Doctoral student Ecotech.

Mid Sweden University, with about 15000 students and 1000 employees, is a multi-campus university based in Härnösand, Sundsvall and Östersund.The Department of Engineering and Sustainable Development offers courses in construction, energy, ecotechnology, environmental science, sports technology, and quality and leadership development.The research programme at the department is strong and is developing rapidly. Mid Sweden University, at the Department of Engineering and Sustainable Development, is seeking applicants for the following post Doctoral student Ecotechnology and Environmental Science Ref.No.MIUN 2008/1118 Job description: Productivity of Swedish forests can be considerably improved through intensified management practices.An increased use of wood material can help mitigate climate change, for example, through its use as a building frame material to substitute traditional material in multi-storey buildings.However, it is likely that there will be varying opinions and apprehensions among stakeholders to adopt such innovations.Introduction of new forest management practices or wood building methods, akin to many innovations, is likely to be associated with risks, changed routines, demand for new knowledge and capital.A new practice or product will be adopted if the stakeholders are convinced of the advantages of such an innovation.The successful candidate will undertake social surveys to investigate the knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of the general public and the forest owners about new forest management practices.The candidate will also carry out surveys of property owners, builders, engineers and architects to understand their attitude towards wood as a construction material. Conditions for employment: This is full time position (100%).Duties should begin as soon as possible.The position is linked to a registration as PhD student in Ecotechnology and Environmental Science at Mid Sweden University.Monthly salary: SEK 20,700 (approximately EUR 2150) Qualification requirements: Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree of at least 120 credits including specialization of at least 60 credits in Ecotechnology and Environmental Science or related subjects.A master's degree in the field of environmental science, forestry or social sciences is a significant merit.Experience with social surveys and statistical analysis is an asset.Candidates should have good knowledge of English.The post is stationed in Östersund, Sweden.In the interest of gender equality Mid Sweden University aims to employ an equal number of men and women.Hence, women are particularly encouraged to apply for the above post. Contact person: Professor Leif Gustavsson, phone no. Application: Applicants to the post of doctoral student should enclose with their applications the following: a short presentation of themselves describing their interest in the position, a certified CV, certificates of academic qualifications, the names of at least two referees, and a list of their academic work that has been published.The application, consisting of the above-mentioned enclosures, should be sent to: Registrator, Mid Sweden University, S-85170 Sundsvall, Sweden.The last date of application is October 15, 2008.Write the reference number on your application.