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Department of Aquatic Resources

SLU, Department of Aquatic Resources, Coastal Laboratory, is looking for a biologist or a person with a corresponding background and qualifications for a position as an Environmental Analyst at the office in Simpevarp, Oskarshamn Municipality.

Do you want to work in an inspiring environment and contribute to the sustainable use of our seas, lakes, and waterways? At the Department of Aquatic Resources (SLU Aqua), we are passionate about our vision of "strong fish stocks in healthy waters." We are looking for employees who want to develop and make a difference together with us.

The Department of Aquatic Resources conducts environmental analysis, advisory services, research, and education in aquatic ecology with a focus on fish and shellfish. The department is SLU's largest and has employees at four main locations: Lysekil, Öregrund, Uppsala (Ultuna), and Stockholm (Drottningholm), as well as two field stations.

Our operations are strongly profiled towards data collection and analysis of fish, fisheries, and ecosystems. The department is characterized by intensive collaboration with the surrounding society. This creates a vital research environment and gives us unique opportunities to generate knowledge that is close to management and directly applicable in practice. For more information about the department: www.slu.se/akvatiskaresurser (https://www.slu.se/en/departments/aquatic-resources)

About the Job

We are looking for an engaged and knowledgeable biologist for the position of Environmental Analyst at SLU Aqua, Coastal Laboratory. You will contribute to our work in providing advice to authorities and developing knowledge about the sustainable use of ecosystems in coastal and marine areas. You will work with field sampling and analysis within the framework of the EU Data Collection Regulation as well as national and regional environmental monitoring of fish in coastal waters.

You will primarily work with the biological and radiological environmental monitoring at the Oskarshamn Nuclear Power Plant, the EU Data Collection Regulation, and data collection within national and regional environmental monitoring. Additionally, you may work on various environmental analysis projects at the department.

The duties include conducting test fishing along the coast (primarily the east coast but also in other parts of Sweden if needed) and other field assignments, as well as collecting various types of data through sampling programs on board commercial fishing vessels as well as research vessels of various sizes. This also involves biological sampling of fish and analysis of biological samples, reporting results, and other tasks within the scope of SLU Aqua's operations. The duties sometimes involve field work, which entails flexible working hours, travel, and possibly some work on weekends. The duties may change over time according to the needs of the operations.

Your Background

You have a strong interest in the marine environment, fish, and fisheries. As a person, you are responsible and good at communicating. You enjoy working in a group but are also comfortable working independently if required. You need to be meticulous, quick to learn new things, accustomed to working systematically, and have a flexible approach. In the employment, great importance is placed on personal qualities such as teamwork, meticulousness, and subject-matter proficiency, which should be exemplified in the application.

You must have:

• a solid interest in marine biology, fish, fisheries, and the Baltic Sea ecosystem
• good seamanship
• good experience with field work
• experience with test fishing, preferably with trawl nets and/or fyke nets
• driver's license for car (manual transmission)
• good oral and written skills in Swedish
• good oral and written skills in English

It is meritorious if you have:

• good knowledge of Baltic Sea fish species
• experience operating stern-trawl vessels
• experience with biological sampling of fish
• experience working with databases
• project management experience
• experience from commercial fishing or work on research vessels
• certified as Master Mariner Class VIII
• driver's license with B96 or BE category
• current sea safety training to work on board fishing boats
• current education in animal ethics
• experience in biological statistics and statistical programs (R, SPSS, etc.)
• experience writing scientific texts or reports

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biology or a corresponding subject.

Location: Simpevarp, Oskarshamn Municipality.

Employment Type: Fixed-term contract until 2027-08-31 with the possibility of extension.

Scope: 100%

Start Date: September 1st or as agreed.

Application: Please submit your application via the button below by 2026-08-02.

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

Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet (SLU) plays a key role in the development of sustainable life, 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 campuses are Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, test parks, and educational sites throughout the country. SLU has over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campus areas. We work for an equal and inclusive work environment where open dialogue between people with different experiences lays the foundation for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.