The position is for two years, with possible extension for another two years.
Priority is given to applicants who acquired their PhD degree within the last five years.
In filling the position the main criterion will be the scientific proficiency of the applicant. The Evolutionary Biology Center was established in 1999. There are very active research programs in ecology, genetics, systematics, molecular biology and related fields at Uppsala, and the center offers excellent conditions for interactions across disciplines. The written account and the lists should also be attested. If the application is sent by fax it should be followed by a signed application as soon as possible.