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The Swedish Museum of Natural History is a government agency with a mandate to promote knowledge, research and interest in our world. It is a prominent research institution and Sweden's largest museum. For more than 200 years, the museum has been collecting specimens and data and conducting research on life on earth. The collections contain more than 11 million plants, animals, fungi, environmental samples, minerals and fossils. All research and knowledge are shared in the exhibitions, Cosmonova and in activities at the museum and digitally. 1 job(s). WORK TASKS The Department of Bioinformatics and Genetics at the Swedish Museum of Natural History is offering a two-year Postdoc position focused on Floral Traits, Machine Learning and Macro-evolution. This project aims to investigate the evolution of flower size on oceanic islands by combining phylogenetic comparative methods with machine learning-based extraction of trait data from digitised botanical floras. The successful candidate will develop computational workflows to generate large-scale, standardised datasets of floral traits and use these to test hypotheses about the predictability and drivers of flower-size evolution in island systems. As a postdoc in this project, you will work with developing methods in ML, integrate macro-phylogenetic tools to understand floral trait evolution on islands. The preferred start date is 01-10-2026. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications: • completed a PhD in plant systematics or a related field • Demonstrated expertise in phylogenetic comparative methods and macroevolutionary analyses. • Strong programming skills in R and experience analysing large, complex biological datasets. • Excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written. (The research environment is international, therefore English is required. In addition, experience in the following areas will be considered: • Experience with plant biodiversity data, digitised floras, and/or trait databases. • Interest in natural language processing, large language models, or machine learning applied to biological data. • At least one publication in an international, peer-reviewed journal • At the final application date, no more than three years shall have passed since the doctoral degree was awarded, or since a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree was obtained. If there are special reasons, an earlier degree may also be considered meritorious. Special reasons include leave due to illness, parental leave, elected positions within trade unions, service within the national defence, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or other assignments relevant to the subject area Personal competences • Analytical thinking, creativity and the capacity to imagine novel solutions and take initiative. • Ability to collaborate and to carry out research independently • Good communication skills, ability to keep an open mind and communicate your ideas. The selection of eligible candidates will be based on their potential to benefit from the training. The following criteria will be used to assess this potential: documented knowledge in a relevant research field, proficiency in written and spoken English, analytical thinking skills, ability to collaborate, as well as creativity, initiative, and independence. The evaluation will consider previous experience and academic performance, the quality of the degree project, references, relevant experience, interviews, and the candidates written motivation for applying. You have to have your own salary secured. Form of employment: Temporary employment. Duration:, commencement: 2026-10-01 To be considered for this position, you are required to have your own external funding for the project. To be considered for this position, you are required to have your own external funding for the project. Please include the following documents with your application: • CV summarizing your education, positions, and academic work, including scientific publications. • A Research plan (max. 4 pages), including: - Main objectives, background, methodology, impact, and future potential of the project. - Description of data-driven methods used and/or developed within the project. - Budget, time plan, project risks, and mitigation plan. • Proposal abstract (300 words) • Names and contact details of 2-3 references We advance our knowledge of the natural world, inspiring to better care of our planet. Our ambition is that the employees of The Swedish Museum of Natural History shall represent the diversity in Sweden and we welcome every applicant. We apply an individual, differentiated and objective salary-setting system in accordance with the collective agreements RALS and RALST-T. We have decided upon choices for marketing. Therefore we decline contact with sales agents, recruitment sites and similar.
Department of Forest Resource Management Would you like to help shape the future of the forest landscape? We are currently looking for a postdoctoral researcher for a two-year position based at the Department of Forest Resource Management at SLU in Umeå. About the position We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a particular interest in forest landscape modelling. As part of a two-year postdoctoral project, you will use the Heureka decision support system to analyse how different forest management strategies affect biodiversity and the provision of ecosystem services, as well as how these interact with the development of wind power. The work involves quantifying conflicts and synergies between different sustainability goals in the forest landscape using simulation and optimisation. The analysis will be based on spatially explicit future scenarios, developed in collaboration with various stakeholder groups, and will include indicators such as biomass production, carbon sequestration, recreational values and wind energy. The postdoctoral position is part of the interdisciplinary research project WindyForests, which brings together researchers from several universities and disciplines with the aim of developing knowledge for the sustainable planning of wind power in forest landscapes. For more information, see: http://www.slu.se/forskning/forskningskatalog/projekt/w/windyforests/ Your profile You must hold a PhD in forestry, ecology, environmental science, systems analysis, mathematics, operations research or a similar discipline, with interest in forests and forestry, and where quantitative modelling and/or optimisation formed a central part of your thesis. Experience of working with optimisation methods, long-term modelling of the forest landscape and its ecosystem services, as well as computer-based decision support systems in general and the Heureka system in particular, is an advantage. Great importance is attached to personal qualities such as analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and the ability to collaborate. Good written and oral communication skills in English are a requirement. The position is intended for a junior researcher, and we are primarily seeking candidates who obtained their PhD no more than three years ago. In exceptional circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. Exceptional circumstances include leave of absence due to illness, parental leave, positions of trust within trade unions, service in the armed forces, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or service/assignments relevant to the subject area. About us The Department of Forest Resource Management conducts education and research in the areas of forest planning, forest remote sensing, forest inventory and sampling, forest mathematical statistics and landscape studies. The department is also responsible for the implementation of the ongoing environmental monitoring programs the National Forest Inventory, National Inventory of the Landscape in Sweden, Terrestrial Habitat Monitoring and the Butterfly and Bumblebee Inventory. In total, we are about 120 employees. More information can be found at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/forest-resource-management/ Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ Location Umeå Form of employment Temporary employment 24 months, with the possibility of extension. Scope 100% Start date As agreed. Application Please submit your application before deadline 11 August 2026. 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 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 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.
Department of Aquatic Resources (SLU Aqua) Climate change is impacting aquatic ecosystems worldwide, creating an urgent need for management strategies that strengthen ecological resilience and support sustainable use of aquatic resources. In this two-year postdoctoral project, you will use quantitative evidence-based syntheses to identify how aquatic management can enhance ecosystem resilience to the impacts of climate change. This position offers opportunities for career development at the interface between ecological research and practical management through scientific publishing, conference participation, and stakeholder engagement. About the position We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a strong interest in evidence-based conservation and restoration ecology. The project combines fundamental ecological and evolutionary research with applied management science to address: Which management interventions most effectively increase resilience to climate change in aquatic ecosystems? How do dispersal, ecological interactions and evolutionary adaptation influence the success of climate adaptation measures? How can evidence synthesis be translated into practical decision support for environmental managers? You will apply systematic reviews, meta-analyses and other evidence synthesis methods to answer these questions. The work includes close collaboration with practitioners to ensure scientifically robust and practically relevant guidance for climate adaptation. The project is expected to result in scientific publications while directly informing evidence-based environmental policy and management. We offer a collaborative research environment with strong links between fundamental ecological research and environmental management. The successful candidate will have opportunities to publish in leading international journals, present their work at international conferences, collaborate with practitioners and policy makers to develop an independent research profile. Your profile You must hold a PhD in Biology (ecology/evolution), Environmental science or similar discipline. Systematic reviews, meta-analyses or other relevant evidence-synthesising methods should have formed a central part of your thesis or academic career. Experience of research relevant for environmental management, decision support or governance of aquatic resources, and collaborating with practitioners, especially in coastal and marine areas, is an advantage. Applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: systematic reviews/meta-analysis or other evidence synthesis conservation planning/restoration ecology climate change research and climate adaptation aquatic ecology We are looking for a candidate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, who can work both independently and collaboratively and has a demonstrated ability to publish scientific research. Good written and oral communication skills in English are a requirement. We will also place particular emphasis on personal qualities relevant to the position. The position is intended for an early-career researcher. Candidates should have obtained their PhD no more than three years ago from the starting date. Under some circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier, which includes leave of absence due to illness, parental leave, positions of trust within unions, service in the armed forces, or other similar circumstances. About us The successful candidate will work closely with a group of ecologists- and evolutionary biologists from SLU and the Swedish Natural History Museum. All researchers in the team work in close collaboration with authorities and managers. The Department of Aquatic Resources (SLU Aqua), hosting the postdoc is an inspiring environment where you can contribute to knowledge for the sustainable use of seas, lakes and watercourses. We combine ecological, biodiversity, and fisheries research with environmental monitoring and assessment, and advice for national and international management. With over 200 employees, we are the largest knowledge hub on aquatic ecosystems and fisheries in Sweden, providing access to associated research infrastructure and research opportunities of high societal relevance. Our head office is in Uppsala (Ultuna), and our three other main locations are Lysekil, Öregrund and Stockholm (Drottningholm)., Read more about SLU Aqua: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/aquatic-resources/ 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. Scope: 100% Start date: Upon agreement but no later than 1 January 2027. Application: Applicants are welcome to submit their application using the button below, at the latest by the 17th of August 2026. The application should be written in English and contain 1) a cover letter describing your motivation for the position, your skills and qualifications in relation to the advertised profile, and contact details for two reference persons, 2) a CV documenting your academic career and education with a publication list (including submitted manuscripts), and 3) a PhD degree diploma and transcripts of academic records. 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 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 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.
Institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö Vi söker en motiverad postdoktoral forskare som vill utveckla och tillämpa avancerade metoder baserade på miljö-DNA (eDNA) för att undersöka mönster i biologisk mångfald och näringsvävsdynamik i nordliga akvatiska ekosystem. Om jobbet Vi välkomnar ansökningar till en sex månader lång postdoktorstjänst med fokus på att vidareutveckla molekylära metoder för att kartlägga biologisk mångfald i norrländska sjöar. Projektet kommer att undersöka hur miljöförändringar och mänsklig påverkan, inklusive vattenkraftsreglering, påverkar akvatiska samhällen och trofiska interaktioner i nordliga sötvattensekosystem. Den framgångsrika kandidaten kommer att utveckla och tillämpa metoder baserade på miljö-DNA (eDNA) för att karakterisera mönster i biologisk mångfald och förbättra vår förståelse av ekologiska respons på mänsklig påverkan. Arbetet omfattar fältprovtagning, molekylära laboratorieanalyser, nästa generations sekvensering (NGS) samt bioinformatiska analyser för att generera ny kunskap om ekosystemdynamik och förändringar i biologisk mångfald. Tjänsten erbjuder möjlighet att arbeta genom hela forskningsprocessen – från fältinsamling och kontaminationskontrollerat molekylärlaboratoriearbete till avancerade ekologiska och bioinformatiska analyser. Resultaten kommer att bidra till ökad kunskap om samt förbättrad förvaltning av nordliga sötvattensekosystem under ökande miljöbelastning. Din bakgrund Vi söker en högt motiverad kandidat som kan ta egna initiativ och arbeta såväl självständigt som i nära samarbete inom en tvärvetenskaplig forskningsmiljö. Den sökande ska ha avlagt doktorsexamen i molekylärbiologi eller ett närliggande ämnesområde inom de tre senaste åren vid tidpunkten för anställning. Mycket god förmåga att kommunicera i tal och skrift på engelska är ett krav, liksom giltigt körkort och vilja att delta i fältarbete i nordliga akvatiska miljöer. Den sökande ska ha en gedigen bakgrund inom nästa generations sekvensering (NGS) med tillämpningar inom biodiversitetsanalys samt dokumenterad erfarenhet av miljö-DNA (eDNA), metabarkodning, amplikonsekvensering och metagenomik. Omfattande praktisk erfarenhet av molekylärbiologiska laboratoriemetoder krävs, inklusive högkapacitets-DNA-extraktion, konservering av nukleinsyror, PCR- och qPCR-baserade metoder, bibliotekspreparering för NGS samt strikt arbete enligt kontaminationskontrollerade renrumsprotokoll. Dokumenterad erfarenhet av arbete med genetiskt material som är svåranalyserat, förekommer i låga koncentrationer eller är kraftigt degraderat, såsom forntida DNA (aDNA) och sedimentärt DNA (sedaDNA), är mycket meriterande. Den sökande ska ha goda kvantitativa och bioinformatiska färdigheter, med dokumenterad erfarenhet av att bearbeta råa sekvenseringsdata genom högkapacitetsbaserade bioinformatiska arbetsflöden. Erfarenhet av att utveckla och använda reproducerbara analysflöden i Linux-/Unix-baserade högpresterande beräkningsmiljöer (HPC) är ett krav, liksom avancerad kompetens inom ekologisk och molekylär dataanalys med hjälp av R och/eller Python. Praktisk erfarenhet av fältarbete är en viktig merit, särskilt erfarenhet av provtagning av akvatiskt miljö-DNA (eDNA), tillämpning av kontaminationsfria provtagningsprotokoll samt planering och genomförande av fältarbete i nordliga, subarktiska eller andra avlägsna miljöer. Ytterligare meriter inkluderar erfarenhet av akvatisk ekologi, näringsvävsekologi, trofiska interaktioner, övervakning av biologisk mångfald, laboratorieledning, projektkoordination, handledning av studenter, undervisning på universitetsnivå samt tvärvetenskapligt forskningssamarbete. Om oss Huvudhandledare för postdoktorn kommer att vara Karin Nilsson (Institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö, SLU Umeå) och biträdande handledare Gunnar Öhlund (SLU Umeå). Arbetet kommer att genomföras i samarbete med ett bredare nätverk av forskare, vattenkraftsbranschen och andra berörda aktörer. Vid Institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö erbjuder vi en kreativ och stimulerande forskningsmiljö där vi bedriver internationellt erkänd grundforskning och tillämpad forskning, utbildning samt miljöövervakning inom områdena biologisk mångfald, restaurering och bevarande, fiskbiologi och viltekologi. Institutionen har många internationella medarbetare och ett väl etablerat nationellt och internationellt samarbete, vilket skapar goda möjligheter till ett givande vetenskapligt utbyte. Mer information om institutionen/avdelningen: https://www.slu.se/om-slu/organisation/institutioner/vilt-fisk-miljo/ Läs mer om våra förmåner och hur det är att jobba vid SLU på https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Placering: Umeå Anställningsform: Tidsbegränsad anställning 6 månader. Medborgare utanför EU/EES måste ansöka om och beviljas uppehållstillstånd för forskning innan de reser in i Sverige och påbörjar anställningen. Omfattning: 100% Tillträde: September 2026 Ansökan: Välkommen med din ansökan via ansökningsknappen nedan senast 2026-07-21. En fullständig ansökan ska innehålla: Ett personligt brev där du beskriver varför du är intresserad av tjänsten och hur du kan bidra till forskningsprojektet (max två sidor). Curriculum vitae (CV), inklusive publikationslista (även inskickade manuskript kan inkluderas). En kopia av din doktorsavhandling samt relevanta vetenskapliga publikationer (max fem). Vidimerad kopia av examensbevis för doktorsexamen samt andra relevanta examensbevis. Namn samt kontaktuppgifter (e-postadress och telefonnummer) till två referenspersoner. Fackliga kontaktpersoner: https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet (SLU) har en nyckelroll i utvecklingen för hållbart liv, grundad i vetenskap och utbildning. Genom vårt fokus på samspelen mellan människa, djur och ekosystem och ett ansvarsfullt brukande av naturresurserna bidrar vi till en hållbar samhällsutveckling och goda livsvillkor på vår planet. Huvudorter är Alnarp, Umeå och Uppsala, men verksamhet bedrivs också på forskningsstationer, försöksparker och utbildningsorter i hela landet. SLU har drygt 4000 medarbetare, 6000 studenter och forskarstuderande och en omsättning på över 4,5 miljarder kronor. Universitetet satsar på attraktiva miljöer på sina campusområden. Vi arbetar för en jämställd och inkluderande arbetsmiljö där öppna samtal mellan människor med olika erfarenheter lägger grunden för vetenskaplighet, kreativitet och utveckling.
Naturhistoriska riksmuseet är Sveriges största museum och en ledande forskningsinstitution där nyfikenhet möter vetenskap. Vi är en statlig myndighet som ökar kunskapen om och intresset för naturen och världen vi lever i genom forskning, unika samlingar och upplevelser som Cosmonova, utställningar, aktiviteter på museet och digitalt. Tillsammans skapar vi insikt, engagemang och handlingskraft för en livskraftig planet. Enheten för botanik (BOT) är en av museets fem forskningsenheter med drygt 20 anställda. Här finns ett internationellt team av forskare som driver externt och internt finansierade projekt i nationella och internationella forskningssamarbeten samt handleder doktorander och postdoktorer. Enhetens personal förvaltar och utökar kontinuerligt de stora botaniska och mykologiska samlingarna (över 4,5 miljoner föremål), vilka används av såväl museets egna forskare, som av externa gäster (svenska och internationella). Forskning vid Enheten för botanik fokuserar på biodiversitet, evolution, morfologi, taxonomi, fylogeni och biogeografi inom ett stort antal olika växt-och svampgrupper. 1 plats(er). ARBETSUPPGIFTER Vi söker en forskare (Förste intendent/enhetsledare) för att bygga upp ett självständigt forskningsprogram med fokus på samlingsbaserade systematiska-evolutionära frågeställningar inom någon av enhetens organismgrupper, i första hand med inriktning mot basidiomyceter eller landväxter. I tjänsten ingår också rollen som enhetsledare. Det innebär att du har ett övergripande ansvar för enhetens forskningsprocess och ger administrativt stöd till enhetschefen i arbetet med budget, verksamhetsplanering, rekrytering, resultatrapportering och insamling av resultatmått inför årsredovisningen. Du kommer även att ha ett övergripande ansvar för någon av enhetens relevanta delsamlingar. Arbete i publika sammanhang, undervisning på högskolenivå samt medverkan i myndighetsövergripande arbete och olika projekt inom museets verksamhet kan också ingå. Som enhetsledare är du dessutom enhetschefens ställföreträdare. Det innebär bland annat att du deltar i ledningsgruppsmöten och chefsforum när enhetschefen är frånvarande. KVALIFIKATIONER Krav: • Doktorsexamen i systematisk biologi (eller motsvarande) med inriktning mot basidiomyceter, mossor eller kärlväxter • Självständig vetenskaplig produktion inom samlingsbaserad systematik, inklusive taxonomi och nomenklatur, på hög internationell nivå • Förmåga att söka och erhålla externa forskningsbidrag • Ledarskapserfarenhet • Kunskaper kring och erfarenhet från botanisk-mykologiskt samlingsarbete • Erfarenhet av utåtriktad verksamhet • Goda kunskaper i ett skandinaviskt språk och engelska, i både tal och skrift, och vilja att lära sig svenska, om man ej är svenskspråkig • Stort och aktivt intresse för och kunskap om biodiversitet (artkunskap) Du behöver vara strukturerad med god förmåga att planera arbetsuppgifter och strukturera dem effektivt. Du prioriterar effektivt, håller tidsramar och håller ordning på arbetsplats och arbetsmaterial. Du är självgående och tar ansvar för din uppgift och strukturerar själv ditt angreppssätt och driver dina processer vidare. Du har en god kommunikativ förmåga samt god samarbetsförmåga. Som medarbetare förväntas du vara ett föredöme, med förmåga att entusiasmera och motivera kollegor samt verka för en positiv arbetsmiljö Det är meriterande om du också har: • Erfarenhet av projektledning och arbetsledning • Erfarenhet av undervisning på högskolenivå inklusive handledning • Docentur • Ledarskapsutbildning • Erfarenhet av ledningsfunktioner i administrativa processer som budgetarbete, verksamhetsplanering, rekrytering och resultatrapportering • Kunskap om svensk statsförvaltning • Erfarenhet av fältarbete • Kunskaper i tyska, franska och latin, eller andra språk • Gott nätverk nationellt och internationellt Anställningsform: Tillsvidareanställning. Vi tillämpar 6 månaders provanställning. Naturhistoriska riksmuseet erbjuder möjligheten att befordra 1e intendenter till professorsnivå, efter separat ansökan. På Naturhistoriska riksmuseet arbetar vi för en hållbar och livskraftig planet, där alla medarbetare är en viktig del av en större helhet. Vårt uppdrag är brett och våra mål högt satta. För att nå dem behövs allas erfarenheter och kompetenser. Vi strävar efter att vara en arbetsplats med stark gemenskap, där vi delar med oss av vår kunskap och firar våra framgångar. Tillsammans vill vi skapa en trygg, kreativ och ansvarstagande arbetsmiljö. Vi erbjuder flexibla arbetstider, friskvård och kompetensutveckling. Hos oss tillämpas individuell, differentierad och saklig lönesättning enligt kollektivavtalen RALS/RALST-T. På Naturhistoriska riksmuseet arbetar vi för att vår verksamhet ska spegla samhället och välkomnar alla sökanden oavsett kön, bakgrund, ursprung eller funktionsvariation. Inför rekryteringsarbetet har vi tagit ställning till rekryteringskanaler och marknadsföring. Vi undanbeder oss därför kontakt med mediesäljare, rekryteringssajter och liknande.
Naturhistoriska riksmuseet är Sveriges största museum och en ledande forskningsinstitution där nyfikenhet möter vetenskap. Vi är en statlig myndighet som ökar kunskapen om och intresset för naturen och världen vi lever i genom forskning, unika samlingar och upplevelser som Cosmonova, utställningar, aktiviteter på museet och digitalt. Tillsammans skapar vi insikt, engagemang och handlingskraft för en livskraftig planet. Enheten för botanik (BOT) är en av museets fem forskningsenheter med drygt 20 anställda. Här finns ett internationellt team av forskare som driver externt och internt finansierade projekt i nationella och internationella forskningssamarbeten samt handleder doktorander och postdoktorer. Enhetens personal förvaltar och utökar kontinuerligt de stora botaniska och mykologiska samlingarna (över 4,5 miljoner föremål), vilka används av såväl museets egna forskare, som av externa gäster (svenska och internationella). Forskning vid Enheten för botanik fokuserar på biodiversitet, evolution, morfologi, taxonomi, fylogeni och biogeografi inom ett stort antal olika växt-och svampgrupper. 1 plats(er). ARBETSUPPGIFTER Vi söker en intendent som kommer att ha ett övergripande och självständigt ansvar för att vårda och hantera de nordiska kärlväxtsamlingarna. I rollen ingår att administrera inkommande och utgående ärenden, inklusive accessioner och lånehantering, samt att registrera, avbilda och databashantera relevant material. Du kommer att ansvara för att föreslå uppdateringar i artkatalog och i samlingarnas struktur. Du kommer också att vara värd för besökare och gästforskare, och vara den naturliga kontaktpunkten för allmänheten, botaniska föreningar och amatörbotanister. Egen samlingsbaserad forskning är önskvärd inom en del av tjänsten och ses som en värdefull del av museets arbete. Arbete för att berika samlingarna, arbete inom publika sammanhang, undervisning på högskolenivå, samt inom övergripande arbete och olika projekt inom museets verksamhet kan också förekomma. Arbetet i samlingarna kräver fysisk närvaro; därför är möjligheter till distansarbete begränsade. Som medarbetare förväntas du vara ett föredöme, med förmåga att entusiasmera och motivera kollegor samt verka för en positiv arbetsmiljö. KVALIFIKATIONER Krav: • Doktorsexamen i systematisk biologi (eller motsvarande) med inriktning mot kärlväxter • Kunskaper kring och intresse för botanisk samlingsarbete • Vetenskaplig produktion inom samlingsbaserad systematik, inklusive taxonomi och nomenklatur • Goda kunskaper i svenska och engelska, i både tal och skrift • Erfarenhet av fältarbete • Stort och aktivt intresse för och kunskap om botanisk biodiversitet (artkunskap), särskilt gällande nordisk flora Det är meriterande om du också har: • Erfarenhet från botanisk samlingsförvaltning • Erfarenhet av projektledning och arbetsledning • Förmåga att söka och erhålla externa forskningsbidrag • Gott nätverk nationellt och internationellt • Kunskaper i andra språk, särskilt tyska, franska och latin • Kunskaper i att tolka handskrivna etiketter • Kunskaper i databashantering och andra digitala verktyg • Erfarenhet av undervisning och handledning på högskolenivå • Erfarenhet av utåtriktad verksamhet Du behöver vara strukturerad med god förmåga att planera arbetsuppgifter och strukturera dem effektivt. Du prioriterar effektivt, håller tidsramar och håller ordning på arbetsplats och arbetsmaterial. Du är självgående och tar ansvar för din uppgift och strukturerar själv ditt angreppssätt och driver dina processer vidare. Du har en god kommunikativ förmåga samt god samarbetsförmåga. Anställningsform: Tillsvidareanställning. Vi tillämpar 6 månaders provanställning. På Naturhistoriska riksmuseet arbetar vi för en hållbar och livskraftig planet, där alla medarbetare är en viktig del av en större helhet. Vårt uppdrag är brett och våra mål högt satta. För att nå dem behövs allas erfarenheter och kompetenser. Vi strävar efter att vara en arbetsplats med stark gemenskap, där vi delar med oss av vår kunskap och firar våra framgångar. Tillsammans vill vi skapa en trygg, kreativ och ansvarstagande arbetsmiljö. Vi erbjuder flexibla arbetstider, friskvård och kompetensutveckling. Hos oss tillämpas individuell, differentierad och saklig lönesättning enligt kollektivavtalen RALS/RALST-T. På Naturhistoriska riksmuseet arbetar vi för att vår verksamhet ska spegla samhället och välkomnar alla sökanden oavsett kön, bakgrund, ursprung eller funktionsvariation. Inför rekryteringsarbetet har vi tagit ställning till rekryteringskanaler och marknadsföring. Vi undanbeder oss därför kontakt med mediesäljare, rekryteringssajter och liknande.
Department of Crop Production Ecology Biology with a specialisation in ecology - The Department of Crop Production Ecology is seeking a PhD student in plant breeding and plant protection against insect pests. Description: Chemical insecticides have been an important tool for limiting crop losses caused by insect pests and insect-borne viruses, but their availability has declined sharply in recent years. Crop varieties with resistance, tolerance or other traits that enable them to avoid insect damage and viruses spread by insects will therefore be a cornerstone of future integrated pest management. The vision for the new project 'Node for Plant Breeding against Insect Pests and Viruses' within the centre SLU Grogrund is to reduce crop losses caused by pests and insect-borne viruses through crop breeding. The project focuses on insect pests and viruses in wheat, field beans, peas and sugar beet and is a collaboration between five departments at SLU and three plant breeding companies. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for a PhD position within the Node, focusing on the broad bean beetle (Bruchus rufimanus), a key pest of field bean. Infestations by the broad bean beetle pose an obstacle to developing field bean cultivation and a market for field beans for human consumption. The PhD programme comprises both research and coursework. The main tasks within the research component will be: Examine the insect's life cycle in the field and in storage Develop methods for screening of broad bean beetle infestations in a large panel of plant breeding material Contributing to the development of DNA markers for resistance or tolerance to broan bean beetle, for future application in plant breeding You will collaborate on the project with other PhD students and senior researchers in plant breeding, crop production, entomology, virology and genetics, as well as with the industry and other stakeholders, primarily Lantmännen and NordGen. Laboratory and field work is planned to be carried out at both SLU's campuses in Uppsala and Alnarp, as well as at NordGen in Alnarp. Field work at other locations in Sweden may also be included. Qualifications: Necessary qualifications: A second-cycle (MSc) degree in agronomy, horticulture, plant breeding, plant biology or a related field. Experience of statistical analysis of data. Experience of work with plants or insects in the field or green house. Strong interest in crop protection and crop breeding. Good command of written and spoken English. Meriting qualifications: Knowledge or experience in crops and agriculture A driving licence valid for use in Sweden We place particular emphasis on personal qualities, including ability to work both independently and collaboratively, take initiative, manage complex tasks in a structured way, and contribute positively to a team environment across disciplines and countries. To be qualified to apply: To qualify for third-cycle (Doctoral) courses and study programmes, you must have a second-cycle (Master's) qualification. Alternatively, you must have conducted a minimum of four years of full-time study, of which a minimum of one year at second-cycle level. Applicants will be selected based on their written application and CV, degree project, copies of their degree certificate and transcript of records from previous first and second-cycle studies at a university or higher education institution, two personal references, and knowledge of English. More information about the English language requirements can be found here: https://www.slu.se/en/education/programmes-courses/doctoral-studies/application-admission-doctoral-studies/ Please note that applicants invited to interview must submit attested copies of their degree certificate, or equivalent, a transcript of records from previous first and second-cycle studies at a university or higher education institution. Applicants who are not Swedish citizens need to submit an attested copy of their passport's information page containing their photograph and personal details. Read about the PhD education at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/ About us: The Department of Crop Production Ecology is part of the Ecology Centre and, together with the Department of Ecology, offers a dynamic and inspiring research environment. We develop knowledge about resilient and sustainable crop production systems to meet the demands for quantity and quality in terms of food, animal feed and bio-based raw materials in a changing world. The research focuses on the challenges arising from increased demand, climate change, environmental impact and loss of biodiversity linked to agricultural and food systems. 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/ Read more about the department of Crop Production Ecology at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/crop-production-ecology/ Forms for funding or employment Employment PhD (4 years). The salary follows a local collective agreement with fixed salary steps Scope 100% Place of work: Uppsala Starting date 1 October 2026 or as agreed Application Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. The deadline is 2026-08-16. Read about the PhD education at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/
Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Third-cycle subject area: Forest management Description of the doctoral project: Swedish society is debating the long-term capacity of even-aged conifer-dominated forestry to reliably produce biomass over the coming century, and simultaneously sustain the breadth of ecosystem services that society increasingly demands from forestlands. Alternative approaches to production forests, such as restoration of broadleaved forests are thus of growing interest. The increased use of such alternatives may enhance the overall resilience of Swedish forests to projected climate change, better balance the provision of forest ecosystem services, provide vital habitat for forest biodiversity, and thereby help ensure forest ecosystem services delivery over the coming century. The EU Nature restoration Regulation and Sweden's national environmental goals, provide official recognition of the urgent need to restore and improve the ecological condition of forest ecosystems across Europe. Our goal with this project is to identify cost-effective paths forward for the regeneration and restoration of new mixed broadleaved dominated forests. About the position: We intend to contrast passive versus active pathways for restoring such diverse forests. To address such issues, we will use existing experiments, chronosequences, and survey-data for evaluating the effects from restoration on ecosystem services and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of international researchers. We are looking for a person who, as part of a PhD, will address these challenges, but we welcome those who bring specific research interests which can shape the ultimate direction of the PhD. Requirements: To meet the general entry requirements you must have been awarded a second-cycle (Master's) qualification, satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle, or acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad (Higher Education Ordinance 1993:100, Chapter 7, Section 39). You must also meet the equivalent English language requirements as those necessary for the Swedish upper-secondary qualification Engelska B/6. Your profile: The applicant should by the date of admission to PhD studies have a Master's degree in forest science, biology, ecology or equivalent.You should have a strong interest in forest ecosystems and an interest in working with large data sets. A driver's license is a necessity for work duties. Beneficial qualifications are research experience in forestry, ecology, and similar subjects. Experience in field-based forest research, transdisciplinary studies and ecosystem service assessments are also beneficial qualifications. Focus is given to your analytical and problem-solving abilities and your ability to work independently. Beneficial qualifications include the demonstrated capacity to express yourself in English, both orally and in writing. About us: SLU is one of the world's highest ranked universities in several subject areas and is ranked #1 in forestry (CWUR). At our centre we carry out research, teaching and dissemination of scientific findings with direct application to the sustainable management of forests. We have a multidisciplinary profile, with global relevance and specialized expertise on forests and forestry as complex socio-ecological systems. We closely collaborate with multiple stakeholders and conduct applied research in silviculture, forest ecology, pathology, policy and planning. We teach bachelor, Masters and PhD level courses addressing all of these subject areas. Read more about staff benefits and life as an SLU employee on https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Read more about third-cycle courses and study programmes on http://www.slu.se/utbildning/program-kurser/forskarutbildning/ Form of employment / Funding: Employment as a doctoral student (4-year programme) Doctoral student's salaries are set following the local collective agreement. Salary progression is fixed. Location: Alnarp Scope: 100% Start date: December 1, 2026 or according to agreement. Application and selection: Please submit your application using the link below. The deadline is 2026-09-14. Read more about the attachments that your application should include at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/how-can-i-become-a-doctoral-student-/application/ Selection among eligible applicants is based on the documents attached to the application, and is carried out with regard to the applicant's ability to complete the programme within the allotted time. 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 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 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.
Department of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment Third-cycle subject area Biology Description of the doctoral project Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time. A key driver of AMR spread is the horizontal transfer of antibiotic resistance genes via conjugative plasmids — mobile genetic elements that move between bacteria. Plasmid-dependent phages (PDPs) are viruses that specifically infect bacteria carrying these plasmids, making them a potentially powerful but largely overlooked tool in controlling resistance gene transmission. This PhD project is part of ECOPHARM, a research project funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation (Wallenberg Academy Fellows 2025) and is based at the Department of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment, SLU Uppsala. The overarching aim of ECOPHARM is to decipher the mechanisms driving PDP interactions with conjugative plasmids and bacterial hosts, and to understand their impact on antibiotic resistance gene transmission in aquatic environments. As a PhD student, you will investigate the diversity, ecology, and functional interactions of plasmid-dependent phages in aquatic ecosystems. The work will combine environmental sampling, cultivation-based approaches, metagenomics, genome analysis, and experimental infection assays. You will work in a dynamic and internationally connected research environment at the intersection of microbial ecology, virus-host coevolution, and AMR research. To learn more about our research you can check out our webpage https://www.bionomics-mmlab.com/ About the position The PhD student will be expected to: Design and carry out field sampling of aquatic environments to characterize PDP communities Perform laboratory experiments to study PDP–plasmid–host interactions under controlled conditions Apply metagenomic and bioinformatic tools to analyze microbial and viral community data Contribute to experimental work on phage isolation, cultivation, and infection assays Present findings at lab meetings, national and international conferences, and contribute to scientific publications Adhere to lab policies on data management practices Communicate progress and bottlenecks timely and clearly Collaborate with national and international project partners within the ECOPHARM network Requirements To meet the general entry requirements you must have been awarded a second-cycle (Master's) qualification, satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle, or acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad (Higher Education Ordinance 1993:100, Chapter 7, Section 39). Specific entry requirements for the third-cycle courses and study programme in biology. To meet the specific entry requirements, you must have at least 90 HEC in biology-related subjects. This must include a degree project and at least 30 HEC must be at second-cycle level. You must also meet the equivalent English language requirements as those necessary for the Swedish upper-secondary qualification Engelska B/6. Your profile Required: A Master's degree in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, environmental science, or a closely related field Solid background in microbiology or molecular biology Experience with laboratory techniques relevant to microbial or environmental research Proficiency in written and spoken English Highly desirable: Experience with bioinformatics or computational analysis of sequencing data Familiarity with phage biology, plasmid biology, or antimicrobial resistance research Experience with aquatic or environmental sampling Personal qualities we are looking for: High agency — you take initiative, define problems independently, and push work forward engaging your supervisor Collaborative mindset — you contribute actively to a team environment and support those around you Clear communicator — you can convey complex ideas in writing and in person, to both specialist and non-specialist audiences Curiosity, rigor, and resilience in the face of scientific uncertainty About us The Department of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment is working with applied environmental science, with a national responsibility for assessing the condition of Swedish surface waters with respect to water chemistry, pollution and aquatic biota. The research focuses on geochemical and hydrological processes, aquatic ecology and biodiversity, microbial ecology as well as on environmental chemistry and aquatic ecotoxicology. The department has about 150 employees, of which approximately half are researchers/doctoral students and the other half are technical and administrative staff. For more information about the department visit: http://www.slu.se/aquatic-sciences Read more about staff benefits and life as an SLU employee on https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Read more about third-cycle courses and study programmes on http://www.slu.se/utbildning/program-kurser/forskarutbildning/ Form of employment / Funding Employment as a doctoral student (4-year programme) Doctoral student's salaries are set following the local collective agreement. Salary progression is fixed. Location: Uppsala Scope: 100% Start date: 1st of October 2026 Application and selection: Please submit your application using the link below. The deadline is 30th of August 2026. Your application should include: A one-page reflection including (1) why you plan to pursue a PhD education (2) why specifically you think our group is a good target for you and (3) why this project interests you Send 2 publications related to the topic of "plasmid dependent phages" that you find most interesting All application documents should be prepared in English Read more about the other attachments that your application should include at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/how-can-i-become-a-doctoral-student/application/ Selection among eligible applicants is based on the documents attached to the application, and is carried out with regard to the applicant's ability to complete the programme within the allotted time. Academic union representatives: https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/