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Department of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment We are looking for a person who has a keen interest in freshwater ecology and who has well-developed skills in statistical analysis. About the position Freshwater habitats are among the World’s most degraded ecosystems, due to the impacts of inter alia nutrient pollution, hydromorphological modification, and biodiversity loss. A diverse array of management solutions have been implemented to reverse these impacts. These range from local scale river habitat restoration in streams, to nature-based solutions intended underpin ecological improvement at the catchment scale, including maintenance of multifunctional wetlands capable of supporting biodiversity, reducing nutrient export and enhancing flood protection. However, both river habitat and wetland rehabilitation projects are frequently implemented without any follow-up ecological assessment, which limits the capacity of scientists and managers to evaluate the efficacy of management for biodiversity. We are seeking to employ a research engineer to work on compilation and analysis of biodiversity data from both river restoration and wetland rehabilitation projects. You will also undertake new biodiversity inventories in wetlands. Your profile Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Ecology, with specialization in the ecology of freshwater ecosystems. Well-developed skills in statistical analysis using the software “R” are essential, including in one or more of the following approaches: general linear modelling, structural equations modelling, variance partitioning analysis, multivariate analyses.  Previous experience working in either the field or laboratory with at least two of the following freshwater organism groups is highly meritorious: freshwater microbes (bacteria and/or fungi), benthic macroinvertebrates, and freshwater macrophytes. A driver’s license and excellent spoken English are essential, and a knowledge of Swedish would be advantageous as interaction with local stakeholders may be required. 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 about 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-sciences Read 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: Fixed-term employment 6 months, with the possibility of prolongation. Scope: 100% Start date: 2024-10-27 or as agreed. Application: Please submit your application before deadline 23 October 2024. 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.