PhD Position in Biology: The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences is inviting applications for a PhD position focusing on ecological consequences of pesticide resistance evolution in insects, specifically the green-veined white, Pieris napi. This research will contribute to sustainable plant protection through applied evolutionary ecology.
Designation
PhD Student
Research Area
- Ecology
- Evolutionary Biology
- Chemical Ecology
- Integrated Plant Protection
Location
Alnarp, Skåne län, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc degree in Biology or equivalent
- Extensive knowledge in ecology and evolutionary biology
- Experience in fieldwork, chemical or molecular lab work
- Skills in advanced statistical analyses and experimentation with insects
- Driver’s license required
Job Description
The PhD position involves:
- Conducting fieldwork and experimental evolution studies
- Investigating ecological consequences following pesticide resistance evolution
- Performing behavioral studies involving different trophic levels
- Cultivating and rearing plants, butterflies, and parasitoids
- Sampling for chemical and molecular analyses
- Collaborating closely with researchers at the Department of Biology at Lund University
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their application by clicking the “Apply” button on the university’s website. Applicants must include:
- Written application and CV
- Degree project and copies of degree certificates
- Transcript of records from previous studies
- Two personal references
- Demonstrated knowledge of English
Last Date to Apply
September 15, 2025
