Doctoral student in Biology with a specialisation in Microbial Ecology

Lund University

Four-year employed PhD investigating how soil microbial communities adapt traits during and after drought through laboratory, greenhouse and field experiments, isotope tracing, large biological datasets and ecosystem modelling.

Lund, Skåne län, SwedenDepartment of Biology / Microbial Biogeochemistry in LundDoctoral researcherMonthly salary; exact amount is not stated on the vacancy page.

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Employment

Vacancy terms

Career stage: Doctoral researcher
Employment type: Doctoral researcher
Contract: Fixed-term
Contract ends: Not stated
Original contract term: 4 years full-time; extended proportionally for teaching/departmental duties
Schedule: Full-time
Workplace: On-site
FTE: Not stated
Salary: Monthly salary; exact amount is not stated on the vacancy page.
Department or school: Department of Biology / Microbial Biogeochemistry in Lund
Posted: 10 Jul 2026

Role

Responsibilities

Conduct independent research on microbial drought resistance and resilience
Use isotope tracing to measure microbial growth in intact soils
Combine field, greenhouse and laboratory experiments
Analyse large biological datasets
Communicate findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
Teaching up to 20% where assigned

Candidate profile

Qualifications and requirements

Qualifications

Second-cycle qualification or equivalent general eligibility.
Independent work in a relevant subject of at least 30 higher education credits.
Advanced degree (MSc or equivalent) in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Physical Geography, Soil Science, Biogeochemistry or closely related area.
Excellent oral and written English.

Requirements

Documented research experience, preferably related to the project.
Documented ability to conduct independent work.
Practical laboratory experience, preferably using project-related methods.

Preferred qualifications

Experience with isotope-based methods.
Experience planning and conducting fieldwork.
Experience in data handling and statistical analysis.

Employment conditions

Temporary full-time employment
100% FTE
Four years full-time doctoral employment

Employment package

Benefits

Monthly salary; exact amount is not stated on the vacancy page.
Public-sector employee benefits
Generous annual leave
Occupational pension
4 years full-time; extended proportionally for teaching/departmental duties
Full-time
Fixed-term

Application

Documents and steps

Documents

Personal letter explaining motivation and project fit
Study certificates and/or diplomas
Optional grades, referee information, recommendation letters or other supporting material
CV

Steps

Open the separate Lund Varbi application page
Create or log into a Varbi account
Upload CV and personal letter
Upload study certificates/diplomas
Upload optional supporting materials
Submit by 18 September 2026

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