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International PhD Position in Global Carbon Cycle and Wildfire Emissions, Netherlands

Wageningen University & Research has initiated a fantastic program named International PhD Position in Global Carbon Cycle and Wildfire Emissions for the academic year of 2024-2025.

This program aims to attract talented international students commencing full-time PhD positions at the university. The appointed candidate will be offered a salary starting from €2,770 per month in the first year, rising to €3,539 per month in the fourth year, based on a full-time working week of 38 hours.

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The Wageningen University & Research is a public university in Wageningen, Netherlands, specializing in technical and engineering subjects and is an important center for life sciences and agricultural research. Discovered in a region of the Netherlands known as the Food Valley and established in 1918, it has approximately 12,000 students from more than 100 countries.

Application Deadline: 13 May 2024

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Wageningen University & Research
  • Department: Meteorology and Air Quality group
  • Course Level: PhD
  • Award: Fully funded position
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: NA
  • Nationality: Open to all nationalities
  • The award can be taken in: Netherlands

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: Any subject offered by Wageningen University & Research
  • Admissible Criteria: Applicants must:
  • Have recently completed a Master’s degree in a related field such as environmental sciences, physics, or computer sciences.
  • Demonstrate intermediate statistical and mathematical skills.
  • Possess a team player attitude and enjoy multidisciplinary science.
  • Have good writing skills and fluency in English language.
  • Be available from September 2024 onwards or sooner.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly using the “apply” button on the vacancy page on the Wageningen University & Research website. Application deadline is May 13, 2024. Job interviews are scheduled for May 21 and 22, 2024.

Benefits

  • Fully funded PhD position with a gross salary starting from €2,770 per month in the first year, rising to €3,539 per month in the fourth year, based on a full-time working week of 38 hours.
  • Partially paid parental leave and flexible working hours for better work-life balance.
  • Option to accrue additional compensation/holiday hours by working more, up to 40 hours per week.
  • December bonus of 8.3%.
  • Excellent pension scheme.
  • Access to sports facilities on campus.
  • Tailored course program.
  • Opportunity for personal advancement and mobility within the organization.
  • Assistance with Dutch immigration procedures for international candidates and their families.
  • Support and information for international employees regarding housing, schooling, and partner employment.
  • Possibility of tax exemption on part of salary for certain categories of international staff during the first five years in the Netherlands.

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