Postdoctoral position

Department of Clinical Sciences

We are looking for a motivated postdoctoral position who is interested in compiling and evaluating how physical activity can improve the health and well-being of sports and companion animals, as well as what upcoming technologies and training are needed for good animal health care. You will be part of an international and interdisciplinary research group in veterinary rehabilitation.

Project description

Physical activity can contribute to, but also threaten health and well-being, depending on how it is organized. The interdisciplinary project offers a unique opportunity to explore fundamental questions about physical activity for sports and companion animals, to be able to provide future recommendations for a healthy life. In addition, the project provides an opportunity to study training in pain assessment and investigate which technologies are relevant for future animal health care. As a postdoctoral position in the project, you will conduct analyses of published data or via data collections in collaboration with experts from other European countries.

Your background

We are looking for a motivated researcher with a PhD in veterinary medicine or a related field. The candidate should preferably have previous experience with statistical tools and methods for analyzing published research data, such as meta-analyses or systematic literature reviews, and good communication skills in written and spoken English.

In the recruitment process, we will place great emphasis on the candidates' interest in the field, as well as personal qualities, teamwork, accuracy and independence.

About us

The position is located at the Department of Clinical Sciences at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) in Uppsala, Sweden. The postdoctoral fellow will join a research environment with an extensive national and international network focusing on physical activity and veterinary rehabilitation. Active dissemination, outreach activities and close contacts with stakeholders in society are important activities. Based on national and international research collaborations, research and communication that promotes good animal health are conducted.

Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/

Location:

Uppsala

Employment type:

Postdoctoral. Fixed-term employment 24 months

Scope:

100%

Entry:

September 2026, or by agreement

Application:

The selection of applicants will be based on the written application and interviews. We prefer that the application is in English. It should contain a description of your current research interests, your expertise and other activities that are relevant to the position. Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as the ability to collaborate.

Welcome with your application via the application button below no later than 2026-06-26

Union contact persons:

https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/

Contact person: Anna Bergh

Anna.Bergh@slu.se

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development of 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 social development and good living conditions on our planet. The main locations are Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, experimental parks and educational locations throughout the country. SLU has just over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campuses. We work for an equal and inclusive work environment where open conversations between people with different experiences lay the foundation for science, creativity and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.