Researcher in synthesis project in conservation biology

Department of Ecology
We are looking for a researcher who can assist in a project in which we are synthesizing the scientific knowledge about how the use of non-native tree species affects biodiversity and the delivery of ecosystem services.

At the Department of Ecology in Uppsala, we conduct research for sustainable forest and agricultural production and efficient biological conservation. We study the influence of land use and climate on animals, plants, soils nutrient status, and greenhouse gas balances. Solutions are sought that will mitigate climate change, preserve threatened species, benefit biological diversity and ecosystem services, and control pests in forest and agricultural landscapes as well as in urban areas.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/

Duties:
The researcher contributes to the work, which aims at systematically search for relevant information in the international scientific literature. This implies that first abstracts and later whole papers will be read to be able to select relevant papers. From these paper data will be extracted which contributes to the answers to specific questions we have formulated.

Qualifications:
The applicant should hold a PhD in ecology or in a similar relevant subject. Experience from relevant research field conservation biology, forest management is a merit. Experience from synthesis projects (systematic searches for scientific literature, writing review papers, taking part in groups conducting syntheses in applied research areas) is a merit. A strong publication record (in relation to the time since dissertation) is a merit. The applicant is supposed to be able to work both independently and in a group.

Place of work:
Uppsala.

Form of employment:
Fixed term employment 3 months, with opportunities for prolongation.

Extent:
100%.

Starting date:
According to agreement, preferably in the beginning of September.

Application:
We welcome your application no later than 2023-06-17, use the button below.

The application must contain: (i) a summary of the research experience, expectations on this position and future plans (max 1 page) (2) CV, and (3) two reference persons.

Academic union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/



The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.

SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.