Postdoc position in management of fast growing broadleaves and their role in a bio-economy

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden

Updated: about 2 years ago
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We are accepting applications for a one-year postdoc position with possibility for a one-year extension at Swedish university of agricultural science (SLU) department of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The project works in close collaboration with forest stakeholders and a newly started Center of Excellence (TREES FOR ME).


The Department carries out research, teaching and dissemination of information on forest management in southern Sweden. The research is focused on subjects particularly relevant to southern Sweden, such as the silviculture of deciduous and mixed forests, alternatives to spruce, management of forests with extensive butt-rot, high quality production on fertile sites, damage caused by native and invasive forest pests and pathogens, and competition between ground vegetation and tree seedlings. The research is carried out in close co-operation with the forest industry and other stakeholders in society. We also perform teaching at bachelor, master’s programs and PhD level courses addressing all of these subject areas.
Duties:

We are seeking a highly motivated person to conduct research on management of fast growing broadleaf trees species to enhance production and reduce the risks of climate disturbances such as droughts, which will be increase in the future. This understanding is critical for sustaining future biomass supply and understand stand development. The successful candidate will as part of a postdoc position conduct research how management systems and climate change influences production, economy and biomass quality. The project will focus on understand how different management systems influences competition between trees within a plantation, and the effect on climate change. The project will also have a focus on understanding how site conditions influences biomass production. For this research, we will use existing data that will be complemented with new measurements with in the project. There is also a great possibility to include your own ideas and thoughts to the project. The work will consist of both outdoor fieldwork and laboratory work.


Qualifications:

As postdoctoral appointments are career-developing positions for junior researchers, we are primarily looking for candidates with a doctoral degree that is three years old at most. We are seeking for a highly motivated person with a PhD degree in biomass production, silviculture, forest science, forest management, biology, biostatistics, forest restoration or equivalent, with ideally a focus on understanding biomass production systems, stand development, growth modeling, drought effects on plant growth and plant physiology. Applicants should also have:

  • Excellent verbal and written English
  • Excellent knowledge in data analysis and modelling using R, or similar programs
  • Experience in writing and publishing of peer-reviewed articles
  • Experience in work with dendrology
  • Ability to contribute to a positive environment in an inclusive and diverse team
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Taking pride in original and high-quality work
  • Experience or an interest in novel technologies
  • works well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • have strategic and creative mindset
  • Driver’s license and willingness to perform fieldwork
  • Willingness to participate in mentoring undergraduate research

We offer you: 

  • A stimulating work environment
  • Possibility to join a research team
  • Possibility to contribute with your skills and personality.
  • Warried work tasks and great freedom to develop your own ideas together with colleagues.
  • Participation in national and international scientific conferences and meetings
  • Collaboration with end-users in government and industry
  • Mentorship and support in an expanding team
  • Opportunity to contribute novel and original insights to forest management in the face of global change

Place of work:

Alnarp


Form of employment:

Temporary employment 12 months, with possibility for one-year extension


Extent:

100%


Starting date:

According to agreement


Application:

We welcome your application no later than 2022-03-25, use the button below. Your application should consist of:

  • A one-page motivation or reflection discussing your personal interest in the topic
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Publication list
  • Contact information for two academic references
  • Copy of your PhD thesis
  • Copy of PhD degrees
  • Copy of one selected publication

Academic union representatives:

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


The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) is a world-class international university with research, education and environmental assessment within the sciences for sustainable life. Its principal sites are in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, but activities are also conducted at research stations, experimental parks and educational establishments throughout Sweden. We bring together people who have different perspectives, but they all have one and the same goal: to create the best conditions for a sustainable, thriving and better world.

SLU has just over 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and a turnover of SEK 3 billion. The university has invested heavily in a modern, attractive environment on its campuses.

www.slu.se

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