SLU Uppsala
Sweden
Closing date: 23rd February 2014.
Description
Project description: The overall objective of this research project is to analyze the consequences of intensified forest management and conservation efforts conducted in managed forests. The results will be used when formulating recommendations about how to improve the current practice, to mitigate the negative effects on biodiversity of forestry. Field data is already available, so the post doc will focus on analyses and writing. A first project deals with tree mortality when trees are retained on clearcuts. When that project is finished, the post doc can chose between several options: (i) to analyze the occurrence of redlisted beetles on dead trees on clearcuts in relation with characteristics of the surrounding landscape, (ii) to analyze the conservation value of low-productive forests in relation to more productive forests, by comparing the availability of structures important for biodiversity, (iii) something else which comes up during the visit at SLU, or based on material the post doc has available. The post doc will be part of a group who conducts policy-relevant research on forestry and biodiversity (http://www.slu.se/en/departments/ecology/research/conservation-biology/). Thomas Ranius (http://www.slu.se/en/departments/ecology/hemsidor/ranius-thomas/) will be the host for the post doc, and Victor Johansson (http://www.slu.se/en/departments/ecology/hemsidor/johansson-victor-/) may help especially with statistical analyses. Several other people will also be involved in these projects. More information can be obtained from Thomas Ranius via email.
The successful candidate should hold a PhD in ecology (or equivalent) and have a track-record in scientific publication. Strong skills in various methods of statistical analysis are desirable. Good knowledge about nature conservation in forests is also an advantage, but not a prerequisite. We are not allowed to give the stipend to anyone previously employed by SLU.
More information and applications
A 12 month postdoctoral stipend is available at SLU Uppsala. The stipend corresponds to an average of about 25.000 SEK per month.
The application should include: (1) a summary of previous research experience (max. a half page), (2) a description (max. a half page) of what you want to learn and develop, especially your preferences regarding the three possibilities for a second project mentioned above, (3) curriculum vitae and (4) two reference persons. Your complete application should be sent to Professor Thomas Ranius, Box 7044, SE-750 07 UPPSALA, or e-mail: thomas.ranius@slu.se, to arrive at the latest 23 February, 2014.
Thomas Ranius (professor)
Dept. of Ecology
Box 7044
750 07 Uppsala
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