Industrial aquaponics is a high-density agricultural technique that combines elements of both hydroponics and aquaculture in a synergistic production technology that utilizes fish wastes as plant fertilizer, thus reducing waste disposal and input requirements.
Improvements in engineering design have been able to significantly increase output capacities and have now made industrial aquaponics applications a commercial reality.
You will be responsible for running applied experiments in several different labs internationally, thus requiring flexibility for extended stays in various locations; further international travel will also be necessary to participate in meetings, working groups, conferences and visits with industry partners.
- You must possess a PhD in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, veterinary medicine, bioengineering, biotechnology, cell biology or related disciplines.
- It is not a requirement to have prior experience with aquaponics or prior experience in hydroponic crop production (commercial greenhouse facilities) and/or the operation of recirculating aquaculture systems, but such experience would be useful.
- If the following items are not evident on the CV, please state clearly in the cover letter how you meet the following requirements:
- Proof of research and scientific writing skills with at least 3 published peer-reviewed articles as first author in peer-reviewed journals (please also highlight any technical reports written). Full-text of articles must be provided with the application.
- Good communication skills in English (written and spoken) are necessary. A valid driver’s license is required. The position also involves frequent international travel as the work is being conducted with partners in international laboratories.
- Candidates without any prior international work/study experience will not be considered.
- A start date is ideally prior to June 1, 2020, but the exact start date for this position is negotiable depending on the availability of a suitable candidate.
- The post-doctoral fellow will be hired for a two-year period to lead this project. You will have a full spectrum of vacation and leave benefits, as well as coverage from national health and business travel insurance.
How to apply
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Application procedure
The application must include:
- A CV and short cover letter that describes how the applicant meets the selection criteria
- Full text of three accepted peer-reviewed manuscripts
- Name and contact details of three referees in a file entitled References (your name).pdf
Contact information
please contact Alyssa Joyce: alyssa.joyce@gu.se For further information about the position.
