Field Assistants Needed at Skogaryd Research Station

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The Department of Earth Sciences has about 70 employees. We offer bachelor's and master's programs in Earth Sciences and Geography, as well as doctoral education with several Earth Science specializations. Our main research themes are "Climate and Climate Change", "Surface Processes", and "The Geosphere", and the department's research strategy focuses on the further development of geosystem science.

Job Responsibilities

The Department of Earth Sciences is responsible for the Skogaryd Research Station (www.gu.se/geovetenskaper/skogaryd-forskningsstation (http://www.gu.se/geovetenskaper/skogaryd-forskningsstation)), located in Vänersborg municipality. The station is part of the national infrastructure SITES (www.fieldsites.se (http://www.fieldsites.se)).

During the summer of 2025, there is a need for two field assistants at the Skogaryd Research Station to maintain ongoing measurement programs. Overnight accommodation is available at the station. Laboratory work may be included in the tasks to a lesser extent, conducted at the department's facilities in Gothenburg.

Job tasks vary as needed and may include measurements of greenhouse gas emissions from ecosystems, vegetation surveys, soil and water sampling, installation and maintenance of technical equipment, data processing, and analysis work in the lab. Laboratory tasks may include analysis and handling of plant and soil samples, gas chromatography, carbon and nitrogen analyses, and water analyses.

Qualifications

Higher education with a focus on environmental science, biology, Earth sciences, or a related field. Documented knowledge and/or experience in the specified work areas is advantageous. Ability to conduct fieldwork in forests and fields and experience with measurements is required. A valid driver's license (B) is a must.

The work requires great accuracy, independence, and initiative. Applicants are expected to have good collaborative skills and a problem-solving attitude.

Employment

Both the duration and extent may vary as needed. The position is a temporary appointment starting on June 16, 2025, or by agreement, and lasting until August 31, 2025. The extent is full-time or by agreement.

Contact Information for the Position

Amelie Lindgren, station manager, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Gothenburg, amelie.lindgren@gu.se (mailto:amelie.lindgren@gu.se), phone 031 786 3191, mobile 0766 183191.

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Application

You apply for the position via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the advertisement and that it reaches the university no later than the application deadline.

The application must be received by: March 23, 2025

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