[IUFRO RG 7.03 FORENT] Extension Forest Pathologist

The position is at the Department of Forest Mycology and Pathology, Swedish University of Agricultural Scirences, that undertakes fundamental and applied research focused on interactions involving disease causing, symbiotic and saprotrophic fungi and other microorganisms, as well as their roles in forest and agricultural systems. Important research areas include genomics, evolutionary biology, molecular ecology and population biology of pathogenic, symbiotic and saprotrophic microorganisms, as well as modelling and practical management of plant diseases. Duties: The holder of this position will primarily conduct advisory work aimed at the forest sector and a personal program of research in connection with the department's forest pathology research. Collaboration with parallel projects in the department is desirable. A limited amount of teaching within the department at undergraduate and post-graduate level may be required. Eligibility: Applicants should have a PhD degree. Priority will be given to applicants with documented international research experience in forest pathology. Experience of advisory work or information transfer to the forest sector is a merit. Assessment criteria: Emphasis will be placed on scientific skills within the areas of Forest Pathology. Experience from extension service or information transfer will also be considered. The appointment is 100 %. The advisory work is financed by a faculty grant covering 50 % of salary costs. The successful applicant will be expected to obtain additional external research funding. The position is available immediately. More info: Jan.stenlid(a)mykopat.slu.se and http://dokument.slu.se/ansti/taf/ledans_rd.taf?function=sluwebbakt