Researcher Marine extreme weather and climate risks for fisheries

Department of Aquatic Resources (SLU Aqua)
 
About the position
This is one of two new positions funded by a transdisciplinary research project on effects of extreme weather on marine ecosystems and associated climate risks for fisheries, and focuses on risk analyses for Swedish fisheries following extreme heatwaves and storms.

The researcher will develop climate risk analyses for Swedish fisheries using Bayesian network models, cooperate with representatives of Swedish fisheries organizations and governmental agencies, undertake data analyses, and lead and contribute to related scientific publications. The researcher will have an important role in developing research on climate change from its focus on effects of warming on aquatic organisms, to knowledge on how fisheries are affected by extreme weather, both through direct effects and via changes in exploited ecosystems.

Welcome to join our research group working on dynamics of fish communities and aquatic food webs, and their responses to climate change, exploitation and other human pressures (www.slu.se/fishinfoodwebs).

Your profile
We are looking for a motivated early career researcher with strong modelling and analytical skills in ecology and risk analyses, interest in transdisciplinary research, as well as good cooperative abilities.

Scientific merits of relevance: Documented experience of quantitative risk analyses as well as research collaboration with stakeholders is highly desirable. Skills in Bayesian network modelling is an important merit. Creative problem solving, skills in organizing collaboration with different types of stakeholders, as well as proficiency in many different types of data analysis is desirable. Expertise in ecological modelling is also a merit.

Generic merits: We place great emphasis on personal qualities and abilities to communicate and to cooperate in a team as well as to work and develop independently, including demonstrated independent scientific work. Programming skills in R is a requirement, and programming skills in dynamic modelling in other languages is a merit. Fluency in spoken and written English is a requirement, and it is an advantage (but not a must) if you speak Swedish.

Qualifications: PhD degree in ecology, applied mathematics, applied physics, or similar subject.

About us
Department of Aquatic Resources

Our department is an inspiring environment where you can contribute to knowledge for the sustainable use of seas, lakes and watercourses. We combine ecological, genomic, biodiversity, and fisheries research with monitoring, assessment and advice for national and international management. With 200 employees, we are the largest knowledge hub on aquatic systems and fisheries in Sweden, providing access to associated research infrastructure and research opportunities of high societal relevance.

Welcome to visit us at www.slu.se/aquaticresources!

Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/

Location:
Uppsala, Sweden

Form of employment:
Temporary substitute employment 12 months

Scope:
100%

Start date:
13th of January 2025, or as agreed.

Application:
Please submit your application before deadline November 1st 2024. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.

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.