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Postdoctoral Researcher in Plant Cell Biology at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Sweden

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Temporary postdoctoral employment for 24 months with the possibility of extension; full-time (100%). No stipend amount is stated.

Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

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Sweden

University

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Microscopy
Electrophysiology
Microfluidic

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About this position

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), through the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology and the Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC), is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in plant cell biology in Umeå, Sweden.

The project focuses on plant cell biology, Arabidopsis root development, and the signaling mechanisms that regulate cell fate acquisition. The successful candidate will join a collaborative project involving four research groups and will work with live confocal microscopy, molecular biology, microfluidics, electrophysiology, and cell wall biology.

Eligibility highlights include a doctoral degree in molecular, cell, or developmental biology (or a related discipline), strong English skills, and the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others. Experience in confocal microscopy, Arabidopsis, and root development is considered an advantage. SLU notes that postdoctoral appointments are career-developing positions and prefers candidates whose PhD is no more than three years old.

The appointment is temporary for 24 months with the possibility of extension, at 100% employment. The post is based at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, SLU, Umeå. The application deadline is 8 September 2026.

Apply via the SLU recruitment portal using the job application button and reference number SLU.ua.2026.2.5.1-2432.

Funding details

Temporary postdoctoral employment for 24 months with the possibility of extension; full-time (100%). No stipend amount is stated.

What's required

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in molecular, cell or developmental biology, or a related discipline. Strong English communication skills in speaking and writing are required, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience with confocal microscopy, Arabidopsis, and root development is considered an advantage. The postdoctoral degree should generally be no more than three years old.

How to apply

Submit the application through the SLU online application portal before 8 September 2026. Use the job application button/login link on the vacancy page and reference number SLU.ua.2026.2.5.1-2432.

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