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Department of Economics Subject area: Applied economics Description of the PhD project This PhD project will focus on applied economic analysis of agriculture’s uptake of more sustainable agricultural practices and practices to improve preparedness and resilience, and will be predominantly based on a microeconomic theoretical foundation, applied econometrics and economic modelling to analyse both uptake and consequences of uptake. Furthermore, the project will use a variety of data including farm-level panel data and survey data. Preparations of existing registrar data and own data collection via surveys can be central components of the project. About the position As a PhD student in applied economics, you will carry out supervised research leading to a PhD thesis and take PhD courses (90 credits). Those employed as doctoral students will focus on their third-cycle (doctoral) courses and study programmes. As a doctoral student, you will operate independently and must be prepared to contribute to your department’s work and development in various ways. Upon agreement, you may have to participate in departmental duties involving teaching and administration. These duties may take up to a maximum of 20% of your full working hours. If you participate in these duties, your period of study will be extended. Requirements To be admitted to third-cycle courses and study programmes you must fulfil both the general and specific entry requirements (Higher Education Ordinance 1993:100, Chapter 7, Section 35). To meet the general entry requirements you must have: • been awarded a second-cycle (Master’s) qualification; • satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle, or • acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad (Higher Education Ordinance 1993:100, Chapter 7, Section 39). Specific entry requirements for the third-cycle courses and study programme in applied economics. To meet the specific entry requirements, you must have the equivalent knowledge to a minimum of 60 HEC in economics subject areas. This must include a degree project, and at least 15 HEC must be at the advanced level. The applicant should also have studied questions related natural resources, such as agriculture, forest management or other natural resources at first or second cycle level. You must also meet the equivalent English language requirements as those necessary for the Swedish upper-secondary qualification Engelska B/6. Your profile You should have an educational background in agricultural and food economics, applied economics, economics or similar. You should also have knowledge of research methods in Agricultural and Food Economics or related fields. The position requires very good communication skills in English. The successful applicant should be highly motivated to work in the PhD project, is expected to establish own initiatives to move the project forward and to be generally collaborative and work well in a team. Advanced knowledge related to statistical/econometric analyses, scientific publication experience, an understanding about the Swedish or European agricultural system and about registrar and/or survey data used for applied economic analysis of agriculture is of merit. Personal merits will play a significant role in the recruitment. About us The Department of Economics: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/economics/ Staff benefits and life as an SLU employee: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ PhD courses and study programmes: https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/ Form of employment Employment as a doctoral student (4-year programme) Doctoral student’s salaries are set following the local collective agreement. Salary progression is fixed. Location: Uppsala Scope: 100% Start date: Upon agreement. Application and selection: Please submit your application using the link below. The deadline is 30 April 2026. Your application must include the following (in PDF format): • A cover letter, in which you describe the reasons why you are applying for the position, your research interests and relevant skills. • Your CV. • Copies of your degree certificate(s) and a transcript of records from previous university studies. • A copy of your second cycle (Master’s) degree project, worth a minimum of 15 credits, or equivalent independent project. • Documents confirming you meet the English language requirements of Engelska B/6 or the equivalent. Please note that you do not need to submit this information, if you completed your upper-secondary studies in Sweden, or have been awarded a Master’s degree from a Swedish higher education institution. • The contact details of two references, such as teachers, supervisors or a former manager. • Before a decision is made regarding admission to third-cycle (doctoral) studies, applicants with foreign citizenship must present a certified copy of their passport. The certified copy should be brought to the interview and shown at the time of the interview. Candidates will be selected from those eligible based on the above information and the likelihood that they will complete their studies within the allocated period. 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.