Researcher in limnology/aquatic ecology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

A position as a researcher in limnology/aquatic ecology is available at the Department of Ecology and Genetics, Limnology.

The Department of Ecology and Genetics is an international environment with staff and students from all over the world. Our research spans from evolutionary ecology and genetics to studies of ecosystems. For more information, see www.ieg.uu.se.

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Project description
The project aims to understand how organism communities, food webs, and ecosystem services in alpine/Arctic lakes and rivers are changing in a warmer climate.

Duties
Participate in data compilation/analyses and the writing of scientific publications within projects that address ecological change in Arctic lakes and streams with partners in the US, Canada, Denmark/Greenland, Norway and Sweden. Even additional field work can occur.

Qualifications required
The applicant must hold a PhD in limnology, aquatic ecology or equivalent, preferably with a profile in northern/Arctic ecosystems and their food webs. Good knowledge of multivariate statistics, good skills in oral and written communication in English are required, as well as experience of field work and a valid driver's license. Great emphasis is placed on personal qualities such as good cooperative ability and accuracy.

Qualifications desired
Previous postdoc experience is a merit, as are documented experience of how stable isotopes and/or lipids are applied in food web research, of experimental studies, and of work in Arctic/alpine environments.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position until 2024-08-31. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date as soon as possible as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position please contact: Professor Lars Tranvik, lars.tranvik @ebc.uu.se.

Application
The application must include 1) CV with contact details, 2) diploma, 3) publication list, and 4) a cover letter that includes your motivation for the position. The application should be written in English.

You are welcome to submit your application no later than 1 March, 2024. UFV-PA 2024/512.

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