Temporary research position modelling bird monitoring data

Department of Ecology

At the Department of Ecology in Uppsala we conduct research for sustainable forest and agricultural production, and for efficient biological conservation. We study the influence of land use and climate change on animals, plants, soil nutrient status, and greenhouse gas balances. Solutions are sought that will mitigate climate change, preserve threatened species, benefit biological diversity and ecosystem services, and control pests in forests and agricultural landscapes as well as in urban areas.

Duties:

Develop models for Swedish national monitoring data on multiple bird species and write scientific papers.

Qualifications:

Applicants should hold a PhD in Ecology. Experience in analysing bird count monitoring data, using  multi-species models and non-linear time series analyses, and good programming skills in R are required. Documented skills in scientific writing within the subject area will be given emphasis in the evaluation. Emphasis will also be placed on personal qualities such as collaborative skills as well as a demonstrated abililty to independently initiate, conduct, and complete research projects. Good skills in communicating in English are required.

The position is meant for a junior researcher, and candidates should have a PhD degree that is three years old at most.

Place of work:

Uppsala

Form of employment:

Temporary position for 18 months, with possible extension.

Extent:

100%

Starting date:

January 6, 2022, or according to agreement.

Application:

No later than November 26, 2021. Use the button below.

Specific documents attached: i) a personal letter of motivation (max 1 page), ii) CV, and iii) contact information for at least two reference persons familiar with the qualifications of the applicant.

Academic union representatives:

https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/