Job Advertisement: Pollen Laboratory at the University of Gothenburg

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At the Department of Biology and Environmental Science (BioEnv), there is educational and research activity that spans from the ecosystems of the mountain world through forests, land, and waterways all the way out to the sea. In these environments, we work with different biological organizational levels from genes via individuals and populations to communities and ecosystems. We work within ecology, evolution, physiology, systematics, and combinations of these subject areas to understand the significance of both natural and human-created biological systems and changes.

The department's activities are conducted in two different locations: GU's premises in Natrium on Medicinaregatan 7B in Gothenburg and at the Kristineberg Marine Research Station in Fiskebäckskil. The current position is located at the Gothenburg premises.

Project Description

As part of the Swedish Pollen Network, the Pollen Laboratory at BioEnv plays an important role in monitoring and analyzing pollen distribution across Sweden. We collect data from eight measurement stations, from Malmö to Östersund, to create pollen forecasts that help the public, especially those with pollen allergies.

You can read more about the Pollen Laboratory at the University of Gothenburg here (https://www.gu.se/en/biology-and-environmental-science/pollen-and-allergies).

Job Responsibilities

The work primarily involves preparing pollen samples and microscopy work for analyses of airborne pollen.

Qualifications

We are looking for two individuals with good knowledge in biology, at least equivalent to the basic block of the Bachelor's program in biology or equivalent. Experience in microscopy, sample preparation, and analysis of recent (contemporary) pollen is an advantage. You should have some computer and laboratory experience. Basic knowledge of meteorology and phenology is also advantageous. Very high demands are placed on accuracy, responsibility, and the ability to work independently. Good ability to communicate orally and in writing in Swedish and English is a requirement as we work in an international environment.

Application

The application must be written in Swedish and include:

• A personal letter describing your experiences and how you meet the criteria outlined in the advertisement (max one A4 page)
• A CV
• Course certificates of relevant education

Employment

The position is a temporary seasonal employment at the Department of Biology and Environmental Science. We are looking for one person during the period 2026-04-15 - 2026-07-31, 50% scope, and another person during the period 2026-05-15 - 2026-07-31, 50% scope. Work is performed on weekdays, and the workday, which normally starts at 08:30, consists of 4 – 4.5 hours.

Contact Information for the Position:

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact:

The University of Gothenburg's Pollen Laboratory
Phone: 076-618 26 68
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Frida Gustafsson, Research Assistant
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Violetta Chernoray, Research Assistant
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Åsa Arrhenius, Head of Department
Phone: 076-31 786 26 25
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

If you have questions about the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact HR at the Department of Biology and Environmental Science, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

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