SLU Artdatabanken

About the Job

You will work as an environmental analyst/environmental analysis specialist and as the ArtDatabank's expert on lichens. Your work includes gathering, compiling, and analyzing facts about the characteristics, distribution, ecology, status, and trends of species. You will, among other things, work with red listing, conservation actions, and making knowledge about species accessible.

You will be part of the terrestrial ecosystems unit along with other experts on terrestrial species and habitats. You will participate in investigations, assignments, consultations, and other communication projects. You will also be the contact person within your area of responsibility towards other experts, authorities, consultants, non-profit organizations, the public, and the media.

Your Background

You have a university degree in ecology/biology. You have advanced competence in cryptogams with specialized knowledge of lichens. A good knowledge of Swedish and Nordic natural conditions, ecology, general species knowledge, environmental status, and threats is a prerequisite for the position. You have documented statistical and analytical skills and the ability to interpret and analyze data from various sources. As a biologist, you have a fundamental understanding of taxonomy. You have good collaboration and communication skills, are unpretentious, and find it easy to create and maintain networks. You understand the importance of working analytically, goal-oriented, and structured, and you have a good ability to express yourself well in spoken and written Swedish and English. Personal qualities will be of great importance.

Meritorious

It is meritorious if you have documented experience in conservation work at an authority, with a consultant, or equivalent. Documented experience in red listing, conservation directives, environmental monitoring, and inventories of species and habitats is also meritorious. We would like you to have good contacts and experience working within or in close collaboration with authorities, other conservation actors, and researchers. Knowledge of other organism groups and GIS competence is also meritorious. Relevant doctoral education is meritorious, and if you have a PhD, you will be employed as an environmental analysis specialist.

About Us

SLU Artdatabanken is a knowledge center for Sweden's species and habitats. We contribute to sustainable management of natural resources by collecting, analyzing, and making data accessible, as well as describing and presenting facts about biodiversity. We collaborate nationally and internationally with a focus on conservation benefits. Read more at www.slu.se/artdatabanken (http://www.slu.se/artdatabanken)

Read more about our benefits and what it is 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 employment. SLU may apply a probationary period.

Extent:

100%

Start Date:

As soon as possible or by agreement.

Application:

Welcome with your application via the application button below no later than 2025-02-15.

Union Contact Persons:

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. The 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 candidates, with a turnover of more than three billion kronor. 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. We therefore welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.