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We are seeking a communicator who can transform knowledge into stories that inspire engagement. You have a genuine interest in agriculture and want to contribute to making research have an impact in society. You will work both practically and strategically, playing a vital role as a link between academia and the outside world. Your location will be at SLU's beautiful Alnarp campus.

About the job

The tasks include producing and publishing content for various channels, such as articles for SLU's website and posts for social media. You will work on initiatives that strengthen researchers' own communication competence, for example by assisting with support for research applications. You will also be part of planning, executing, and marketing events. You are expected to assist in establishing and developing networks between the university, industry, and society. You will work with internal communication to all engaged employees at the Department of Biosystems and Technology. You are also expected to contribute to overall development work, with a focus on research communication and knowledge development.

You will report to the department head and collaborate with group leaders and employees within the three subject areas on both internal and external communication tasks. You will participate and collaborate in communication networks within SLU.

Your background

We are looking for a curious and responsive person who enjoys working closely with both researchers and professionals in the agricultural industry.

Requirements for employment

We are looking for you with a relevant degree from a university/college or equivalent competence and at least one year of experience in operational communication work and/or journalism. You master the communicator's most important tools and have worked with video and digital channels. You are a writer with very good expression skills in speech and writing in both Swedish and English, and have experience and ability to work with target group adaptation of messages. You can work independently and take your own initiatives. You like to create results in collaboration with others by building trust and good relationships. You appreciate a structured way of working and have a sense for planning and a holistic view. Your way of working is characterized by flexibility, proactivity, and the ability to easily identify and solve problems that arise. You are also expected to contribute to overall development work, with a focus on research communication and knowledge development.

You must have a B-class driver's license.

Merits for employment

Education or work with a focus on science communication and graphic production is a merit, as is experience of collaboration between academia and industry. For us, it is important that you have an interest in agriculture and technical issues, as well as the other knowledge areas within the faculty.

Since the work involves many internal and external contacts, we will place great importance on personal suitability.

About us

Department of Biosystems and Technology

The Department of Biosystems and Technology explores the interactions between soil, plants, animals, environment, climate, and humans in systems for sustainable production of food and renewable raw materials.

The questions in teaching and research revolve around the sustainable and efficient use of limited resources in production in greenhouses, on fields, and in stables.

Research combines detailed studies of the biology and technology of production systems with system analyses and interdisciplinary syntheses. The department has a broad competence profile in agricultural and horticultural crop production, bioenergy, technology, animal welfare, resource utilization, environmental impact, and safe food.

Teaching is primarily conducted within the programs in agroecology, horticulture, agriculture, and landscape architecture.

LTV Faculty and the Unit for Collaboration and Development

The Faculty of Landscape Architecture, Horticulture and Plant Production Science (LTV) is one of SLU's four faculties. The faculty has operations in Alnarp and Ultuna, including education for approximately 100 doctoral students and approximately 1100 students. The Unit for Collaboration and Development is located in Alnarp and consists of five thematic collaboration platforms and a joint office with a total of approximately 20 employees. The unit is tasked with developing and supporting internal and external collaboration to strengthen quality and societal relevance in LTV's and SLU's research, education, and environmental analysis. The aim is for LTV and SLU to become a driving and inspiring collaboration partner that, together with the surrounding society, makes a difference in the work of developing sustainable life. The unit's thematic platforms are primarily active in the areas of sustainable urban development, agriculture, forestry, and gardening.

On the Alnarp campus, you can take your walk-and-talk meetings and lunch walks in the magnificent Alnarp Park. Watch the film about our campus at http://www.slu.se/alnarpsfilmen

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/about-slu/work-at-slu/

Location:

Alnarp

Employment type:

Permanent employment. SLU may apply a probationary period.

Extent:

50-100%, by agreement.

Start date:

By agreement.

Application:

Welcome to submit your application via the application button below no later than 2026-04-17.

Union contact persons:

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