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Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario. Summary of Job: The Associate Director, Scientific Communications, Rare Disease is responsible for supporting the development, execution, and continuous optimization of scientific communications initiatives for the Rare Disease Medical Affairs organization in North America. The role leads the planning, development, review, and implementation of scientific materials and educational programs that support Medical Affairs strategic objectives and ensure the accurate, balanced, and compliant dissemination of scientific information. Core focus of the role includes overseeing the development and lifecycle management of Field Medical materials; creating scientific content and supporting the execution of Medical Advisory Boards, Scientific Symposia, Medical Education initiatives, and conference-related deliverables; and managing external Medical Communications agencies and Medical Education partners to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality, scientifically accurate materials. The Associate Director collaborates cross-functionally with Medical Affairs and other internal stakeholders to ensure scientific communications activities are aligned with organizational priorities and compliant with applicable policies and regulatory requirements. Essential Functions: * Support data disclosure and scientific dissemination activities associated with clinical trial milestones and major medical congresses for U.S. Medical Affairs. * Provide content and editorial support for regional publications and scientific presentations. * Ensure regional publication priorities are represented in the global publication plan and support localization of global publication activities to meet regional needs. * Collaborate with global and regional Medical Affairs teams to ensure consistency of scientific messaging and alignment with regional medical strategy. * Partner with external medical communications agencies and vendors to manage the quality, timelines, and budgets of scientific communications deliverables. * Support external expert engagement and steering committee activities, including coordination of content review and approval workflows. * Support scientific and medical operations, including advisory board planning and execution, medical information initiatives, and Medical Science Liaison (MSL) training. * Represent Medical Affairs at Medical Review Committee (MRC) and Promotional Review Committee (PRC) meetings, as needed, ensuring materials are scientifically accurate, current, appropriately substantiated, and properly referenced. * Ensure all scientific communications activities are conducted in compliance with applicable SOPs, policies, regulatory requirements, ICMJE recommendations, Good Publication Practice (GPP) guidelines, and company compliance standards. * Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned. Job Requirements: Education Advanced degrees in life sciences, health sciences, pharmacy, medicine, nursing, or a related scientific discipline (MD, PharmD, PhD, DNP, or equivalent) required. Experience * Minimum of seven (7) years in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical communications industry within Medical Affairs or Scientific Communications. * Minimum of three (3) years supporting Scientific Communications, Publications, or Medical Communications functions. * Demonstrated success developing and executing scientific communication initiatives, including field medical materials, advisory boards, scientific symposia, medical education programs, publications, and congress deliverables. * Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and manage external medical communications agencies and vendors to deliver high-quality scientific materials. * Background supporting publication planning, scientific dissemination, and data disclosure activities associated with clinical development and medical congresses. * Familiarity with medical, promotional, and publication review processes within a regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment. * Rare Disease experience is strongly preferred. Technical Skills * Working knowledge of scientific communications, publication planning, Good Publication Practice (GPP) guidelines, International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) recommendations, and applicable regulatory requirements. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific information to diverse internal and external audiences and facilitate cross-functional collaboration. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint. * Skilled in using Veeva Vault MedComms, Veeva PromoMats, publication management systems, and other platforms supporting scientific content development, review, approval, and distribution. * Strong scientific writing, editing, literature evaluation, and content development skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, accurate, audience-appropriate materials. * Ability to leverage AI-enabled tools and platforms to support scientific content development, literature synthesis, data visualization, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. * Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within established timelines. Non-Technical Skills Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage/prioritize multiple projects from concept to completion in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well in cross-functional teams (across geography and culture) with a group of people with diverse skill sets and personalities. Team player, flexible and adaptable. Ability to build good working relationships, both inside and outside the organization. Self-starter. Must possess integrity and be innovative in how they work on a day-by-day basis. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization. Physical Demands: Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work Working Conditions: Minimal domestic travel required (<10%), primarily for conference attendance or key meetings; occasional weekend travel may be required. The anticipated salary for this position will be $180,000 to $196,900. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs. The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including: * 401K with company match * Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs) * Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days * Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision) * HSA & FSA Programs * Well-Being and Work/Life Programs * Life & Disability Insurance * Concierge Services * Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance) * Pet Insurance * Tuition Assistance * Employee Referral Awards The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market. KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law. When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment. Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union. Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. RECRUITMENT & STAFFING AGENCIES Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #LI-JC1
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario. Summary of Job: The North America Head of Scientific Communications is a senior leadership role within NA Medical Affairs responsible for setting the strategic direction, oversight, and governance of scientific communications across the regional portfolio. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and impactful scientific communications that support evidence dissemination, medical education, and scientific exchange throughout the product lifecycle. The role provides leadership for regional publication strategy and execution, field medical resources, medical education content, digital scientific communications, congress activities, and regional medical review processes. The role leads and develops a high-performing scientific communications team and serves as a key strategic partner to Medical Affairs therapeutic area leaders, commercial team and cross-functional stakeholders. As a catalyst for innovation, the NA Head of Scientific Communications continuously evaluates emerging digital channels, data-driven insights, and evolving stakeholder engagement preferences to ensure Medical Affairs remains at the forefront of scientific exchange. This includes leveraging modern communication platforms and formats—including social media, podcasts, and other digital channels—to meet the evolving information needs of healthcare professionals, scientific experts, and key opinion leaders. Essential Functions: Future Pipeline Expansion & Capability Building * Proactively prepare NA Scientific Communications to support future pipeline expansion, including new therapeutic areas, indications, modalities, and lifecycle stages. * Anticipate scientific communications needs associated with pipeline progress and evolving portfolio complexity, including early asset planning, launch readiness, and post-launch evidence dissemination. * Design scalable scientific communications approaches, processes, and resourcing models that can flex with portfolio expansion. * Partner with Global Medical Affairs and Clinical Development to ensure early alignment of scientific narratives, data generation plans, and publication strategy for pipeline assets. * Identify capability gaps and lead continuous improvement initiatives across scientific communications, including talent development, vendor partnerships, and operational excellence. Strategic Leadership & Governance * Develop and own the regional scientific communications strategy across multiple products, aligned with global medical strategy, portfolio priorities, and North America Medical Affairs objectives. * Establish and maintain regional governance frameworks, standards, and best practices for scientific communications across channels and formats. * Serve as a senior scientific communications advisor to North America Medical Affairs leadership and therapeutic area leads. * Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, Good Publication Practice (GPP), ICMJE guidelines, and all applicable regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements. Publications & Evidence Dissemination * Oversee regional publication planning and execution, including abstracts, manuscripts, posters, oral presentations, and plain language summaries. * Ensure timely, high-quality execution of regional publication plans in collaboration with global partners, investigators, and external authors. * Provide strategic oversight of publication vendors and agencies, including scope, budgeting, and performance management. Scientific Content & Medical Materials * Lead development and lifecycle management of regional scientific narratives, lexicons, and key data-driven messages. * Oversee creation, approval, and maintenance of regional field medical materials, including slide decks, FAQs, disease education materials, and data summaries. * Ensure all materials are scientifically accurate, strategically aligned, audience-appropriate, and tailored to regional needs. Medical Education & Congress * Oversee scientific content for regional medical education, insight generation initiatives, advisory boards, and peer-to-peer scientific exchange. * Provide scientific communications leadership for regional congress strategy and execution, including content development, scientific booth materials, and symposia support. * Partner closely with Field Medical and Medical Education teams to align content with scientific objectives and stakeholder insights. Digital Scientific Communications * Provide strategic oversight of regional digital scientific assets, including modular and omnichannel-ready content, congress digital materials, and online educational resources. * Partner with digital and omnichannel teams to ensure scientific rigor, consistency, and effective data visualization across platforms. Medical Review & Compliance Oversight * Lead and oversee regional medical review processes to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality review of scientific communications materials. * Serve as a senior medical/scientific reviewer and escalation point for complex scientific, regulatory, or compliance-related issues. * Drive continuous improvement of review workflows and cross-functional collaboration. People Leadership & Talent Development * Lead, coach, and develop a team of scientific communications professionals, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and collaboration. * Set clear objectives, provide ongoing performance feedback, and support professional development for direct reports. * Build and sustain a high-performing scientific communications function capable of supporting a growing and evolving portfolio. * Anticipate future portfolio and pipeline needs to inform thoughtful expansion of the scientific communications team over time. * Define future role profiles and succession plans to ensure the organization scales effectively as new assets and therapeutic areas are added to the portfolio. Decision-Making Authority * Accountable for regional scientific communications strategy, priorities, and execution across the North America portfolio. * Final scientific approval authority for regional scientific communications materials within established governance and SOPs. * Authority to manage external vendors and agency partners. * Escalation authority for complex scientific, compliance, or reputational risk issues related to scientific communications. Strategic Partnerships & Cross-Functional Leadership * Serve as a strategic partner to North America Medical Affairs Leadership, Therapeutic Area Heads, Field Medical, Global Medical Affairs, and Global Scientific Communications to ensure alignment of scientific communication strategies and execution. * Collaborate closely with Clinical Development, HEOR, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Commercial, Digital, Omnichannel, and Alliance partners to develop and deliver impactful, compliant scientific communications and medical education initiatives. * Represent North America Scientific Communications on cross-functional governance committees, leadership forums, and strategic initiatives, providing scientific communications expertise and influencing organizational priorities. * Foster strong alignment between regional and global scientific communications strategies, ensuring consistency, operational excellence, and effective dissemination of scientific evidence across the product lifecycle. * Build and maintain productive relationships with external stakeholders, including investigators, scientific authors, vendors, and agency partners, to support high-quality scientific communication deliverables. Subordinates: Medical Communication Directors (2) and Senior Manager, PRC/MRC Job Requirements: Education Advanced Scientific or Clinical Degree: An earned Ph.D., Pharm.D., or M.D. in a relevant life sciences, biomedical, or clinical discipline is strictly required. Experience * Minimum 12+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, or related roles within pharmaceutical or biotechnology organizations, at least 6 years in Scientific/Medical Communication. * Senior leadership experience managing scientific communications teams and leading complex, cross-functional, matrixed initiatives at regional or global scale. * Extensive oversight of end-to-end scientific communications activities, including publications, medical education, field medical materials, congress strategy, and digital scientific content. * Strong understanding of publication planning standards, medical governance, and regulatory and compliance requirements within a highly regulated environment. * Experience serving as a strategic partner to Medical Affairs leadership, with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and align scientific communication strategies with enterprise objectives. * Background contributing to transformation initiatives in Medical Affairs, including modernization of scientific communications and evolution toward digital and omnichannel engagement models. * History of building, leading, and developing high-performing, multidisciplinary teams, including mentorship of managers and senior scientific communications professionals. * Experience operating within global or regional matrix organizations, ensuring alignment between regional execution and global scientific communications strategy. Technical Skills & Competencies * Deep understanding of Medical Affairs operating models, governance structures, and the role of Medical Affairs across the product lifecycle, including its interface with Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Commercial functions. * Strong expertise in strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, and resource allocation within complex, global matrix organizations. * Comprehensive knowledge of Medical Affairs planning and execution, including scientific communications, publication planning, medical education, field medical strategy, evidence generation, and investigator-sponsored research activities. * Solid understanding of clinical development processes, regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and industry guidelines governing Medical Affairs operations. * Experience establishing and optimizing governance frameworks, operational processes, and performance metrics that enhance effectiveness, consistency, and scalability of Medical Affairs activities. * Ability to influence and align senior stakeholders across global and regional organizations without direct authority, driving consensus in highly matrixed environments. * Strong strategic acumen and business orientation, with the ability to translate enterprise priorities into actionable plans, clear governance structures, and measurable outcomes. * Advanced communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership and support informed, cross-functional decision-making. * Strong analytical capability, leveraging data, insights, and performance indicators to support prioritization, resource decisions, and continuous improvement. * Proficiency in business planning, portfolio tracking, and collaboration tools, with strong command of Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, and related tools). Non-Technical Skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing ambiguity effectively. Strong work ethics are required. Passion for personal learning and professional development. Cultural sensitivity and adaptability within multinational organizations. The anticipated salary for this position will be $250,000 to $286,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs. The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including: * 401K with company match * Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs) * Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days * Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision) * HSA & FSA Programs * Well-Being and Work/Life Programs * Life & Disability Insurance * Concierge Services * Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance) * Pet Insurance * Tuition Assistance * Employee Referral Awards The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market. KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law. When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment. Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union. Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. RECRUITMENT & STAFFING AGENCIES Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #LI-JC1
BUILD SOMETHING MONUMENTAL FOR HEALTHCARE! At Tandem Health we’re reimagining healthcare by putting clinicians first. Our platform - designed by clinicians, for clinicians - is built on deep insight into real-world pain points, with intuitive medical notes and workflows that truly support patient care. We’re a fast-scaling health-tech company backed by top investors and expanding globally. We move fast, stay curious, and believe building something that matters starts with an extraordinary team. If you're passionate about impact and innovation, we'd love to meet you! ABOUT THE ROLE Tandem is building the clinical operating system for European healthcare. As we scale across countries and health systems, rigorous, fast-moving clinical research is critical to proving impact, shaping product direction, and positioning Tandem as a leader in healthcare AI. We are now looking for a Clinical Research Lead to own and drive Tandem’s clinical research strategy end-to-end. You will lead research efforts across customers and markets, design and execute high-impact studies, and ensure Tandem is at the forefront of clinical evidence generation within European healthcare.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys shipping research (not just planning it), and wants to see their work directly influence real-world clinical practice. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Own and execute Tandem’s clinical research strategy across multiple countries and customers * Plan, coordinate, and lead clinical studies in collaboration with healthcare providers, internal product teams, and external partners * Design robust study protocols that balance scientific rigor with speed and operational feasibility * Lead data analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of results * Publish high-quality research in leading journals and conferences within healthcare and AI * Support regulatory, commercial, and product teams with clinical evidence and insights * Represent Tandem externally in scientific and clinical forums, strengthening our reputation as a research leader * Continuously improve how we run research - making it faster, more scalable, and more impactful WHAT YOU BRING * A medical background (MD or equivalent) * PhD (required) in a relevant field (e.g. clinical research, epidemiology, biostatistics, computer science/ML, biomedical engineering), with a strong publication record * Strong experience leading clinical research projects end-to-end * A proven publication track record in high-quality journals, ideally within healthcare AI or digital health * Experience working with real-world clinical data and healthcare systems * Comfort operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where priorities evolve quickly * A bias toward action and impact - you value rapid, high-quality research over multi-year academic timelines * Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally across clinical, product, and commercial teams BONUS POINTS * Experience working in or with European healthcare systems across multiple countries * Background in health tech, AI, or a high-growth scale-up * Prior experience running multi-site or multi-country clinical studies * A strong external network within clinical research or healthcare AI * Deep technical understanding within AI, incl. programming expertise LOCATION We believe the best ideas happen when we’re together. This role is based in our vibrant HQ in the Epicenter building in the heart of Stockholm where you will work primarily from our office to collaborate, connect, and build our culture. HOW TO APPLY We adopt a continuous selection process, so please make sure to apply with your CV in English. Our interview process consists of 4 stages: 1. Screening interview with Talent Acquisition 2. First interview with our CEO and Co-Founder 3. Follow-up interview with one of our Medical Operations Clinician 4. Working Day - Join us in the Stockholm office for a half-day to experience our culture firsthand, collaborate with our team, and see how you work in action. BENEFITS * Competitive salary & company stock options * 25 days/year of paid vacation * 5,000 SEK wellness allowance (friskvårdsbidrag) * Social and team-building activities (off-sites, after works, winter/summer parties) * An opportunity to make a real positive impact in the world of healthcare * Work with some of the best minds in AI, healthcare, and engineering. We review our benefits packages on a regular basis and might modify our benefits from time to time. CULTURE AT TANDEM At Tandem, we move fast, think big, and take ownership. We're a high-performing, diverse team with a shared drive to change the future of healthcare - and we’re just getting started. Our culture is built on action, ambition, and learning. You'll be trusted to take the lead, challenge yourself, and make an impact from day one. We believe real growth happens when you're stretched, supported, and surrounded by smart, passionate teammates who want to win together. Even though we’re spread across countries, we come together often in Sweden for team meetings, social events, and offsites - blending global reach with real human connection. We hire for talent, potential, and attitude - valuing different backgrounds and fresh perspectives. Great ideas come from everywhere, and we’re building a team that reflects the world we want to change. Tandem handles sensitive patient data and will conduct a background check before hiring any candidate.
Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Third-cycle subject area: Forest management Description of the doctoral project: Swedish society is debating the long-term capacity of even-aged conifer-dominated forestry to reliably produce biomass over the coming century, and simultaneously sustain the breadth of ecosystem services that society increasingly demands from forestlands. Alternative approaches to production forests, such as restoration of broadleaved forests are thus of growing interest. The increased use of such alternatives may enhance the overall resilience of Swedish forests to projected climate change, better balance the provision of forest ecosystem services, provide vital habitat for forest biodiversity, and thereby help ensure forest ecosystem services delivery over the coming century. The EU Nature restoration Regulation and Sweden's national environmental goals, provide official recognition of the urgent need to restore and improve the ecological condition of forest ecosystems across Europe. Our goal with this project is to identify cost-effective paths forward for the regeneration and restoration of new mixed broadleaved dominated forests. About the position: We intend to contrast passive versus active pathways for restoring such diverse forests. To address such issues, we will use existing experiments, chronosequences, and survey-data for evaluating the effects from restoration on ecosystem services and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of international researchers. We are looking for a person who, as part of a PhD, will address these challenges, but we welcome those who bring specific research interests which can shape the ultimate direction of the PhD. Requirements: To meet the general entry requirements you must have been awarded a second-cycle (Master's) qualification, satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle, or acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad (Higher Education Ordinance 1993:100, Chapter 7, Section 39). You must also meet the equivalent English language requirements as those necessary for the Swedish upper-secondary qualification Engelska B/6. Your profile: The applicant should by the date of admission to PhD studies have a Master's degree in forest science, biology, ecology or equivalent.You should have a strong interest in forest ecosystems and an interest in working with large data sets. A driver's license is a necessity for work duties. Beneficial qualifications are research experience in forestry, ecology, and similar subjects. Experience in field-based forest research, transdisciplinary studies and ecosystem service assessments are also beneficial qualifications. Focus is given to your analytical and problem-solving abilities and your ability to work independently. Beneficial qualifications include the demonstrated capacity to express yourself in English, both orally and in writing. About us: SLU is one of the world's highest ranked universities in several subject areas and is ranked #1 in forestry (CWUR). At our centre we carry out research, teaching and dissemination of scientific findings with direct application to the sustainable management of forests. We have a multidisciplinary profile, with global relevance and specialized expertise on forests and forestry as complex socio-ecological systems. We closely collaborate with multiple stakeholders and conduct applied research in silviculture, forest ecology, pathology, policy and planning. We teach bachelor, Masters and PhD level courses addressing all of these subject areas. Read more about staff benefits and life as an SLU employee on https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Read more about third-cycle courses and study programmes on http://www.slu.se/utbildning/program-kurser/forskarutbildning/ Form of employment / Funding: Employment as a doctoral student (4-year programme) Doctoral student's salaries are set following the local collective agreement. Salary progression is fixed. Location: Alnarp Scope: 100% Start date: December 1, 2026 or according to agreement. Application and selection: Please submit your application using the link below. The deadline is 2026-09-14. Read more about the attachments that your application should include at https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/how-can-i-become-a-doctoral-student-/application/ Selection among eligible applicants is based on the documents attached to the application, and is carried out with regard to the applicant's ability to complete the programme within the allotted time. Academic union representatives: https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/ The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden. SLU has around 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
The Faculty of Engineering and Health Sciences provides education and conducts research in engineering, health and information design, with a clear focus on addressing societal challenges. Our research is carried out in close collaboration with external partners, both nationally and internationally, and contributes to knowledge development and innovation. Through our collaboration platforms, we bring together academia, the public sector and industry to jointly drive knowledge development and strengthen the relevance of research and education. Education at all levels is research-based and closely aligned with the needs of society and working life. Together, we contribute to sustainable societal development.The Faculty comprises three departments with a total of approximately 500 staff.The Department of Engineering Sciences brings together a large part of the University's Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Master of Science in Engineering programmes in fields such as energy engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, building engineering, environmental engineering and industrial systems. The department conducts internationally recognised research focusing on future energy and industrial systems. Collaboration with industry and society is central to developing sustainable, resource-efficient and competitive solutions for the society of tomorrow. Employment information Employment: Temporary employment Period of employment/Start date: As agreed Scope: Full time Number of positions: 1 Closing date for application: 2026-08-09 Campus location: Eskilstuna School: Teknikvetenskap Position description The purpose of the position is to give the employee an early opportunity to develop his or her independence as a researcher and to create the conditions for further acquisitions of qualifications after completing the doctoral degree. The position is a temporary employment with a maximum period of 3 years. The position consists mainly of research in which the candidate is expected to independently plan and carry out scientific studies in the area of smart and portable automation. The position will be conducted within the framework of the research profile MARC (Mälardalen Research and Competence Centre for Future Manufacturing), which means that the work will take place in close collaboration with industry partners and other researchers within the profile. Within MARC, the research focuses on future sustainable and flexible production systems, where smart and portable automation plays a central role. The candidate is expected to contribute to the development of new methods, technologies, and prototypes for portable and reconfigurable automation, as well as explore how these solutions can be integrated into industrial environments with requirements for flexibility, quality, and resource efficiency. The work may include experimental research in laboratory and industrial settings, system development, analysis of production flows, and co-creation of knowledge together with company partners. As MARC is a collaborative profile with strong ties to regional companies, the candidate will also take part in project meetings, workshops, and joint activities where industrial relevance and implementability are key components. The postdoctoral position includes scientific writing of articles, dissemination, and oral presentation of research results. An important part of the dissemination work is active engagement in industrial applications in close collaboration with industrial partners. As a postdoctoral researcher, you are expected to take responsibility for independently planning and conducting your studies, take initiatives to develop your ideas and knowledge, and cooperate with others both within and outside academia. Teaching or other departmental duties may be included up to a maximum of 20%. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will also be part of the research group for Production Development, where you are expected to contribute to the development of the group. Qualification requirements The applicant is required to have a PhD degree in Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, or another relevant technical field. The applicant must have completed the degree no more than three years before the end of the application period. You have not previously held a position as a postdoctoral researcher in the same or related subject area at MDU that exceeds one year. The applicant is also required to have: Documented experience in experimental research, for example work conducted in laboratory, testbed, or industrial environments Experience with industrial robots, collaborative robots, or portable robotic platforms Experience in programming and configuring control systems for automation and robotics, including relevant programming languages such as PLC, Python, C/C++, MATLAB, ROS, or equivalent Ability to work independently throughout the research process, including planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of scientific studies Ability to collaborate and interact with individuals at various levels both within and outside academia, such as students, colleagues, and industry representatives Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, including documented ability in scientific writing Assessment criteria For this position, special consideration will be given to: Knowledge of or experience with investment projects involving industrial robots, collaborative robots, or portable robotic platforms is considered a merit This advert is abridged. To see the full advert, please go to: https://www.mdu.se/om-mdu/jobba-med-oss/lediga-jobb #LI-DNI Application The application is to be completed online. Please submit your application by clicking on the "Apply" button below. The scientific publications that you do not have in digital form are to be sent by post to: Mälardalen University Division of Human Resources Ref.no: 2026/1967 Box 883 SE-721 23 Västerås, SWEDEN The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and will reach the university no later than closing date for application. We look forward to receiving your application! Union representatives: Saco-S mailto:saco-s@mdu.se Susanne Meijer ST-OFR/S, phone: +46 21-10 14 89 We decline all contact with recruiters and sellers of advertisements. We have made our strategic choices for this recruitment.
Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of wildlife, fish, and environmental studies The Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies offers a creative and stimulating working environment with about 100 employees, and conducts internationally recognized research, education and environmental monitoring in the following subject areas: restoration ecology, aquatic ecology, molecular ecology and animal ecology. The department has a large proportion of international employees, as well as well-established national and international collaborations with opportunities for rewarding exchanges. Read more about the department at https://www.slu.se/en/departments/wildlife-fish-environmental-studies/ This position is partially financed for five years by Önnersjöstiftelsen (https://www.onnesjostiftelsen.se/) Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/. Subject area The subject of the position is animal ecology with a focus on plant-animal interactions in temperate and boreal forest ecosystems in the application areas forestry, wildlife management and forest damage. The subject develops the knowledge base about animal ecology and their interactions with humans, landscapes and climate. Duties The employee is responsible for developing research in the subject area animal ecology, both in general and specifically within the focus area, together with researchers within the faculty and other parts of SLU. The employee shall also contribute to the pedagogic development in the subject area. This means that the employee shall: act in accordance with the vision, goals and values of SLU contribute to the strategic development of the department and the faculty develop and lead an internationally successful environment for research integrate animal ecology research in the application areas forestry, wildlife management and forest damage publish scientific articles in international journals with peer-review apply for external funding in competition at national and international level supervise doctoral students and mentor postdoctoral researchers lead, develop and participate in teaching and supervision of students at first, second and third cycle level collaborate with researchers within the department, faculty and other parts of SLU, as well as nationally and internationally collaborate and develop regional, national and international networks with the society at large disseminate research findings fulfil administrative tasks within the department, the faculty and the university Swedish and English are used in parallel at the department. The professor should be able to perform most of their tasks in English. However, as a public authority, the university has Swedish as its main language according to the requirements of the Language Act. Non-Swedish-speaking staff members are expected to, within four years of first being employed, have sufficient knowledge of Swedish to understand information in Swedish. The department will support the holder of the position to achieve this. Qualifications The applicant must: have completed a doctoral degree in a subject area relevant for the position or have equivalent scientific competence be scientifically skilled within the subject area for this position be pedagogically skilled have demonstrated leadership skills have good knowledge of English Assessment Criteria The assessment criteria for employment shall primarily apply to the degree of such skill, which is a requirement for eligibility for employment. The assessment of scientific skills will consider: completed research activities and ongoing research within the subject's focus area (plant-animal interactions in temperate and boreal forest ecosystems) ability to integrate animal ecology research in application areas forestry wildlife management and forest damage expertise in wildlife management and forest damage future research vision within the subject area ability to independently initiate, lead and develop innovative research within the subject area ability to attract external funding in competition ability to supervise and examine at doctoral level and mentor postdoctoral researchers The assessment of pedagogic skills will consider the ability to: plan, conduct and evaluate their own teaching at basic and advanced levels, including doctoral level supervise and examine undergraduate, master level and graduate students convey and implement their pedagogical vision integrate up-to-date research and scientific approaches into teaching The assessment will also consider: ability to develop and manage academic units and staff personal view of leadership ability to communicate and collaborate, ability to collaborate with external stakeholders and society at large dissemination of information on research and development projects The position will be offered to the candidate who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is assessed to be most suitable to carry out and develop the above-mentioned duties and to contribute to the positive development of the organization. Working at SLU: This position offers the vibrant research climate at SLU. The benefits of the position include Swedish family health care provisions, parenting support including generous paid leave of absence policies that allow both parents to care for newborns and toddlers. Additionally, Sweden has a well-established pre-school structure as well as an educational system that provides no-cost education through university studies. Find out more facts and stories about Sweden at http://www.sweden.se. Application deadline: 2026-10-01 Place of work: Umeå Scope: 100% Form of employment: Indefinite-term employment Starting date: By agreement Application: For the guidance of your application, there is SLU's appointment procedure for teachers at SLU and General assessment criteria for the appointment of teachers, which you can https://internt.slu.se/en/support-services/administrative-support/human-resources/rekrytering-till_alla_ovriga_anstallningar/appointment-procedures-for-slu/. Please apply by clicking the apply-button below. Academic union representatives: https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/
Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology is part of the Umeå Plant Science Centre (www.upsc.se). The Umeå Plant Science Centre is one of Europe’s strongest research environments in experimental plant science. Approximately 200 people work within UPSC, including 30 research group leaders. Our core activity is academic research in experimental plant biology, with the goal of understanding all aspects of plants in relation to the environments in which they live Read more about the department at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/organisation/departments/forest-genetics-plant-physiology/ Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/. Subject Area The subject area for the position is plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees. Duties The employee is responsible for developing research in the subject area genomics together with researchers within the faculty and other parts of SLU. The employee shall also contribute to the pedagogic development in the subject area. The research shall encompass both fundamental and applied questions relevant to the subject area and make use of the research infrastructure associated with UPSC. Genomics and so‑called omics technologies shall be central to the research. This means that the employee shall: act in accordance with the vision, goals and values of SLU contribute to the strategic development of the department and the faculty develop and lead internationally successful research in the subject of plant physiology with a focus on RNA biology, primarily in trees publish scientific articles in international journals with peer-review apply for external funding in competition at national and international level supervise doctoral students and mentor postdoctoral researchers lead, develop and participate in teaching and supervision of students at first, second and third cycle level collaborate with researchers within the department, faculty and other parts of SLU, as well as nationally and internationally collaborate and develop regional, national and international networks with the society at large disseminate research findings fulfil administrative tasks within the department, the faculty and the university, including responsibility for budget and staff Swedish and English are used in parallel at the department. The senior lecturer should be able to perform most of their tasks in English. However, as a public authority, the university has Swedish as its main language according to the requirements of the Language Act. Non-Swedish-speaking staff members are expected to, within four years of first being employed, have sufficient knowledge of Swedish to understand information in Swedish. The department will support the holder of the position to achieve this. Qualifications The applicant must: have completed a doctoral degree in a subject area relevant for the position be scientifically skilled within genomics and RNA biology be pedagogically skilled have demonstrated leadership skills have good knowledge of English Assessment criteria The assessment criteria for employment shall primarily apply to the degree of such skill, which is a requirement for eligibility for employment. The assessment of scientific skills will consider: completed research activities and ongoing research within the subject area earlier experience in genomics and RNA biology future research vision within the subject area ability to independently initiate, lead and develop innovative research within the subject area ability to attract external funding in competition ability to supervise and examine at doctoral level and mentor postdoctoral researchers The assessment of pedagogic skills will consider the ability to: plan, conduct and evaluate their own teaching at basic and advanced levels, including doctoral level supervise and examine undergraduate, master level and graduate students convey and implement their pedagogical vision integrate up-to-date research and scientific approaches into teaching The assessment will also consider: ability to develop and manage academic units and staff vision for leadership ability to communicate and collaborate ability to collaborate with external stakeholders and the surrounding society dissemination of information on research and development projects The position will be offered to the candidate who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is assessed to be most suitable to carry out and develop the above-mentioned duties and to contribute to the positive development of the organization. Application deadline: 2026-08-19 Place of work: Umeå Extent: 100% Form of employment: Permanent employment Starting date: By agreement. Application: It is desirable that the application is written in English, as the applications will be assessed by experts both in Sweden and abroad. For the guidance of your application, there is SLU's appointment procedure for teachers at SLU and General assessment criteria for the appointment of teachers, which you can https://internt.slu.se/stod-service/admin-stod/hr-fragor/rekrytering-till_alla_ovriga_anstallningar/anstallning-av-larare/. Please apply by clicking the apply-button below.. Adacemic union representatives: https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/ Working at SLU: This position offers the vibrant research climate at SLU. The benefits of the position include Swedish family health care provisions, parenting support including generous paid leave of absence policies that allow both parents to care for newborns and toddlers. Additionally, Sweden has a well-established pre-school structure as well as an educational system that provides no-cost education through university studies. Find out more facts and stories about Sweden at https://www.sweden.se/. The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.
Help Us Prove a New Standard in Nuclear Fuel Are you a technically sharp, self-driven engineer or scientist who understands how nuclear fuel really behaves - and how to prove it with credible models? Join Blykalla and lead the fuel development and qualification effort that underpins the use of a novel nuclear fuel in an advanced reactor. This role puts you at the center of predicting, validating, and defending fuel behaviour for the western world’s first lead-cooled SMR. You’ll own the delivery of the fuel qualification programme, and strongly influence the development of models and codes that allow for producing regulator-ready evidence to understand our fuel performance. What we do at Blykalla At Blykalla we are developing the next generation of nuclear technology with our Advanced Small Modular Reactor (SMR), based on uranium nitride fuel and a compact, lead-cooled design. As Sweden’s only SMR developer, we are on a mission to decarbonize heavy industry and other energy-intensive sectors and deliver safe, scalable, and sustainable energy. What you’ll get to do Your mission is to ensure that we can predict, explain and justify fuel behaviour with confidence, using validated models, defensible assumptions and traceable data. Build & evolve fuel performance models ● Take ownership of the development, extension, and adaption of fuel performance models for a lead-cooled fast-spectrum operation, with a focus on physical mechanisms rather than black-box use. ● Lead the benchmarking of models against multiple fuel types (including nitride, oxide and metallic fuels) and fuel performance codes, to support comparison, validation, and fallback options. ● Understand and improve model behaviour by analysing why models work, where they break down, and what must be changed for lead-cooled fast spectrum operation. ● Work closely with experimental and design teams to specify experimental testing (in- and out-of-pile) and examinations that generate data relevant for model validation or development. Shape data, experiments, and model credibility ● Define what experimental and operational data are needed to support, challenge, and improve fuel performance models ● Work closely with experimental and design teams to specify irradiation tests and pre- and post-irradiation examinations that generate data relevant for model validation or development ● Integrate data from experiments, literature, and historical programmes to calibrate models, assess validity ranges, and reduce key uncertainties ● Contribute to cross-disciplinary activities between reactor physics, thermal hydraulics, materials, backend, safety and licensing to ensure design coherence, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance. Align modelling with fuel qualification, licensing and industrialisation ● In collaboration with the Head of Fuel and wider fuel team, drive forward the company's advanced fuel qualification and update our plans for how the company will meet them. ● Define, maintain and own the modelling basis used in fuel qualification, including scope, gaps, assumptions, acceptance criteria, and regulatory expectations ● Coordinate with international labs and irradiation facilities to secure the knowledge and services (irradiation, PIE) needed to reach qualification and licensing goals. ● Ensure Blykalla is pro-active in interfacing with regulatory bodies and relevant programs that support advanced fuel qualification/performance modelling (including, but not limited to: SSM, DOE/NRC and IAEA). ● Contribute to the establishment of modelling workflows, documentation, and quality practices that ensure traceability, reproducibility, and regulatory readiness Fuel Design & Development ● With the Head of Fuel and Head of Nuclear Safety, coordinate cross-disciplinary integration of the fuel design between nuclear design, thermal-hydraulics, materials group, fuel experimental and modelling teams to ensure design coherence, consistent modelling assumptions, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance." Technical leadership ● With the Head of Fuel, support the transfer of knowledge and development of the next generation of “subject matter experts” across both fuel performance authorities or cross-disciplinary technical leadership. ● Provide technical mentorship to early career individuals, disseminating your experience and knowledge. Experience & Qualifications ● At least 15-years post-degree experience in nuclear fuel modelling, development and/or qualification. ● Modelling and simulation experience covering code/model modification, development or critical assessment rather than “black-box” use ● Degree, ideally PhD in nuclear engineering, physics, chemistry or a closely related field ● Experience defining and integrating experimental data from irradiation tests, post-irradiation examinations, literature, or historical programmes to support and improve modelling and accelerate fuel qualification ● Ability to define what data and experiments are needed to support model credibility and uncertainty reduction, and to work effectively with experimental and qualification teams ● Demonstrated ability to understand fuel behaviour at the mechanism level and to diagnose why models work, where they fail, and how they must be improved ● Hands-on experience with fuel performance codes such as TRANSURANUS, FRAPCON/FRAPTRAN, BISON, or similar tools, including extending, adapting, or validating models ● Understanding of how modelling contributes to fuel qualification, safety arguments, and regulatory submissions ● Ability to communicate and defend modelling assumptions, limitations, and results in technical discussions with regulators, authorities, and partners ● Fluency in English; Swedish is an advantage ● Willingness to travel within Europe, North America and occasionally beyond ● Eligibility to work with nuclear materials in Sweden Location The position is based in Stockholm. Travel to partner sites and research facilities will be part of the role.