From: Jessica Abbott <jessica.abbott@xxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tuesday, 7 May 2019 at 10:01
Subject: 3 Postdoctoral Scholarships in Forest Vegetation/Ecosystem Ecology
We are seeking three new Post-doctoral researchers to join the Forest
Vegetation Ecology research group in Umeå, Sweden
(https://www.slu.se/en/departments/forest-ecology-management/forskning/forest-vegetation-ecology/).
The positions may focus on a range of research topics, including, but not
necessarily limited to:
1) Biological nitrogen fixation in boreal forests, with a focus on the
sensitivity of this process to climate change factors. This theme will be
supervised by Michael Gundale (https://www.slu.se/cv/michael-gundale/) and
Marie-Charlotte Nilsson
(https://www.slu.se/cv/marie-charlotte-nilsson-hegethorn1/).
2) Impacts of atmospheric nitrogen deposition on ecosystem properties and
processes in boreal forests, such as plant communities or soil carbon
accumulation processes. This theme will be supervised by Michael Gundale and
Annika Nordin (https://www.slu.se/cv/annika-nordin2/).
3) Ecosystem genetics in boreal forests. In this theme we are interested
in understanding how genetic variation within or between populations (for
example as a result of breeding programs) impact forest ecosystem properties or
processes; or, in identifying genetic differences that occur between native and
introduced populations of a species. This theme will be supervised by Michael
Gundale and Petter Axelsson (https://www.slu.se/cv/petter-axelsson/).
The post-doc will be encouraged to develop either of two types of research
activities:
1) Original research involving field, lab, or greenhouse experiments.
2) Develop review and/or meta-analysis articles.
The department supports an international environment in terms of both research
and teaching, and has about 90 staff members. Our mission at the Department of
Forest Ecology and Management is to advance the understanding of forest
ecosystem processes and to progress the principles of forest ecosystem
management. For more information visit:
www.slu.se/en/departments/forest-ecology-management/<http://www.slu.se/en/departments/forest-ecology-management/>
Qualifications: We seek highly motivated individuals with good communication
skills in English, both written and verbal, and a strong work ethic. We seek
group members who are capable of developing scientific publications targeted
towards international journals. The applicant should provide evidence for
their capacity to do this in their CV and/or cover letter. We also seek
someone with good interpersonal skills, who can work in both a team context and
independently. We are searching for someone with a PhD in an Ecology or
Applied Ecology related field, with emphasis in subjects such as plant
community ecology, soil ecology, biogeochemistry, ecosystem science, community
and ecosystem genetics, and/or forestry. Previous research experience
measuring soil properties and processes, plant community variables (e.g.
composition, traits, plant physiological response, etc.) and/or plant extended
phenotypes is desirable.
Competence: As postdoctoral scholarships are career-developing positions for
junior researchers, we are primarily looking for candidates who have earned
their doctoral degree within four years at the most.
Place of work: Umeå
The city of Umeå is the largest city in Northern Sweden, with approximately
120,000 inhabitants. Umeå is a vibrant cultural hub of northern Sweden, and
was even designated a culture capital of Europe in 2014. The city houses two
Universities (Umeå University and SLU), with over 30,000 students in Umeå.
Umeå also has a well-developed sports, music, and outdoor recreation scene.
Form of employment: The positions are funded as research stipends paid
bi-annually over two years from the Kempe Foundation. The stipend equates to
25,000 kr (Swedish kronor) per month tax free. For more information about
stipend positions, please inquire with Michael Gundale
(Michael.Gundale@xxxxxx<mailto:Michael.Gundale@xxxxxx>).
Extent: 100%
Starting date: The specific starting date is flexible, but must start no later
than February 2020.
Application: Send your cover letter, CV and reference list as a single file to
Michael Gundale (Michael.Gundale@xxxxxx<mailto:Michael.Gundale@xxxxxx>).
Review of applications will begin after August 30 2019; however, the
announcement will remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Specific documents attached: The application should contain the following two
items written in English: 1) a cover letter describing yourself, your
motivation for applying for the position, and a short description of what you
want to work on during the post doc position, and why; 2) a CV describing your
education, publications, and relevant work experience; and 3) a list of names
and contact information for three references. Please merge these 3 parts into a
single PDF file, with your name used as the file name.
--
Dr. Jessica K. Abbott
Senior University Lecturer
Department of Biology
Section for Evolutionary Ecology
Lund University
Sölvegatan 37
223 62 Lund, Sweden
Phone: 046 222 9304
Website: http://jessicakabbott.com
"It is those who know little, and not those who know much, who so positively
assert that this or that problem will never be solved by science."
- Charles Darwin, Descent of Man
