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Description We are looking for a project assistant who will lead fieldwork with a focus on the behavior and ecology of migratory fish. We offer an opportunity to gain practical experience in an established research environment and work with migratory fish species such as Atlantic salmon ( Salmo salar ) and ide ( Leuciscus idus ). As a project assistant, you will be part of the research group Natural Resources Running Water ( nrrv.se ) in freshwater biology at Karlstad University. Examples of the type of projects you will participate in can be found here: https://doi.org/10.1111/jfb.15770 . Job duties The tasks mainly include: 1) planning and catching fish, 2) planning and carrying out the installation of acoustic receivers in Emån, 3) surgically tagging fish with acoustic telemetry transmitters, and 4) downloading and analyzing data on the movement of the tagged fish. The work will mostly take place in the field at Emån, Kalmar County. Preparations, planning and analysis will mainly take place at Karlstad University. To contribute to a good working environment and development of the operation, you will be present and participate in the daily work and community. Eligibility requirements For employment, the applicant must have: A master’s degree in a subject area in biology relevant to the position (e.g. with a focus on fish ecology) Documented experience and certification in handling fish and working with surgical tagging of fish, especially salmon and/or trout smolts Documented experience in planning and conducting large-scale studies with acoustic telemetry Documented extensive experience in analyzing telemetry data with Time-to-event with Cox proportional hazards models Good knowledge of Swedish and English Driving license (B) Great importance will be attached to Personal qualities such as good teamwork, good judgment, responsibility, commitment to the business and a positive attitude towards colleagues and students, as well as the ability to work independently as well as in a group. Meritorious Experience with the R programming language Terms The position is full-time and fixed-term for five months, with a tentative start date of April 2026 or as agreed. There is a possibility of extension, subject to additional external funding. Application Applications are made in the university’s web-based recruitment tool Varbi. You are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement, that any documents in languages ​​other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish or English are translated and that your competence is documented in a way that allows for an objective, qualitative assessment. A complete application must be received by the end of the application period. An incomplete application may mean that your competence cannot be assessed in all respects. The application must contain: CV personal letter documented description of qualifications in relation to the content of the job copies of grades, certificates and diplomas two references, at least one of whom is a former or current manager All documents that you wish to be part of your application must be attached to the digital application (not links). Name each uploaded document so that it is clear what it contains. Application deadline: 2026-03-22 Enter reference number: REK2026/38 Welcome with your application! Apply Now

Current diagnostic methods, coprological flotation, Baermann technique and serology are either time-consuming, labor-intensive or have limited sensitivity and specificity, especially at low-level infections. This makes rapid and well-founded treatment decisions difficult and risks leading to routine and unnecessary treatments. Therefore a need for rapid, reliable and practical diagnostic tools for lungworm and tapeworm are needed. Development and validation of molecular analyses have the potential to improve diagnostics and reduce selection pressure for resistance, as well as contribute to long-term sustainable parasite control in the cattle, sheep and horse industries. Your main tasks as a doctoral student will be to conduct studies on how current lungworm and tapeworm diagnostics can be improved with molecular methods. At the beginning of the work, you will also investigate how sample handling affects the results of the Baermann funnel method. In addition, bioinformatic and statistical analyses will also be included. Your supervisors are biologists with extensive experience in molecular analyses of parasites in farm animals. You are expected to participate in the faculty’s graduate school in veterinary medicine and animal science, international conferences and doctoral courses. Qualifications: We are looking for a strong doctoral student candidate with interest in molecular analyses and is result-oriented with great motivation to complete the doctoral studies within a four-year period with high research integrity and ethical standards. When assessing candidates, we place great importance on your personal qualities such as curiosity, responsibility, practical skills, ability to work in a group and independently, and personal suitability for research. Requirements: 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. Have the ability to work independently as well as in a group. Practical experience of laboratory work, including sample handling and documentation. Basic knowledge of molecular methods (e.g. PCR, LAMP, or similar). Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in English. Merits: Experience with parasitological methods. For example, microscopy, morphological species identification or coprological methods (flotation, McMaster, or Baermann technique). Experience with advanced molecular analyses such as qPCR, sequencing or metabarcoding Experience with bioinformatic or statistical analysis, for example in R. Documented experience with scientific writing, for example participation in a scientific publication or other academic text. Place of work: Uppsala Forms for funding or employment: Employment as a doctoral student (4 years) Extent: 100% Starting date: According to agreement after July 1, 2026 Application: Welcome to submit your application with the following components before the deadline at the 31th March, 2026 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. Read about the PhD education at SLU at www.slu.se/en/education/programmes-courses/doctoral-studies/ Academic 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. Contact person Peter Halvarsson Researcher +4618672398 firstname.surname@slu.se Eva Tydén Forskare +46 18-671208 firstname.surname@slu.se Apply Now

Climate change is driving unprecedented environmental transformations in the Earth’s vast Tundra biome, including increased productivity (greening) of terrestrial vegetation and altered geochemical cycling. These changes alter the key exchanges of materials and organisms linking aquatic-terrestrial habitats into broader meta-ecosystem networks which support biodiversity and regulate ecosystem functions. The overall goal of the project is to investigate the effects and feedbacks of climate-driven land-cover change on strongly linked stream and riparian habitats in the Swedish Arctic, where tree lines are rapidly expanding, especially along stream channels. The research will combine space-for-time surveys with field experiments to: (i) assess consequences of landscape and biogeochemical transformations for structural and functional biodiversity; (ii) use biomarkers (polyunsaturated fatty acids, algal toxins) to assess how climate-driven landscape transformation alters ecological functioning, connectivity and food web structure; and (iii) experimentally disentangle impacts of climate-related shifts in key resources, including light, nutrients and detritus on biofilm-mediated ecosystem functioning of Tundra streams. Qualifications: Applicants should hold an MSc in aquatic ecology, ecology or equivalent. Strong skills in statistical analysis and experience working extended periods in the field would be considered highly meritorious. Further advantageous attributes include a working knowledge of biogeochemistry, Arctic ecology, and/or stream food webs (e.g. macroinvertebrates, algae, ecosystem processes, cross-ecosystem connectivity) and relevant sampling techniques, and evidence of scientific publication. We seek candidates who have demonstrated capacity for critical thinking, problem solving, and working both independently and as part of a team. Fluency in both spoken and written English is a requirement as well as a valid driver’s license (B). Place of work:       Uppsala, but with extended periods working in the Swedish mountains and Arctic (Jämtland and Abisko) Forms for funding or employment: Employment (4 years) Scope: 100% Starting date: According to agreement. Application: Click the “Apply” button to submit your application. The deadline is 2026-03-29. As part of your application, you should prepare a cover letter including a short description of experience and indicating your suitability for the position and why you are interested. 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. Read about the PhD education at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/ Academic 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. Contact person Brendan Mckie Professor +46-18673155 firstname.surname@slu.se Apply Now

Sleep is a crucial, yet almost unexplored, natural behaviour in the domestic pig. This project investigates whether pigs—kept in large numbers worldwide and for extended period of times in low-arousal states—can be reliably distinguished as being in healthy sleep versus in drowsiness, boredom, or depression-like states. We aim to explore novel methods, successfully applied in humans, to monitor wake-sleep stages in mobile pigs. By integration sensor data and behaviour obervation, we aim to establish signatures and indicators of sleep and wakefulness in domestic pigs during passive periods. We are now looking for a PhD student who, within the project, will investigate sleep behaviour and circadian rhythms in growing pigs kept for slaughter. the ability of pigs to habituate and be actively trained for wearing sensor devices adapted from human to pig ears. wake-sleep stages using behaviour and sensor data in mobile pigs, under low-stress conditions. influence of barren vs. enriched housing on the sleep and welfare of pigs. You will gain hands-on experience in behavioural studies, animal welfare science, and innovative data collection methods, all within a supportive, collaborative research team. You will be based at the Department of Applied Animal Science and Welfare (THV) at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) in Uppsala. Practical experiments on pigs will take place at the SLU Lövsta Research Farm, a SLU livestock research facility, supplemented by data from other places. Join us in pioneering research into understanding animals. Your research can assist in promoting welfare and healthier conditions, contributing to a more ethical and sustainable farming of pigs worldwide. Qualifications: You should have: a degree in biology, veterinary science, agronomy, animal science (or related fields) with a focus on farm animal behaviour and welfare. interest and/or experience in animal behaviour, experimental studies, statistics, and computer-based data analysis. strong communication skills in English (spoken and written). Experience with animals and sensor data is considered a strong merit. As a person, we want you to be: curious, driven, resourceful and excited to tackle real-world animal welfare challanges. proactive and practical – comfortable working with animals and equipment in research settings. analytical and detail-oriented – ready to dive into data, patterns, and problem-solving collaborative and adaptable – able to work with colleagues in Sweden and internationally, and willing to travel for research puropses. Place of work:       Uppsala Forms for funding or employment: Employment as a PhD student (4 years) Scope: 100% Starting date: As soon as possible or according to agreement. Application: Click the “Apply” button to submit your application. The deadline is 2026-04-07. 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. Read about the PhD education at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/ Academic 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. Contact person Jens Malmkvist Professor +4618672140 firstname.lastname@slu.se Apply Now