Carbon Cycling and Microbial Community PhD

5 days ago


Uppsala, Uppsala, Sweden SLU Full time
Doctoral Research Position

SLU is currently seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to contribute to our research project focused on plant-soil microbial interactions and carbon cycling.

This doctoral position offers a unique opportunity to investigate the complex relationships between microclimates, soil microbial communities, and carbon cycling in Swedish forests.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments to:

  • Study the effects of forest structure on microclimatic conditions and carbon cycling
  • Investigate the relationships between plant diversity, soil properties, and carbon cycling

Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Ecology or a closely related discipline, with an emphasis on plants and/or soils and/or microbiology.

Additionally, the successful candidate must have excellent communication skills in written and verbal English, critical and creative thinking, and ability to conduct primary research and develop scientific publications.



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