Postdoctoral researcher in social aspects of carbon sequestration in coastal areas

Main responsibilities

• Research, the development of research activities
• Participation in the academic community through assignments as reviewer, external expert and lecturer
• Organisation of seminars, workshops and conferences
• Planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of transdisciplinary research projects
• Teaching, up to 20% of the total employment (conducted in Swedish and English)

About the role

Södertörn University in south Stockholm is a dynamic institute of higher education with a unique profile and high academic standard. A large proportion of the university staff holds doctorates and there is a strong link between undergraduate education and research. Södertörn University has around 13 000 students and 840 employees. Undergraduate and postgraduate education and research are conducted in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Technology and Education.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a postdoctoral research fellow include:

• Research
• The development of research activities
• Participation in the academic community through assignments as reviewer, external expert and lecturer
• Organisation of seminars, workshops and conferences
• Planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of transdisciplinary research projects
• Teaching, up to 20% of the total employment (conducted in Swedish and English)

Requirements

The successful candidate should have:

• A PhD degree in a relevant field
• Experience in interdisciplinary research
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluency in Swedish and English

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong background in social sciences
• Experience working with coastal ecosystems
• Knowledge of carbon sequestration processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Skills

The successful candidate should possess:

• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods

Benefits

The postdoc will have:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Support for relocation if needed

Pay

The salary for this position is based on the Swedish national salary scale, which ranges from SEK 576,000 - 696,000 per year depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The start date is flexible and can be agreed upon with the successful candidate.

Application

To apply, please submit your CV, a cover letter, and a list of publications to [insert email address]. The deadline for applications is 15 November 2022.