Postdoc Fellow: Shape Rural Development in the Global South

SweDev; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 382,221 - 546,030; Full time

Job summary

SLU in Uppsala is hiring a postdoctoral researcher focusing on Rural Development in the Global South. The role involves exploring social impacts of tree planting for carbon credits in Africa, fostering climate-smart agriculture practices.

The ideal candidate will possess a recent PhD in a relevant field, strong skills in research design, and excellent English communication abilities. This position includes a teaching component and the expectation to promote collaborative research efforts.

Qualifications

• PhD must not be older than three years in June 2023.
• Strong ability in ethnographic fieldwork with participatory methods and interviews.
• Documented ability to collaborate in research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the social impacts of tree planting for carbon credits.
• Co-publish and apply for research funds with the team.
• Teach and supervise Bachelor's and Master's theses.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication skills in English

Good ability to independently design and carry out research task

Personal suitability

Education

PhD in social sciences or humanities

Job description

SLU in Uppsala is hiring a postdoctoral researcher focusing on Rural Development in the Global South. The role involves exploring social impacts of tree planting for carbon credits in Africa, fostering climate-smart agriculture practices.

The ideal candidate will possess a recent PhD in a relevant field, strong skills in research design, and excellent English communication abilities. This position includes a teaching component and the expectation to promote collaborative research efforts.