Assistant Professor in Limnology with Specialization in Ecosystem Modelling

Assistant Professor in Limnology with Specialization in Ecosystem Modelling

Uppsala University - Department of Ecology and Genetics

Uppsala, Sweden

Description of subject area of the employment:

Forecasting how ecosystems will continue to change as Earth progresses further into the Anthropocene is challenging but essential to our ability to mitigate detrimental effects on nature and humanity. Process-based models can simulate the future of inland water ecosystems and the services they provide but require further development to increase the reliability of forecasts. This position aims to strengthen the department's profile related to process-based modelling of inland water ecosystems. Since current models of inland water ecosystems, e.g., lakes, are highly simplified concerning biological and ecological aspects, research that improves the representation of biological and ecological processes is particularly relevant. Developing models that integrate interactions between ecological, physical and biogeochemical processes can enhance the reliability of forecasts of detrimental anthropogenic effects on inland water ecosystems, and their services. Reliable forecasts are essential to guide management and mitigation measures to safeguard inland water ecosystem services in the Anthropocene.

Duties:

Research, teaching and administration. Teaching duties include course responsibility and course administration and supervision of second- and third-cycle students. Teaching duties include courses in limnology, ecosystem science and other related fields. The department strives to provide opportunities for continuous personal development in pedagogics and opportunities to teach and administrate courses at both the bachelor and master level. Development of and participation in PhD-level courses is also encouraged. If the successful candidate is initially not able to teach in Swedish, they will be expected to develop this capacity, and will be offered support for language acquisition.

• Follow developments within the subject area and the development of society in general that is important for the work at the university;
• The position may include duties related to leadership, administration, and outreach;
• The recruited Assistant Professor is expected to participate in a leadership programme designed and funded by Mistra, within a group of Environmental Research Leaders supported by Mistra at Swedish universities.

Qualifications Required:

• PhD in ecosystem science or a related field. Applicants who have obtained a PhD degree or achieved the equivalent competence in seven years or less prior to the end of the application period will be given priority;
• Research Expertise and Teaching Expertise. It is necessary that the research expertise, pedagogical skills, and the professional skills are relevant to the content of the employment and the tasks that will be included in the employment;
• Applicants should have completed teacher training of relevance to operations at the University, comprising five weeks, or have acquired the equivalent knowledge. If special circumstances apply, this training for teachers in higher education may be completed during the first two years of employment;
• Documented ability to teach in English is a requirement unless special reasons prevail;
• Personal capabilities necessary to carry out fully the duties of the appointment.