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Postdoctoral position in carbon partitioning in trees at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Sweden

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 28, 2026

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Sweden

University

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Plant Physiology
Plant Biochemistry
Tree Physiology
Metabolomic

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About this position

Postdoctoral position in carbon partitioning in trees at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Umeå, Sweden, in the Niittylä group at the Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC).

This opportunity focuses on plant physiology, plant biochemistry, plant molecular biology, metabolomics, and isotope techniques to study carbon partitioning and biomass formation in trees using hybrid aspen as the model system. The project aims to improve mechanistic understanding of carbon sequestration to wood and support sustainable wood-derived materials and fuels.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD in plant molecular biology, plant biochemistry, or plant physiology; have strong molecular biology lab skills; and ideally have experience with metabolomics and plant primary metabolism. English fluency and publication of the PhD work in peer-reviewed high-quality journals are required.

Employment details: fixed-term employment for 6 months, full-time (100%), starting 1 October 2026 or as agreed. The position is located in Umeå, Sweden.

Application deadline: 28 August 2026 at 12:00 UTC. Apply via the ReachMee portal linked in the posting.

The post is a research job rather than a scholarship, and it is not funded by an EU research programme.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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