Postdoc in silviculture

Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

We are looking for a person to conduct research in silviculture and growth and yield modelling.

About the position

The projects focus on stand management in conifer tree species and choice of tree species in harsh conditions. The experiments that will be evaluated in this post-doc project are located in the boreal part of Sweden. The post-doc will measure existing experiments, analyse data from these experiments and report in scientific journals. The research questions include early stand management in small dimension dense forests, selection of tree species and operational implementation of adaptations to climate change. Field work will be conducted during August - September in northern Sweden.

The candidate will belong to the silviculture unit at the department and work in a silviculture team with focus on forest management for multiuse purposes, addressing issues on climate change adaptation and high-versus low intensity forestry. We use empirical and process based modelling, with input data from the National Forest Inventory and long-term experiments.  In this one year position the candidate will work with researchers both from Umeå and Alnarp, and we will promote mobility between the campuses over the year. The position is placed formally in Alnarp but the candidate can have their main part of working time in Alnarp, Uppsala or Umeå, in agreements with the project leaders.

Your profile

The candidate must have a PhD degree in silviculture, forest growth and yield modelling, and/or forest management  The candidate must have proven experience in data analysis of tree and stand data, described in scientific publications and/or thesis.

Extra merits are previous experience in design of forest experiments for regeneration or stand management and experience of the tree species in northern Europe. The department sees a big value in candidates that are interested in teaching and supervision of undergraduate students. It is also an advantage if the candidate have a valid drivers license and proven experience in conducting field work.

As postdoctoral appointments are career-developing positions for junior researchers, we are primarily looking for candidates with a doctoral degree that is three years old at most.

About us

SLU is one of the world’s highest ranked universities in several subject areas and is ranked #1 in forestry (CWUR). At our centre we carry out research, teaching and dissemination of scientific findings with direct application to the sustainable management of forests. We have a multidisciplinary profile, with global relevance and specialized expertise on forests and forestry as complex socio-ecological systems. We closely collaborate with multiple stakeholders and conduct applied research in silviculture, forest ecology, pathology, policy and planning. We teach bachelor, Masters and PhD level courses addressing all of these subject areas.

For more information about the department or division visit: Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre | slu.se

Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/

Location:

Alnarp

Form of employment:

Temporary substitute employment 12 months.

Scope:

100%

Start date:

June 2026 or according to agreement.

Application:

Please submit your application before deadline 01 April 2026. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.

Union representatives:

https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/

 

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden. SLU has around 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.