Junior Professor (Tenure Track) in Forest Ecology and Multifunctional Forest Management

Academic Positions

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden
full-time
Posted June 15, 2026

Job Description

In the Science, Engineering and Technology Group of KU Leuven, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Division Forest, Nature and Landscape, there is a full-time academic vacancy for a junior professor in the area of Forest Ecology and Multifunctional Forest Management in Leuven (Campus Arenberg). We are looking for internationally oriented candidates with an excellent research record and educational competence within the field of forest ecology and management.

Forests are crucial for maintaining biodiversity, regulating climate, and providing wood and other resources for our society. Research in forest ecology and multifunctional forest management helps us grasp the complex interactions within these ecosystems and is vital to developing sustainable practices that balance environmental health with human needs. Protecting and expanding forests through informed management ensures their benefits for future generations. The successful c...