Lead Animal Ecology & Forest Interactions Research

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet; Umeå kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Swedish family health care provisions

Generous parenting support

Access to exceptional preschool and education systems

Job summary

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet is seeking a qualified candidate to lead research in animal ecology, with a focus on plant-animal interactions in temperate forests. Responsibilities include overseeing research projects, contributing to teaching, and acquiring funding while building collaborations within academia.

The position promises a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and generous benefits, including Swedish family health care. Fluency in Swedish is required within four years of appointment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a related field or equivalent scientific competence.
• Expertise in wildlife management and forest ecology.
• Ability to attract external funding for research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research in animal ecology.
• Supervise doctoral students and mentor post-doctoral researchers.
• Publish scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Scientific competence

Demonstrated leadership skills

Good knowledge of English

Pedagogical competence

Education

Completed a doctoral degree in a relevant subject area

Job description

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet is seeking a qualified candidate to lead research in animal ecology, with a focus on plant-animal interactions in temperate forests. Responsibilities include overseeing research projects, contributing to teaching, and acquiring funding while building collaborations within academia.

The position promises a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and generous benefits, including Swedish family health care. Fluency in Swedish is required within four years of appointment.