220, 8200 Aarhus N. The Secretariat has an administrative agreement with Aarhus University, but operates independently of the university.

Contact information

Further information can be obtained by contacting: HR coordinator and professional staff Anja Dam Lisby at tel. 93 84 22 70 or [email protected].

Application deadline

All applications must be received no later than 1 November 2026.

Formalities

Wage and employment terms follow the state’s collective agreement for academics. You are employed as an academic staff member on the base salary grid steps 4-8.

Aarhus University will be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and desires a culture where everyone can develop and grow. We see equality and diversity as a resource and therefore encourage all interested to apply.

Applications should be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University’s website.

About Aarhus University

Aarhus University is a academically broad and research-intensive university with high quality in education and research, and a strong commitment to societal development nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring educational and research environment for 37,500 students and 9,000 staff with an annual turnover of DKK 8.9 billion. Read more at www.au.dk