Southern Swedish Forest Research CentreWe are seeking an experienced and committed teacher and researcher in nature conservation ecology for a full-time, six-month temporary position.About the positionThe duties primarily involve teaching the subject and serving as the acting course leader for an undergraduate course on nature conservation and ecosystem services. The course curriculum is already established, and a key requirement for the position is an understanding of nature conservation and ecosystem services within the context of Swedish forestry.Your profileThe candidate must hold a doctoral degree in nature conservation ecology or biology. The candidate must possess documented experience in nature conservation ecology demonstrated through scientific publications and/or a doctoral thesis, as well as in-depth knowledge of the relationship between forestry and nature conservation in boreal environments. Additional qualifications include experience in teaching and supervising students at both undergraduate and advanced levels, as well as experience in coordinating collaborative activities with society and the forestry sector.Previous experience teaching ecology, specifically regarding nature conservation and biodiversity considerations in boreal forest ecosystems is also considered an asset. As collaboration with Swedish stakeholders is involved, the ability to communicate fluently in both Swedish and English is highly desirable. Limited proficiency in Swedish will only be considered if no other applicant possesses the required language skills.About usSLU is one of the world’s highest ranked universities in several subject areas and is ranked #1 in forestry (CWUR). At our centre we carry out research, teaching and dissemination of scientific findings with direct applic…

Researcher in nature conservation ecology