Postdoctoral/Research Associate Position

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences The Mistra program Future Forests Postdoctoral/ Research Associate Position in Scenario Analysis of Forest Futures SLU develops the understanding and sustainable use of biological natural resources.This is achieved through research, teaching, environmental monitoring and assessment and information extension.SLU has 3 000 employees, 4 200 undergraduate and postgraduate students.Main campuses are located at Alnarp, Skara, Uppsala and Umeå.www.slu.se The Mistra (www.mistra.org) program 'Future Forests' invites applicants for a full-time postdoctoral position, one year with the possibility to extend to two years.The research program Future Forests is officially starting in January 2009 and will strive to comprise two phases (4 + 4 years).It will directly involve about 30 scientists from several Swedish universities and institutions, and involve a large number of stakeholders.The program has the ambition to significantly improve the base of knowledge of the provision of ecosystems services from the forest landscape, striving to sustainably achieve "more of everything" - timber, paper and bioenergy as well as biodiversity, recreation, water resources, and climate change mitigation.The aim of the postdoc project is to contribute to the development and analysis of long-term scenarios concerning the future of Swedish forests, considering, in particular, expected changes in climate and forest use.The successful candidate is expected to work closely with colleagues in an interdisciplinary program, and to interact with stakeholders representing many different interests in forest use.The position will be placed in Umeå for the remaining time.Qualifications: A typical qualifying background is a PhD in environmental sciences, forestry, social sciences or a closely related field, plus relevant work experience in planning or policy-making.Research experience in scenario analysis is highly desirable.The applicant should have an interdisciplinary outlook, strong communication and facilitation skills (oral and written English), ability and willingness to travel, and an aptitude for qualitative futures studies.A basic understanding of forests, forestry and the forest sector is a clear asset. SLU is an equal opportunity employer. The application should be written in English.The following documents should be included with each application: CV including a publication list, PhD diploma and copies of no more than five publications.A short description of previous research and other activities of relevance for the position.Names and addresses of at least two persons able to provide references for the candidate.Please submit your application to the Registrar of SLU, P.O.