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PhD in Biology, Specialisation in Aquatic Ecology Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Sweden

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PhD

Field of study

Physiology

Funding

Doctoral employment for 4 years; salary follows the local collective agreement with fixed salary steps.

Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

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Sweden

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Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

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Physiology
Environmental Science
Biology
Conservation Biology
Animal Behavior
Marine Biology
Earth Science
Resource Management
Freshwater Ecology
Telemetry
Field Experimentation

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About this position

This PhD position is based at the Department of Aquatic Resources at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU Aqua) and focuses on the management and conservation of critically endangered fish, with a particular emphasis on eel (Anguilla). The project addresses key knowledge gaps around trap and transport (T&T), a management method used to support fish migration in river systems with barriers and to reduce turbine mortality for downstream-moving fish.

The doctoral project is designed to combine field studies, experiments, analysis of existing data, and modelling. The student will work on questions related to improving the overall T&T process from the eel’s perspective, comparing how T&T is implemented in different countries, and identifying which Swedish catchments should be prioritised now and in the future. The overall aim is to help develop best-practice guidelines for eel capture and transport at national and international level.

The work will be carried out at SLU Aqua in Drottningholm, Stockholm, and at several field sites, especially in southern Sweden and at locations where eel T&T is currently practiced. The project includes hands-on work with live animals, including eel handling and care, behavioural and physiological experiments, and tagging and tracking. The environment is strongly collaborative and internationally connected, with cooperation involving researchers in Northern Ireland and Finland.

The position is embedded in a research setting focused on conservation and sustainable management of aquatic animals and fish, with SLU Aqua providing a professionally stimulating workplace and an international research network.

Funding details

Doctoral employment for 4 years; salary follows the local collective agreement with fixed salary steps.

What's required

Basic eligibility requires an advanced degree with at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 must be at advanced level, or equivalent qualifications. Specific eligibility for doctoral studies in Biology requires knowledge corresponding to at least 90 credits in biology-related subjects, including an independent project, with at least 30 credits at advanced level. English proficiency equivalent to Swedish upper secondary English B/6 is required. Merit is given to experience of animal experiments and/or fieldwork, work with fish, relevant practical and statistical methods, independent writing, organising workshops or large meetings, analysis of large datasets, collaboration with fishers, industry and authorities, good communication skills in English, a driving licence, and strong personal qualities such as teamwork, analytical and problem-solving ability, and independence.

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Apply via the application button no later than 2026-11-30. Read the linked page on required attachments before submitting your application. Selection is based on the application documents and the ability to complete the programme within the allotted time.

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