Postdoc in online nitrate sensing in aquatic systems - DTU Aqua

Job description

Nitrogen pollution is a major environmental challenge, and environmental monitoring and industry (agriculture and aquaculture) require better real‑time tools to monitor nitrate levels and optimize denitrification treatment systems. In some environments the reliability of in situ determination for nitrate using absorption spectroscopy is challenged by considerable varability in the interference by dissolved organic matter absorption. This two year post doc is focused on developing an innovative approach to spectral decomposition to improve nitrate estimates across widely contrasting natural and industrial aquatic environments. Responsibilities and qualifications: The postdoc will be based at DTU Aqua and play a central role in sampling, laboratory measurements and alorithm developments. Key responsibilities include: As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent). - Designing and executing sampling campaigns across marine, freshwater, agricultural and aquaculture systems to characterize nitrate and interfering compounds across seasons and operational conditions. - Conducting water quality analyses (nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, organic matter) and ensuring high‑qu...