PhD Position in Biology at SLU: The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) develops the understanding and sustainable use and management of biological natural resources. Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies, SLU invited application for PhD student for a unique project on combining biomass extraction for, among other things, biofuel use with active conservation measures in thinning forests.
About the Positions: Selected candidates will work on issues related to biodiversity and forestry in thinning forests – something that so far has not been as much researched. The aim of this research is to investigate, among other things, the effects of alternative thinning methods on biodiversity (especially lichens and insects).
Positions: PhD Position
Place of posting: Uppsala
Salary: According to agreement.
Duration: 4 years
Educational qualifications: Interested and eligible candidates must have Master degree in biology, forest science or equivalent and good knowledge of forest ecology, remote analysis, and extensive experience in fieldwork with Good ability to communicate in written and spoken English. Candidates with good knowledge of statistics (preferably with the software R) and experience with ArcGIS will be preferred.
Closing Date: 26 March 2020
How to apply: Interested and eligible applicants may apply through the link given below by 26 March 2020 with their CV including publication list, PhD diploma, a personal letter with previous research, other activities of relevance for the position.
Contact Address: Jörgen Sjögren, Associate Professor, jorgen.sjogren@slu.se
| Quick Overview——– | |
| Organization | The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) |
| Position | PhD Position |
| Country | Sweden |
| Subject areas | Biology |
| Fellowship | As per norms |
| Eligibility | Master degree in related subjects. |
| Deadline | 26 March 2020 |
For more information: For detailed announcement and instructions for submission of application, eligibility requirements, other terms and conditions, please visit the link given below.
