Assistant Professor in Ecological and Computational Modeling

3 days ago


Umeå, Västerbotten, Sweden Pherobase Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated assistant professor with expertise in ecological modeling to join our interdisciplinary research hub, IceLab. As a tenure-track assistant professor, you will be part of a vibrant community of scientists working on innovative research projects that integrate theoretical, computational, and empirical approaches.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in ecology or a related field, combined with expertise in computational methods for understanding complex systems. Your research will focus on unraveling system processes using quantitative approaches, such as dynamical modeling, network analysis, or statistical inference.

You will contribute to teaching graduate and undergraduate students in quantitatively oriented topics at the Department of Ecology and Environmental Science. Our supportive environment fosters collaborative-minded scientists working on interdisciplinary problems.

This position offers a unique opportunity to establish your independent line of research aligned with the Center's theme. You will work at the forefront of multidisciplinary science, integrating mathematical modeling and data science with diverse disciplines, including ecology, plant physiology, and molecular biology.



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