PhD in Forest Pathology: Field & Lab Research

SLU - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences; Lomma kommun; On-site; SEK 368,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

SLU - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences is offering a doctoral position in forest pathology at the Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre, Alnarp. The project investigates biotic and abiotic threats to birch, with emphasis on field studies across Sweden and molecular diagnostics in the lab.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary environment within Trees For Me and contribute to scientific publications and partner engagements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in forest pathology, biology, forest science or equivalent with specific entry requirements.
• Ability to communicate scientific work in English, spoken and written.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field, lab and multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out field and laboratory studies; analyze and interpret data.
• Communicate results through scientific articles and conference presentations.
• Engage with project partners and contribute to interdisciplinary research.

Skills

Clear English communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in forest pathology

Tools

Fungal isolation

Molecular biology methods

DNA‑based analyses

Job description

SLU - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences is offering a doctoral position in forest pathology at the Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre, Alnarp. The project investigates biotic and abiotic threats to birch, with emphasis on field studies across Sweden and molecular diagnostics in the lab.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary environment within Trees For Me and contribute to scientific publications and partner engagements.