Researcher in Environmental Analytical Chemistry
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Kemistjobb / Uppsala
2026-03-18
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We are seeking an analytical chemist with expertise in high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) to develop and apply early warning system tools for identifying emerging hazardous chemicals in water and related environmental matrices.
About the position
The main objective is to design and implement suspect and non-target screening workflows using LC-HRMS/MS to detect, prioritize, and characterize previously unrecognized contaminants. This includes developing data-driven strategies that combine HRMS data with cheminformatics and statistical tools to identify compounds of environmental and health concern. Key tasks include sample preparation, extraction, and HRMS analysis, as well as processing large datasets involving feature detection, annotation, structural elucidation, and trend analysis. The candidate will apply and further develop computational workflows (e.g., R) for compound identification in complex matrices, with emphasis on R-based data evaluation and visualization. The position also involves responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and development of LC-MS/MS and LC-HRMS instrumentation, including method validation, troubleshooting, and ensuring high data quality. Support for method development and training of other users is included.
The successful candidate will contribute to scientific publications, participate in research initiatives (e.g., PARC), build collaborations, and support new project development. The role includes working in interdisciplinary teams, contributing to analytical infrastructure, and participating in teaching and student supervision.
Your profile
Applicants must hold a PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field. Applicants with extensive experience in LC-HRMS-based early-warning monitoring, including combined RP-HILIC suspect screening and temporal trend analysis of environmental contaminants, are strongly encouraged to apply. Strong experience in LC-HRMS instrumentation, data processing workflows, and large dataset interpretation is essential. Experience with Orbitrap instruments (Thermo Scientific) and Compound Discoverer is also considered a significant merit. Additional merits include experience with cheminformatic tools, statistical analysis, and visualization, as well as knowledge of environmental sampling, contaminant fate, and regulatory frameworks. Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration, project development, and leadership is advantageous, as is prior teaching and supervision experience.
Emphasis is also placed on personal characteristics such as communication skills, interpersonal skills, analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team. Proficiency in English (both spoken and written) is required, as well as experience in delivering research presentations.
About us
The Department of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment is working with applied environmental science, with a national responsibility for assessing the condition of Swedish surface waters with respect to water chemistry, pollution and aquatic biota. The research focuses on geochemical and hydrological processes, aquatic ecology and biodiversity, microbial ecology as well as on environmental chemistry and aquatic ecotoxicology. The department has some 150 employees, of which approximately half are researchers/doctoral students and the other half are technical and administrative staff.
For more information about the department visit:
www.slu.se/aquatic-sciencesRead more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting:
https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/Location:
Uppsala
Form of employment:
Indefinite-term employment. SLU may use probationary employment.
Scope:
100%
Start date:
As agreed.
Application:
Please submit your application before deadline 6 April 2026. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.
The application should be written in English. The following documents should be included: (1) CV including a publication list, (2) PhD diploma, (3) a description of previous research, other activities of relevance for the position, and a description of specific research interests (maximum three pages), and (4) names and addresses of at least one person able to provide references for the candidate.
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 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 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 Professor
Lutz Ahrens
firstname.surname@slu.se +46-18-673033 Jobbnummer 9805658