Wageningen University & Research is providing a Fully funded PhD Position in Behaviour and Environmental Fate of Ionizable Pollutants for talented and motivated students.
The PhD position is part of the SOILPROM project, which aims to advance pollutant transport and fate models assessing the impact of soil pollution on ecosystem services and support sustainable land management strategies.
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( votes)Wageningen University & Research is a leading global institution specializing in life sciences, with a focus on agriculture, food, and the environment. It consists of Wageningen University and several research institutes under the Wageningen Research foundation. It is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world for its academic programs and research impact in its areas of expertise.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Wageningen University & Research
- Department: Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA) Team
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Fully funded
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in: the Netherlands
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the university, with a focus on environmental sciences, soil sciences, ecology, biology, or related fields.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold an MSc degree in a relevant discipline (environmental sciences, soil sciences, ecology, biology, or a related field) from an internationally recognized two-year master’s program.
- Demonstrate experience in experimental research and translating observations into mathematical models.
- Have an affinity with soil chemistry, pollutant transport, and plant physiology.
- Show a basic interest in programming (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB).
- Possess good interpersonal skills and be a pleasant team player.
- Exhibit good writing skills and at least C1 level communication skills in English.
How to Apply
To apply, candidates must follow the application procedure outlined on the vacancy page of the Wageningen University & Research website. The application must be submitted by 12 August 2024. The selected PhD candidate is expected to start on 1 October 2024. For more information about the position, applicants can contact Louise Wipfler at +31 6 12343231 or via email at [email protected]. For procedural inquiries, contact Noorien Abbas at [email protected].
Benefits
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment, including:
- Discussable working hours for optimal work-life balance.
- Options for accruing additional compensation hours.
- Sabbatical, study, and partially paid parental leave.
- Access to sports facilities on campus for a small fee.
- A fixed December bonus of 8.3% and an excellent pension scheme.
- A gross salary starting at €2629 per month in the first year, rising to €3360 per month in the fourth year.
- A temporary contract for 18 months, extendable based on performance for the duration of the project.
- Training opportunities and a unique position in an international environment with a supportive and open working atmosphere.
- Support for international employees regarding visa applications, housing, and integration into the Dutch community, along with potential tax exemptions.