PhD Position Available
Arctic Plant-Soil-Microbe Interactions
Umeå University
Abisko, Sweden
Application deadline: 14 March 2019
For more information and to apply, go to:
https://www.umu.se/en/work-with-us/open-positions/phd-position-in-ecolo…
For questions, contact:
Ellen Dorrepaal
Email: ellen.dorrepaal [at] umu.se
Umeå University invites applications for a PhD position in the seasonal dynamics of plant-soil-microbe interactions in Arctic ecosystems. This four-year position will be located at the Climate Impacts Research Centre in Abisko, Sweden.
The successful candidate will investigate the seasonal dynamics of nitrogen interactions between Arctic plants and microbes, and how these interactions change with altered winter, spring, and autumn climate. The project will combine field measurements with more controlled common-garden mesocosm and laboratory experiments. The experimental lab- and fieldwork will be performed in the subarctic/alpine tundra near Abisko, Sweden and at the research facilities of the Climate Impacts Research Centre. This position will also include some teaching responsibilities.
Applicants should have an academic background in ecology or a similar field, strong knowledge of plant-soil interactions, demonstrated experience with ecological fieldwork, and the ability to write and speak in English. Knowledge of Arctic terrestrial ecosystems, experience in the use of stable isotopes and statistics, and experience with outdoor activities under Arctic winter conditions are advantageous.
Applications, written in English or Swedish, should include:
- Description of the applicant’s interest in the position and relevant qualifications (maximum two pages),
- Curriculum vitae,
- Copy of certificates from higher education,
- List of completed university courses and the grades received,
- Copy of degree thesis and any other scientific publications, and
- Names and contact information of three references.
Applications must be submitted online and all application documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF-format.
Application deadline: 14 March 2019
For more information and to apply, go to:
https://www.umu.se/en/work-with-us/open-positions/phd-position-in-ecolo…
For questions, contact:
Ellen Dorrepaal
Email: ellen.dorrepaal [at] umu.se