Department of Animal Bioveterinary Sciences

The Department of Animal Bioveterinary Sciences is seeking a researcher in toxicology.

Content Description

The position is 20% of full-time, and the researcher will have the main responsibility for completing a research project investigating whether different mixtures of chemicals cause combination effects on the health of children and adolescents (CETCHAA). Another project the researcher will participate in concerns research on “Early warning systems” within the EU consortium PARC. Additionally, the position includes participation in the supervisory group (co-supervisor) for a PhD project focused on developing models for assessing different population groups' exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as a tool for risk assessment of PFAS exposure primarily through the consumption of fish and drinking water. Furthermore, the researcher will participate in a research project on the transfer of PFAS from grazing/feed/water to food-producing animals, and food from these, on farms in PFAS-contaminated areas (PFRIME).

Responsibilities

Main responsibility for publishing results from CETCHAA in scientific journals, as well as reporting this project to national research funders. Within PFRIME, the researcher will participate in the scientific publication of the results. Additionally, participation in planning, implementation, and publication of studies as part of the work package “Early Warning Systems” within PARC is included, primarily focused on studies of new chemicals in food and biological tissues from different population groups, as well as risk ranking of chemicals in food. Participation in the supervisory group, as a co-supervisor, includes guidance on issues primarily concerning the population's exposure to PFAS.

Qualifications

The applicant should be a well-qualified researcher with extensive experience in advanced research tasks within toxicological and epidemiological research, as well as extensive experience in supervising PhD students. Scientific competence equivalent to associate professor level is a requirement for employment. The applicant should be meticulous, outgoing, and able to work both independently and in a team. Documented good ability to communicate in writing and verbally in English is a requirement. The appointment will be based, among other things, on the applicant's motivation for applying for the position.

About Us

The department is part of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science and is responsible for education and research in several fundamental and applied scientific areas. These areas include anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, breeding, immunology, bacteriology, virology, parasitology, epizootiology, comparative medicine, food safety, bioinformatics, and One Health.

Our research covers everything from production animals to sports and companion animals, laboratory animals, and wildlife. The department's researchers work across the spectrum from molecular mechanisms and microbiology to the structure, function, and behavior of animals, and how these are affected by breeding, physical activity, husbandry, production, stress, environmental factors, and diseases.

More information about the department/division: https://www.slu.se/institutioner/husdjurens-biovetenskaper/ (https://www.slu.se/institutioner/husdjurens-biovetenskaper/)

Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ (https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/)

Location

Uppsala

Employment Type

Permanent position

Extent

20%

Start Date

By agreement.

Application

Welcome with your application via the application button below by 2025-05-28.

Selection among qualified applicants will be based on a written application consisting of a CV (max one page), personal letter (max one page), practical skills, personal references, and interviews. The position is offered to the one who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is deemed to have the best qualifications to carry out and develop the current tasks and contribute to a positive development of the operations.

Union Contacts

https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ (https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/)

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) plays a key role in the development of sustainable living, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interactions between humans, animals, and ecosystems, and responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Main locations are Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but activities are also conducted at research stations, experimental parks, and educational sites throughout the country.

SLU has over 3000 employees, 5000 students, and doctoral students, with a turnover of over three billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campuses. We strive for a gender-equal and inclusive work environment where open conversations between people with different experiences lay the foundation for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. Therefore, we welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.