Postdoc - data-driven approaches for improved crop protection
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Hälsoskyddsjobb / Uppsala
2025-01-29
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We are looking for a motivated postdoc interested in using large data sets to investigate the drivers of pest and pathogen outbreaks in agriculture. The project has strong elements of quantitative research informed by an ecological understanding of pest and pathogen interactions with crops. The successful candidate will join a strong international research environment addressing applied agroecological research questions.
About the position
Understanding the factors that drive crop pest and pathogen outbreaks is central to the economic and environmental sustainability of agriculture. Our understanding of how climatic conditions and crop management affect pests is, however, still incomplete, hindering the development of decision support systems for more effective crop protection. The postdoc will analyze large digitized monitoring datasets collated over decades in tens of thousands fields to assess how crop pests and diseases are affected by current climatic conditions. and predict changes under future climates. Based on the results, the postdoc will carry out in-depth and fine-tuned analyses for selected key crop pests and pathogens, including the role of crop management practices (e.g. crop rotation), to concretely support crop advisors and farmers with pest management decisions.
The postdoc will coordinate data collation and analysis, as well as write and publish scientific papers in collaboration with the research team. The postdoc will be advised by Associate Professor Ola Lundin (
https://www.slu.se/cv/ola-lundin/) with expertise in entomology and ecology, Associate Professor Hanna Friberg (www.slu.se/en/ew-cv/hanna-friberg/) with expertise in plant pathology and Professor Giulia Vico (
https://www.slu.se/en/ew-cv/giulia-vico/) with expertise in modelling plant-environment interactions. The postdoc is also expected to contribute to team activities, assist in student supervision and communicate with stakeholders.
Your profile
We are looking for highly motivated candidates who are actively pursuing an academic career. You should have documented research experience and an interest in the research area. The position requires a Ph.D. in biology, ecology, agricultural engineering, environmental science, agronomy or an equivalent subject. Strong documented expertise in statistical analysis is required. Experience in compiling and analyzing large datasets using mixed models, machine learning or other statistical approaches suitable for large datasets is meriting. You should have a documented ability to independently initiate, conduct, and complete research projects and to generate and publish the findings in international peer-reviewed journals. Written and oral communication skills in English at an academic level are required. The candidate is expected to be able and willing to take initiative and to work both independently and in a team.
About us
The position is based at the Department of Ecology, part of the Ecology Center of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), in Uppsala, Sweden. The postdoc will join a stimulating and dynamic, international research environment with an extensive national and international network focusing on sustainable agriculture. We conduct research for sustainable agriculture, forest production and biological conservation. Our basic research on populations, communities and ecosystems forms the foundation for understanding influences of land use and climate on animals, plants and soil nutrient status and greenhouse gas balance. Solutions are sought that will produce enough food sustainably, mitigate climate change, preserve threatened species, and support biological diversity and ecosystem services. Active dissemination, outreach and frequent contacts with stakeholders are key activities.
More about the Department:
https://www.slu.se/en/departments/ecology/Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting:
https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/Location:
Uppsala, Sweden.
Form of employment:
Temporary employment 24 months, with the possibility of extension.
Scope:
100%.
Start date:
As agreed.
Application:
Please submit your application before deadline 19 March 2025. You can submit your application by clicking the button below. Applications via email cannot be considered.
Selection is made based on the written application and interviews. The application, written in English, must include
• a statement of your scientific interests and motivation for applying for this position, including experience in the research area (max 5000 characters including spaces)
• Curriculum vitae, including a complete publication list, separated into peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed publications
• Contact details of two professional references
• Copies of previous academic degrees and transcripts of academic records
The statement should highlight current research interests, expertise, and other activities relevant to the advertised position. Particular emphasis will be placed on your written statement of motivation describing your research interests and indicating interest and expertise in the research area, but we will also consider personal characteristics, including collaborative skills.
Union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/ The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.
SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
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Kontakt Forskare
Ola Lundin
firstname.surname@slu.se Jobbnummer 9132204