Per H. Jensen

Per H. Jensen serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of People and Technology at Roskilde University, Denmark. His academic work focuses on aging workforce dynamics, retirement policy evolution, and age discrimination in employment contexts across Scandinavian and European frameworks.

His research interests span:

• Labor economics of aging populations
• Gerontological policy analysis
• Age discrimination mechanisms in hiring
• Digital inclusion challenges for seniors
• Comparative welfare state reforms
• Discursive shifts in retirement narratives

Recent publications demonstrate concentrated expertise in late-career employment practices, with systematic analysis of Danish and European policy shifts toward extended working lives. His work connects empirical labor market studies with sociological frameworks examining how cultural narratives influence policy implementation.

Current research activities include:

• Active participation in 4 major projects through 2026
• Leadership in the International Network on Social Policy Teaching
• Digital inclusion studies for older populations
• Analysis of mental health impacts during retirement transitions

Professional engagement includes frequent media commentary on pension reforms and workforce aging, with recent appearances in Weekendavisen and policy-focused outlets discussing Denmark's 2030 retirement framework and employer practices regarding senior workers.