Postdoc - diversified arable cropping
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Hälsoskyddsjobb / Uppsala
2025-06-13
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We are looking for a motivated postdoc interested in co-developing diversified arable cropping practices for more sustainable and crisis-prepared agriculture. The successful candidate will join a strong international research environment working with applied agroecological research.
About the position
Diversification of the cropping system increases resource use efficiency and reduces the need for external sources of nutrients and plant protection products. Uptake of diversification is largely hindered by socioeconomic and technological lock-ins, calling for a collaboration between researchers and farmers to identify which practices that are practically applicable. In this project, the postdoctoral scholar will together with other researchers, farmers and crop advisors at the farming consultancy company Lovang Lantbrukskonsult co-develop, test and evaluate candidate solutions to more diverse arable cropping practices under real farming conditions.
The postdoc will coordinate co-development, study design, data collation and analysis, as well as write and publish scientific papers in collaboration with the research team. The postdoc is also expected to contribute to team activities, assist in student supervision and communicate with stakeholders. This research project is part of FORCE (
https://force-sweden.se/), a centre for preparedness and competitiveness. The project will be carried out in collaboration with Lund University and the centre's non-academic partners.
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, environmental science, agronomy or an equivalent subject. 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. Experience of designing, performing and reporting applied agroecological research is considered a merit.
Selection is made based on the written application and interviews. The application, written in English, must include
1) a statement of your scientific interests and motivation for applying for this position, including experience in the research area (max 5000 characters including spaces)
2)Curriculum vitae, including a complete publication list, separated into peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed publications
3)Contact details of two professional references
4)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.
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. We build on extensive national and international research collaborations to generate cutting-edge research and outreach to further ecology as science and promote sustainable agriculture.
More about the Department:
https://www.slu.se/en/departments/ecology/More about working work at SLU:
https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/Location:
Uppsala,Sweden.
Form of employment:
Postdoc 2 year. Time limited employment with possibility for extension.
Scope:
100%.
Start date:
As agreed.
Application:
Please submit your application before deadline 11 August 2025. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.
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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Arbetsgivare Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (org.nr 202100-2817),
http://www.slu.se Arbetsplats Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Kontakt Ola Lundin
firstname.surname@slu.se Jobbnummer 9387001