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Ph.D position in Biology with specialisation in Toxicology
Project description The doctoral position is based at the Man-Technology-Environment (MTM) Research Centre, recognized leader in environmental and health-related research. MTM conducts multidisciplinary studies in chemistry and biology to address key societal challenges. The overall aim of the doctoral project is to understand environmental safety and human health hazards of recycled plastics and plastic waste flows by studying related chemicals. The objectives are to identify plastic-associated compounds that have adverse health impacts. The position is open to candidates with a background in biology or toxicology. The candidate will conduct experimental work integrating high-content imaging (Cell Painting), receptor-reporter assays, and data analysis to support toxicological assessment of recycled plastics and plastic-associated chemicals. The doctoral student project will be supervised by a group of supervisors from biology and chemistry. The programme and the doctoral studentship The doctoral student will take part of a research project funded by the Knowledge and Competence Foundation (Jubileumsdoktorander | KK-stiftelsen). The project has a strong emphasis on collaboration and includes networking activities with industry and 43 other doctoral students and supervisors in different areas of knowledge from different universities in Sweden. The doctoral programme consists of courses and an independent research project that you will present in a doctoral thesis. The programme concludes with a doctoral degree and comprises 240 credits, which corresponds to four years of full-time study. Our ambition is for your doctoral studies to be stimulating and purposeful throughout the programme until you have obtained your doctoral degree. A thorough introduction will therefore get you off to a good start and provide a solid foundation on which you can build your studies. As a doctoral student at Örebro University, you will be offered a specially tailored seminar series, covering matters ranging from doctoral programme rules and careers to support during the study period and networking. The place on the programme is linked to a full-time doctoral studentship for the duration of the study programme, which corresponds to four years of full-time study. More information on doctoral studentships, part-time studies and part-time doctoral studentships can be found in the Regulations Handbook. The initial salary for a doctoral studentship is SEK 32,300 a month. Entry requirements and selection For admission to doctoral studies, applicants are required to meet both general entry requirements and specific entry requirements. In addition, applicants must be considered in other respects to have the ability required to benefit from the programme. For a full account of the entry requirements, refer to the admissions regulations as well as to annex 2 of the general syllabus for biology. Applicants meet the specific entry requirements for doctoral studies in biology and/or toxicology if they have received a passing grade on courses of at least 120 credits in biology or related fields, including an independent project at the advanced course level or on the second cycle, as well as at least a further 30 credits on the second cycle. A person who has acquired substantially corresponding knowledge, in Sweden or abroad, also meets the specific entry requirements. A person with credits or qualifications from undergraduate programmes under the previous higher education system corresponding to the entry requirements in the previous paragraph will also be eligible. In such cases, the higher advanced course level/80 credit level under the older provisions shall be considered as corresponding to the second cycle under the current system. Information For more information about the programme and the doctoral studentship, contact Anna Kärrman (project leader, anna.karrman@oru.se) or Ingrid Ericson Jogsten (Head of Unit,ingrid.ericson@oru.se). At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach. Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterized by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations. Application to the programme and for the doctoral studentship The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure. For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included: CV Proof that you meet the general and specific entry requirements (copies of the original certificates and official transcripts for bachelor’s and master’s degrees) Independent project (degree project) Other relevant documents, course and degree certificates verifying eligibility As a main rule, application documents and attachments are to be written in Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, or English. Certificates and documents in other languages verifying your qualifications and experience must be translated by an authorised translator to Swedish or English. A list of authorised translators can be obtained from Kammarkollegiet (the Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency), www.kammarkollegiet.se/engelska/start. When you apply for admission, you automatically also apply for a doctoral studentship. More information for applicants will be found on our career site: https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/applicants-and-external-experts/ The application deadline is March 4, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application! Apply Now
Field assistant position in Grimsö Wildlife Research Station
About the position Planning and conducting fieldwork; inspection and maintenance of experimental wildlife deterrent units; analysis of video footage and image material from wildlife cameras; participation in thesis writing and scientific publications; acting as a liaison with a French research team. Your profile You must hold at least a Master’s degree in biology with a specialization in ethology or wildlife biology, have extensive practical experience in ethological studies involving wildlife cameras and wildlife deterrent systems, and possess strong skills in the use of the analysis tools BORIS, R, and Python. Experience with international, particularly French, collaborations is considered an asset. You are fluent in spoken and written French and English and hold a valid driving licence. About us At the Department of Ecology, research and education in ecology are conducted with a focus on the dynamics of populations, biological communities, and ecosystems, often with an emphasis on the ecology of agricultural and forest landscapes. Fundamental and applied questions concerning the ecological consequences of land use and biodiversity are frequently addressed together, both in individual projects and in larger collaborative efforts. Grimsö Research Station is located in the Bergslagen region, in Lindesberg Municipality. Grimsö is part of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and constitutes the Wildlife Ecology Division within the Department of Ecology. Grimsö also hosts the Wildlife Damage Centre, which provides training and information on damage caused by protected wildlife and on how such damage can be prevented. Read more about the department of Ecology here: Department of Ecology | slu.se Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ Location: Grimsö wildlife research station Form of employment: Fixed-term employment for 4 months, with a possible extension. Scope: 100% Start date: 1st March 2026 as agreed. Application: Please submit your application before deadline 23 february 2026. You can submit your application by clicking the button below. Contact person Andreas Seiler firstname.lastname@slu.se Contact person Andreas Seiler firstname.lastname@slu.se Apply Now
Researcher position in Conservation Biology
We are seeking a candidate who wishes to gain deeper insight into how forestry impacts biodiversity, including insects and fungi. About us At the Department of Ecology in Uppsala, we conduct research for sustainable forest and agricultural production and efficient biological conservation. We study the influence of land use and climate on animals, plants, soils nutrient status, and greenhouse gas balances. Solutions are sought that will mitigate climate change, preserve threatened species, benefit biological diversity and ecosystem services, and control pests in forest and agricultural landscapes as well as in urban areas. Read more about the Department of Ecology: Department of Ecology | slu.se See also: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/ecology/ About the position The researcher will work in the field (in southern Sweden), with statistical analyses, and writing of scientific papers. The research project is about how insects (beetles and parasitic wasps) and fungi are affected by forest management, specifically on effects of dead wood additions caused by the spruce bark beetle. Your profile A Ph D in ecology or a similar subject is required. Experience from similar research, i.e. about how different forest organism groups are affected by environmental changes at, for instance, spruce bark beetle outbreaks, is required. The experience should include statistical analyses of species communities as well as planning and conducting field work. Knowledge about beetles, parasitic wasps and fungi is a merit. The applicant should be able to take own initiatives and work both independently and in a group. Excellent skills in written and spoken English is a requirement. Driving license is required. Location: Uppsala, travel is required Form of employment: Time-limited employment 8 months, with possibility to prolongation. Scope: Full-time position. Start date: April 1st 2026 or as agreed. Application: Welcome with your application via the application button below no later than February 23th 2026. The application must contain: (i) a summary of the research experience in relation with required qualifications, (ii) a description of how a research project with the above-described direction could be conducted, (iii) CV, and (iv) two reference persons. Contact person Thomas Ranius Professor fornamn.efternamn@slu.se Apply Now
Ph.D position in the topic “Genetic basis of feralisation in the chicken”
Department of Animal Biosciences The Department of Animal Biosciences (HBIO) at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) performs research and teaching that spans from molecular and cellular mechanisms to the biology and welfare of various animals. Our activities cover a broad spectrum of disciplines, including anatomy, physiology, genetics, breeding, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, immunology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and One Health. We study production animals, companion animals, laboratory animals, and wildlife to advance sustainable animal health, welfare, and productivity. The department offers a dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary research environment with strong collaborations across research groups and external partners in academia and industry. The PhD student will join a vibrant scientific community dedicated to developing sustainable, data-driven, and ethically responsible breeding strategies for modern animal production systems. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ Genetic basis of feralisation in the chicken Animal Science Description: We are looking for a motivated and committed PhD student who wants to understand the genetic consequences of feralisation and how these processes can alter the phenotype in feral and wild chickens. The position involves doctoral studies where you will analyze genomic, transcriptomic and in particular methylation data obtained from feral birds from Hawaii and Bermuda. You will be using this data in combination to determine the genetic basis of feralisation, and in particular the role of methylation on gene expression to help determine critical regions underlying phenotypic variation. These regions will then be used to help produce a transgenic chicken to turn a domestic chicken wild, as part of an ongoing project with Revive & Restore. You will also take courses at the doctoral level, participate in international conferences, and communicate with collaborators in academia and industry. Opportunities for research visits abroad may be available. The research combines a mixture of bioinformatic work using large-scale genomic, transcriptomic and methylomic data, in combination with wet-lab techniques concerning maintaining Primordial Germ Cells and their embryonic insertion. Qualifications: You must hold a master’s degree (or equivalent) in biology, natural sciences, engineering, or equivalent. You must also have a documented proficiency in written and spoken English. Examples of knowledge and skills that may be of use in the position include evolutionary and population genetics, genetic diversity, statistical data analysis (e.g., Quantitative Trait Loci mapping, genomic association studies, linear models and mixed linear models, etc.), analysis of genotype and DNA sequence data, programming/scripting languages such as R or Python. In particular, experience working with methylation data and the analysis of this type of data is a benefit. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as commitment, ability to collaborate, analytical skills, independence, and initiative and organizational skills. The position will be offered to the candidate that after a qualitative assessment is deemed to be the most suitable to perform and develop the project tasks as well as contributing to a positive development of the subject area. Place of work: Uppsala Forms for funding or employment: Doctoral position, 4 years of study. Scope: 100% Starting date: According to agreement. Application: Click the “Apply” button to submit your application. The deadline is 2026-02-28. To qualify for third-cycle (Doctoral) courses and study programmes, you must have a second-cycle (Master’s) qualification. Alternatively, you must have conducted a minimum of four years of full-time study, of which a minimum of one year at second-cycle level. Applicants will be selected based on their written application and CV, degree project, copies of their degree certificate and transcript of records from previous first and second-cycle studies at a university or higher education institution, two personal references, and knowledge of English. More information about the English language requirements can be found here: https://www.slu.se/en/education/programmes-courses/doctoral-studies/application-admission-doctoral-studies/ Please note that applicants invited to interview must submit attested copies of their degree certificate, or equivalent, a transcript of records from previous first and second-cycle studies at a university or higher education institution. Applicants who are not Swedish citizens need to submit an attested copy of their passport’s information page containing their photograph and personal details. Contact person Dominic Wright Professor firstname.surname@slu.se Anna Johansson Division head +4618672029 firstname.surname@slu.se Apply Now