Postdoc on terrestrial carbon cycle under global change

SVERIGES LANTBRUKSUNIVERSITET; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 468,720 - 647,280; Part time

Job summary

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) in Uppsala invites applications for a two‑year postdoctoral position in the Soil and Environmental Physics group. The project investigates how ecological, biogeochemical, and physical processes govern carbon cycle responses to global change and how these interactions can be integrated into soil and ecosystem models.

The successful candidate will perform independent research, collect and analyze data, develop process-based models, and contribute

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field (carbon cycle, soils, ecology) and no more than three years postdoc.
• Experience collecting and harmonizing data from literature and databases.
• Ability to develop and use process-based models of soil carbon cycles.
• Strong publication record in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research on carbon cycle processes in soils.
• Collect data from literature and online databases.
• Develop and apply process-based mathematical models.
• Publish papers in collaboration with the project group.
• Present results at seminars and conferences.

Skills

Data collection

Statistical analysis

Process-based modelling

Scientific writing

Presentation skills

Education

PhD (Doctoral degree)

Job description

Department of Soil and Environment

A 2‑year postdoc position is available in the Soil and Environmental Physics group at the Department of Soil and Environment, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), in Uppsala.

Overview

We are looking for a researcher fascinated by the interactions of ecological, biogeochemical, and physical processes that shape the responses of the carbon cycle to global change and the implementation of these interactions into soil and ecosystem models. Depending on the selected candidate, the research project can focus on statistical analysis of literature data, process‑based modelling, or a combination of the two.

We offer a stimulating research environment with opportunities to collaborate with soil scientists and ecologists, within SLU, in Sweden and internationally.

Responsibilities

As a post‑doc, you will be expected to perform independent research, including:

• Data collection from literature sources and online databases
• Statistical data analyses
• Development and use of process‑based mathematical models of the carbon cycle in soils and ecosystems
• Writing scientific papers in collaboration with the project group and external collaborators
• Presenting research results at seminars and conferences

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and be no more than three years post‑doctoral. We seek a highly motivated researcher with excellent skills and experience in:

• Formulating novel research questions and hypotheses on processes controlling carbon fluxes and storages in soils, vegetation, and ecosystems
• Collecting, harmonizing, and statistically analyzing data on soil, vegetation or ecosystem carbon fluxes and storages from literature sources and databases
• Developing and using process‑based mathematical models of the carbon cycle in soils and ecosystems

We are particularly interested in candidates able to conceptualize and statistically or mathematically link processes occurring at different spatial or temporal scales, or across levels of ecological organization (e.g., upscaling of microbial processes to ecosystem level; use of plant traits to understand ecosystem carbon budgets). Experience in publishing in highly ranked scientific journals in English is also important.

About the Department

The Department of Soil and Environment is a leading soil research institution nationally and internationally. Our research focuses on fundamental soil properties and processes and how soil functions are affected by changes in environmental conditions, including climate change. The department has seven subject groups, important research infrastructure, and provides educational opportunities.

Location

Uppsala

Employment

Temporary employment for 24 months, with the possibility of extension.

Start Date

As agreed.

Application

Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter (max 1 page)
• CV – degrees, completed courses, work experience and publications
• Contact information for 2‑3 references
• Research proposal describing:
• State of the art on the project topic described in the advertisement (max half page)
• Knowledge gaps that need to be addressed (max half page)
• Proposed approach to fill the identified gaps and how it is related to the applicant's knowledge, expertise and previous experiences (max one page)

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