SVERIGES LANTBRUKSUNIVERSITET

Department of Forest Resource Management We are looking for a person with expertise in remote sensing and data-driven approaches to forest ecosystems and biodiversity monitoring. Are you the person we are looking for to apply and develop methods for large-scale species and habitat mapping and contribute to European biodiversity assessments? About the position You will work with developing and applying remote sensing and data-driven methods for large-scale biodiversity and ecosystem monitoring. Your work will involve integrating forest disturbance information into forest structure Essential Biodiversity Variables and combining these with environmental and biodiversity data to produce pan-European species distribution and habitat maps. You will apply machine-learning methods with uncertainty estimation and validate the results using systematic biodiversity observation networks, spatial cross-validation, and independent national and regional datasets. You will also contribute to assessing species and habitat status, identifying high nature value forests and degraded habitats, and prioritising areas for conservation and restoration. Through this work, you will contribute to the development of scalable biodiversity monitoring and integrated European biodiversity assessments. Your profile We are looking for a researcher with expertise in forest remote sensing, forest disturbance dynamics, and landscape-scale ecological analysis. Requirements: A doctoral degree in forest science, ecology, remote sensing, environmental science, or a related field. Expertise in forest remote sensing and forest ecosystem analysis. Experience working with satellite time series and remote sensing data. Experience integrating multispectral, LiDAR, and field data. Experience applying machine-learning methods to forest ecosystems, including species and habitat mapping. Ability to integrate remote sensing information into biodiversity indicators and monitoring frameworks. Experience with large-scale species and habitat mapping, uncertainty estimation, and validation using independent datasets. Meritorious: A strong scientific publication record. Postdoctoral experience in a field relevant to the position Experience with biodiversity monitoring and ecological assessment. Experience in teaching and supervision. Experience of collaborative and interdisciplinary research. Experience working with large-scale or continental-scale environmental datasets. 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.  For more information about the department or division visit: 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: Indefinite-term employment. SLU may use probationary employment. Scope: 100% Start date: As agreed.  Application: Please submit your application before deadline 2 November 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.

Institutionen för skoglig resurshushållning Vi söker en person med expertis inom fjärranalys och datadrivna metoder för övervakning av skogsekosystem och biologisk mångfald. Är du den person vi söker för att tillämpa och utveckla metoder för storskalig kartläggning av arter och livsmiljöer samt bidra till europeiska utvärderingar av den biologiska mångfalden? Om jobbet Du kommer att arbeta med att utveckla och tillämpa fjärranalys och datadrivna metoder för storskalig övervakning av biologisk mångfald och ekosystem. Ditt arbete kommer att innebära att integrera information om skogliga störningar i de väsentliga variablerna för skogsstruktur och biologisk mångfald (Essential Biodiversity Variables) samt att kombinera dessa med miljö- och biologisk mångfaldsdata för att ta fram paneuropeiska kartor över arters utbredning och livsmiljöer. Du kommer att tillämpa metoder för maskininlärning med osäkerhetsuppskattning och validera resultaten med hjälp av systematiskt insamlade observationsdata för biologisk mångfald, rumslig korsvalidering samt oberoende nationella och regionala datamängder. Du kommer även att bidra till att bedöma arters och livsmiljöers status, identifiera skogar med högt naturvärde och försämrade livsmiljöer samt prioritera områden för bevarande och återställande. Genom detta arbete kommer du att bidra till utvecklingen av skalbar övervakning av biologisk mångfald och integrerade europeiska bedömningar av biologisk mångfald. Din bakgrund  Vi söker en forskare med expertis inom fjärranalys av skog, skoglig störningsdynamik och ekologisk analys på landskapsnivå. Krav: Doktorsexamen i skogsvetenskap, ekologi, fjärranalys, miljövetenskap eller ett närliggande område. Expertis inom fjärranalys av skogar och analys av skogsekosystem. Erfarenhet av att arbeta med tidsserier från satelliter och fjärranalysdata. Erfarenhet av att integrera multispektrala data, LiDAR-data och fältdata. Erfarenhet av att tillämpa metoder för maskininlärning på skogsekosystem, inklusive kartläggning av arter och livsmiljöer. Förmåga att integrera fjärranalysinformation i indikatorer för biologisk mångfald och övervakningsramverk. Erfarenhet av storskalig kartläggning av arter och livsmiljöer, osäkerhetsuppskattning och validering med hjälp av oberoende datamängder. Meriterande: En stark publikationslista inom vetenskap. Erfarenhet av postdoktoralt arbete inom ett område som är relevant för tjänsten. Erfarenhet av övervakning av biologisk mångfald och ekologisk bedömning. Erfarenhet av undervisning och handledning. Erfarenhet av samarbetsinriktad och tvärvetenskaplig forskning. Erfarenhet av att arbeta med miljödata i stor skala eller på kontinental nivå. Om oss Institutionen for skoglig resurshushållning bedriver utbildning och forskning inom områdena skoglig fjärranalys, skoglig inventering och sampling, skoglig planering, skoglig matematisk statistik och landskapsstudier. Institutionen har också ansvaret för genomförandet av de fortlöpande miljöanalysprogrammen Riksskogstaxeringen, Nationella inventeringar av landskapet i Sverige vilket innefattar inventering på havsstränder, i fjällen, i gräsmarker och lövskogar samt av fjärilar och humlor. I verksamheten kombineras forskning och miljöanalys i ämnesöverskridande projekt vilket ger unika möjligheter att utveckla helhetskoncept för ett hållbart nyttjande av naturresurserna. Totalt är vi ca 120 anställda och under sommarhalvåret ytterligare ca 90 säsongsanställda i våra fältinventeringar. Mer information hittar du på http://www.slu.se/srh. 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: Tillsvidareanställning. SLU kan komma att tillämpa provanställning. Omfattning: 100% Tillträde: Enligt överenskommelse. Ansökan: Välkommen med din ansökan via ansökningsknappen nedan senast 2026-11-02. 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. Vi välkomnar därför personer med olika bakgrunder och perspektiv att söka den aktuella anställningen.

Department of Forest Ecology and Management   Scientific background Atmospheric aerosols are microscopic particles that influence weather and climate, contribute to biogeochemical cycling, and facilitate the dispersal of organisms. Aquatic systems can release aerosols into the atmosphere through processes such as bubble bursting, which have been studied extensively in oceans. However, whether and how these processes operate in streams remains poorly understood. Streams differ from oceans in their hydrodynamics and water chemistry, potentially affecting how particles are captured by bubbles and potentially transferred to the atmosphere. Recent observations suggest that streams contain ice-nucleating particles that could become airborne, raising the possibility that boreal streams represent an overlooked source of atmospheric aerosols. The magnitude of these emissions, the mechanisms driving them, and the environmental factors controlling them remain largely unknown About the position   The postdoctoral researcher will investigate the hypothesis that streams emit aerosols to the atmosphere and identify the mechanisms and environmental conditions governing these emissions. A central task will be to develop a flux chamber to capture aerosols emitted from stream surfaces and quantify aerosol fluxes using online particle counters and air filtration for laboratory measurements of ice-nucleating particles. The chamber is planned to be deployed in both controlled experiments and field studies in natural boreal streams. The job also includes water sampling and measurements of physicochemical water and bubble properties. The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to experimental design, data collection and analysis, manuscript preparation, scientific publication, and other forms of research communication. The position will be supervised by Associate Professor Marcus Klaus. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently while collaborating closely with other members of the research team and external partners. The research environment will provide opportunities to develop scientific expertise, establish collaborations, and strengthen the candidate's professional development and academic career prospects. Your profile We are seeking a motivated and dedicated researcher with expertise at the interface of aquatic and atmospheric sciences and a strong interest in air–water exchange processes. Applicants must hold a PhD in atmospheric sciences, aquatic sciences, physics, environmental engineering, or a related discipline.  The applicant must have demonstrated experience in measurements of aerosols, suspended particles and/or air-water mass exchange (particles or gases) and experience conducting laboratory and/or fieldwork in aquatic and/or atmospheric systems. A track record of scientific writing and publishing in peer-reviewed journals is also required, as are excellent written and spoken English skills.   Experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered an advantage: Air filtration, aerosol sampling, and particle counting Droplet freezing assays Bubble and/or turbulence characterization Programming and data analysis using tools such as R or MATLAB Engineering, instrument development, or practical skills relevant to designing and constructing the flux chamber   In addition to scientific qualifications, emphasis will be placed on personal suitability, including scientific curiosity, initiative, the ability to work independently, and a constructive and collaborative approach to teamwork.  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. About us   The title will be employed at The Department of Forest Ecology and Management. The department includes about 120 people of which 9 are professors. Our mission is to advance the understanding of forest ecosystems and how these should be managed today and in the future. For more information: http://www.slu.se/en/departments/forest-ecology-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: 1 January 2027 or by  agreement  Application: Please submit your application before deadline 16 November 2026. You can submit your application by clicking the button below. Your application must contain: 1. A cover letter (max 2 pages) motivating your qualifications and interest in conducting this project. 2. A CV (max 2 pages) including the following headings: education, work experience, awards, publications, presentations and conferences, software and computer skills, languages, and contact information for at least two references. 3. PhD degree certificate. 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.