Research Assistant for the Plant Ecology Program

The Department of Ecology and Genetics is an international environment with staff and students from all over the world.

Our research covers everything from evolutionary ecology and genetics to ecosystem studies. See more here (http://www.ieg.uu.se).

We are now seeking a research assistant for the Plant Ecology program.

Project Description

The research assistant will work on projects studying the ecological and genetic factors that influence local adaptation in plants.

Responsibilities

Work to prepare, establish, and collect data in large-scale experiments with plants in the field and greenhouse. Responsibilities include seed germination on sterile agar and planting, controlled crosses, DNA extraction and quantification, microscopy, recording flowering phenology, leaf traits, survival and reproduction of study plants, data compilation, and method development.

Qualifications

Master's degree, or a foreign degree assessed to be equivalent to a master's degree, in plant ecology. Experience in independent work with the establishment and reading of field and greenhouse experiments studying ecological and genetic factors' significance for local adaptation in plants, as well as demographic studies of orchids. Driver's license.

We place great emphasis on personal qualities such as a very good ability to work both independently and in a group, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. The candidate must have a very good ability to express themselves in English and/or Swedish, both orally and in writing.

About the Employment

The position is temporary until September 14, 2025. The scope is full-time. Start date as soon as possible by agreement. Location: Uppsala.

For inquiries about the position, please contact Professor Jon Ågren at jon.agren@ebc.uu.se (mailto:jon.agren@ebc.uu.se), +46 70 643 6364.

Application Instructions

The application should include 1) a letter describing yourself and why you want and are suitable for the position, 2) your CV, 3) a copy of your master's degree and your transcripts, as well as your master's thesis. The application should be written in English.

Welcome with your application by April 9, 2025, at the latest. UFV-PA 2025/702.

Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international standing. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of the most exciting workplaces in the country.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University here (https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/).

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