University Lecturer in Plant Physiology

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Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology is part of Umeå Plant Science Centre (http://www.upsc.se). Umeå Plant Science Centre is one of Europe's strongest research centers in experimental plant research. Within UPSC, approximately 200 people work, including 30 research leaders. Our main activity is academic research in experimental plant biology, with the goal of understanding all aspects of plants in relation to the environment they live in. Read more about the department at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/organisation/institutioner/skoglig-genetik-vaxtfysiologi/. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/. Subject Description The subject of employment is plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees. Duties The holder shall be responsible for developing research within the subject's focus area in collaboration with other researchers at the faculty and university. The holder shall also contribute to pedagogical development within the subject. The research shall encompass both fundamental and applied questions relevant to the subject area and utilize the research infrastructure connected to UPSC. Genomics and 'omics technologies' shall be central to the research. This means that the holder shall: act in accordance with SLU's vision, goals, and values contribute to the strategic development of the department, faculty, and SLU develop and lead internationally outstanding research in plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees publish scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals seeK external research funding at national and international levels supervise doctoral candidates and be a mentor for postdoctoral researchers develop, lead, and participate in teaching at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral education levels collaborate with researchers within the department, faculty, and other parts of SLU, as well as nationally and internationally cooperate with and further develop networks with the surrounding society regionally, nationally, and internationally communicate research results perform administrative tasks within the department, faculty, and university, which includes responsibility for budget and personnel The department has a bilingual work environment. The holder of the position will be able to perform most of their duties in English. As a government agency, the university has Swedish as its main language according to language law requirements. At SLU, non-Swedish speaking staff are expected to have such knowledge of Swedish within four years of employment that they can access information in Swedish. The department will support the holder in achieving this. Eligibility Requirements The applicant shall meet the following eligibility requirements: have completed a doctoral degree in a subject relevant to the position be scientifically skilled in genomics and RNA biology be pedagogically skilled have demonstrated leadership ability have good knowledge of English Assessment Criteria As assessment criteria for employment, the degree of skill required as an eligibility requirement for employment shall primarily apply. When assessing scientific skill, the following are considered: research efforts completed and ongoing research within the subject previous experience in genomics and RNA biology future visions for research within the subject ability to independently initiate and conduct outstanding research within the subject ability to obtain external research funding in competition ability to supervise and examine doctoral candidates and be a mentor for postdoctoral researchers When assessing pedagogical skill, the ability to: plan, implement, and evaluate own teaching at all levels supervise and examine students at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral education levels convey and implement one's pedagogical vision integrate current research and a scientific approach in pedagogical work Further considerations include: ability to develop and lead operations and personnel within academia leadership vision collaboration ability ability to cooperate with external stakeholders and the surrounding society communicate research results and development work The position is offered to the person who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is deemed to have the best conditions to carry out and develop the current duties and contribute to a positive development of the operations. Application Deadline: 2026-08-19 Location: Umeå Extent: 100% Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: By agreement Application: It is desirable that your application is written in English, as the applications will be assessed by experts both in Sweden and abroad. For guidance on your application, please refer to SLU's Employment Regulations for Teachers at SLU and General Assessment Criteria for the Employment of Teachers, which you can find at https://internt.slu.se/stod-service/admin-stod/hr-fragor/rekrytering-till_alla_ovriga_anstallningar/anstallning-av-larare/ Welcome to submit your application via the application button below. Trade Union Representatives: https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in developing sustainable life, founded 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 located in Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, experimental fields, and educational sites throughout the country. SLU has over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral candidates, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university is investing in attractive environments on its campus areas. We work towards an equal and inclusive work environment where open dialogue between people with different experiences forms the basis for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for this position.Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology is part of Umeå Plant Science Centre (http://www.upsc.se). Umeå Plant Science Centre is one of Europe's strongest research centers in experimental plant research. Within UPSC, approximately 200 people work, including 30 research leaders. Our main activity is academic research in experimental plant biology, with the goal of understanding all aspects of plants in relation to the environment they live in. Read more about the department at…

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8. 6. 2026

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30. 7. 2026

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