Research assistant

Institutionen för akvatiska resurser

Our department is an inspiring research environment where you can contribute to knowledge for the sustainable use of seas, lakes and watercourses. We combine ecological, genomic, biodiversity, and fisheries research with monitoring, assessment and advice for national and international management. With >200 employees, we are the largest knowledge hub on aquatic systems and fisheries in Sweden, providing access to associated research infrastructure and research opportunities of high societal relevance.

Welcome to visit us at www.slu.se/aquaticresources

About the position

The selected candidate is expected to assist in research on climate change effects on zooplankton and benthic invertebrates in the laboratory. Responsibilities include species sorting and identification of aquatic invertebrates, primarily using stereomicroscopes.

Your profile

We are seeking a motivated person with good organizational skills who has started, is currently pursuing, or has completed university studies in biology or environmental science. Practical experience in independently identifying zooplankton is required. We place great emphasis on personal qualities, such as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, as well as suitability for the specific tasks to be carried out in the project.

 

Location:

Uppsala

Form of employment:

Hourly-paid employment; special fixed-term employment.

This means that you will be offered work during shorter periods within the timeframe specified below under ‘Extent’. You may accept or decline each work opportunity offered to you. When you accept one or more assignments, a new employment contract is established for those specific occasions.

Scope:

The employment comprises approximately 120–160 hours during the period 15 May 2026 to 1 July 2026. The work is expected to begin at the start of the employment and cannot be postponed to the end of the period.

Start date:

15 May 2026, or As agreed. 

Application:

Please submit your application via the application button no later than 18 May 2026.

The application must include a brief CV documenting your experience and education, a clear motivation of your suitability for the tasks, as well as contact details for one reference (name, relationship to the applicant, email address, and phone number).

Union representatives:

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

 

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