项目介绍

2024年9月25日

Join the Forest Pathology Group at the Department of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), for a 2-year post-doc position in fungal ecology. We are looking for a dedicated researcher to study the distribution, diversity, and dispersal of airborne forest fungi.

About the position

This project offers a unique opportunity to explore fundamental questions in fungal ecology and advance your research career in a leading international department. The project will utilize long-term molecular monitoring and metabarcoding data, comprising air samples of fungal spores collected weekly over more than a decade. The project will contribute to a deeper understanding of fungal distribution, diversity, and dispersal in forest ecosystems. As a post-doc in the project you will develop and execute an analysis plan for this dataset in collaboration with researchers in the group

Your profile

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher with a Ph.D. in fungal ecology, mycology, microbiology, biology, molecular ecology, bioinformatics, or a related field. The candidate is expected to have:

 Previous experience with fungal community analyses or fungal ecology.

• Knowledge of multivatiate statistics and modelling
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English

We consider it meritous if the candidate has skills in scripting programming languages (e.g. python, SQL, bash, R)

In the recruitment process we will place great emphasis on the candidates interest in fungal ecology and personal qualities, collaboration ability, accuracy and independence.

As postdoctoral appointments are career-developing positions for junior researchers, we are primarily looking for candidates with a doctoral degree that was awarded within the past three years.

About us

The Department of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology, SLU holds a top international position in research. We are dedicated to both fundamental and applied research, focusing on the vital interactions between plants, fungi, and other microorganisms in forest and agricultural systems. Our key research areas include Forest and Agricultural Plant Pathology, Plant-Soil-Microorganism Interactions, Microbial & Molecular Ecology, Comparative Genomics, and Biological Control. We tackle critical issues such as biodiversity loss, ecosystem function decline, and the impact of indigenous and invasive pests and diseases. Our work aims to develop sustainable agriculture and forestry practices, particularly in the face of climate change owing to minimize environmental impacts and economic losses.

For more information about the department or division visit: www.slu.se/mykopat

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

Location:

Uppsala

Form of employment:

Temporary employment 24 months, with the possibility of extension.

Scope:

100%

Start date:

Upon agreement

Application:

Please submit your application before deadline 31 October 2024. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.

Union representatives:

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.

Contact person

Audrius Menkis

Docent

firstname.surname@slu.se

Malin Elfstrand

Professor

firstname.surname@slu.se

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