Researcher in Rural Development
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Fiskar- och jägarjobb / Uppsala
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The Department of Urban and Rural Development offers a stimulating research environment. Research and education at the department are carried out at four different divisions: Agrarian History, Rural Development, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Communication. The appointment will be at the Division of Rural Development. The Division of Rural Development consists of two subject areas: Rural Development in the Global South and Rural Development in Sweden and Europe. An international master's program in Rural Development and Natural Resource Management and a 5-year professional program in agronomy focusing on rural development are offered by the Division.
Subject description:
The position is within the subject of Rural development in the Global South. Applications are welcome for researchers with key expertise in gender and the effects of the feminisation of agriculture on inequality and the overall conditions of rural regions with a focus on Nepal. Applicants should provide a brief text outlining their suitability for the research project, and provide key connections to ongoing research within the Department of Urban and Rural Development.
Duties:
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join and develop our research group on Rural development in the Global South. Your task will be: i) to identify the most important knowledge gaps in your field of research ii) through extensive fieldwork in Nepal bring critical perspectives on the implications of increased feminization in agriculture for rural development and iii) take an active part in academic activities in the division and contribute to building up the subject.
Qualifications:
The candidate should have a Ph.D. in the social sciences or humanities and documented expertise in the area of research and of having fieldwork skills. The applicant should also have documented capability to carry out independent research and skills in writing scientific publications. Excellent English communication skills are expected.
Place of Work: Uppsala
Form of employment: The position is a permanent researcher position, SLU uses probationary employment.
Extent: 100%
Starting date: August 1, 2019
Application:
The application should include an application letter describing why you are suitable for the position and your research interests, a project proposal, CV including a list of publications, a sample of your work, (e.g. an article), contact information of two reference persons and PhD diploma/certificate.
Welcome to apply using the button below at the latest June 17, 2019
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) develops the understanding and sustainable use and management of biological natural resources. The university ranks well internationally within its subject areas. SLU is a research-intensive university that also offers unique degree programmes in for example rural development and natural resource management, environmental economics, animal science and landscape architecture.
SLU has just over 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and a turnover of SEK 3 billion. The university has invested heavily in a modern, attractive environment on its campuses in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala.
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Publiceringsdatum2019-06-03ErsättningFast lön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2019-06-17
Klicka på denna länk för att göra din ansökanKontaktFlora Hajdu, Acting subject head, Rural Development in the Global South
Flora.Hajdu@slu.se 018-672162
Margarita Cuadra,
Margarita.Cuadra@slu.seFöretagSveriges lantbruksuniversitet
AdressSveriges lantbruksuniversitet
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Box 7012
75007 Uppsala
KontorsadressUlls väg 27
Jobbnummer 4820188
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