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Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies The Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (Umeå) is seeking a motivated researcher to join our project ”Pharmaceutical cocktail: Uncovering the impacts of drug mixtures on the threatened European eel”. The project combines controlled laboratory experiments with state-of-the-art exposure and field tracking methods to understand how pharmaceutical pollutants, and their mixtures, affect the behaviour and migration of this critically endangered species across its life stages. About the position Duties The researcher will: Conduct behavioural experiments in controlled laboratory settings. Lead field experiments using acoustic telemetry and slow-release pharmaceutical implants to track behavioural and migratory responses in eels. Analyse data on pharmaceutical accumulation in eel tissues Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across national and international institutions. Contribute to scientific communication through publications, presentations, and outreach activities. Participate in funding applications. Supervise students that may be involved in the project as part of their Master thesis or internship. Your profile Qualifications We are seeking a candidate with: A PhD in ecotoxicology, aquatic ecology, behavioural biology, or a related field. Proven expertise in behavioural experiments and/or acoustic telemetry. Proficiency in statistical analysis. Strong skills in written and verbal scientific communication in English. A collaborative, proactive, and independent approach to research. Experience with laboratory-based pharmaceutical exposure experiments, field work and acoustic telemetry studies, and handling European eels will be considered a plus. Likewise, previous successful collaborations with national and/or international researchers will be considered a plus. About us The department offers a creative, stimulating, and highly international environment and performs internationally recognised research, education and environmental monitoring in the research areas: animal ecology, aquatic ecology, molecular ecology and restoration ecology (see https://www.slu.se/en/departments/wildlife-fish-environmental-studies/research/). The department has many international employees and well-established national and international collaborations, which gives opportunities for fruitful exchange. Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ Location: Umeå Form of employment: Indefinite-term employment. SLU may use probationary employment. Scope: 20% Start date: As agreed.  Application: Please submit your application before deadline 30 December 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.