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PhD International Scholarships in High-resolution Water Resource Modeling, Netherlands

PhD International Scholarships in High-resolution Water Resource Modeling, Netherlands

Utrecht University is looking for an enthusiastic PhD candidate interested in applying hydrological models. It has therefore launched the PhD Scholarships in High-resolution Water Resource Modeling to Better Quantify Human Water Interactions within Europe for the academic year 2022-2023.

This scholarship is an ideal opportunity for students who know/have experience in handling large-scale (hydrological) datasets. Students must be a team player holding an MSc degree in Earth Sciences, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. Selected candidates will be provided a stipend of up to €3,122 for up to 4 years and a few other additional benefits.

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Utrecht University ranked 1st in the Netherlands and 52nd in the world as of 2020, is a public research university. Utrecht is among Europe’s leading research universities, recognized internationally for its high-quality, innovative approach to research and teaching.

Why study at Utrecht University? Utrecht University is working towards a better world by researching complex issues beyond the borders of disciplines and putting thinkers in contact with doers to apply new insights. Students at Utrecht University are also privileged to study at one of the world’s best universities and gain the best education.

Application Deadline: Students can apply until 30th June 2022.

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Utrecht University
  • Department: Faculty of Geosciences
  • Course Level: PhD
  • Award: €3,122
  • Number of Awards: NA
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Nationality: International
  • The award can be taken in the Netherlands.

PhD International Scholarships in High-resolution Water Resource Modeling, Netherlands

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All international and domestic students are eligible to apply.
  • Eligible Course or Subjects: Students can apply for a PhD programme at the Faculty of Geosciences of Utrecht University
  • Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
  • affinity with numerical modeling.
  • Prior knowledge/experience in handling large-scale (hydrological) datasets.
  • The ability to work in a team.
  • You have an interest in global water and sustainability challenges and are enthusiastic about working with global datasets and models. You are a team player and will be part of a multidisciplinary team with the larger SOS-WATER project and supported locally by scientific and technical support staff. Together with the team, you will work on making large-scale hydrological models available at fine resolutions to be implemented in local assessments while still benefiting from the global applicability. Your focus will be on improving the existing PCR-GLOBWB model that is developed in Utrecht and together with our partners in Europe provide high-resolution water simulations that include dynamic human water interactions (e.g., abstraction for irrigation, industry, households).

How to Apply

  • How to Apply: Students must complete and submit the Utrecht University Application Form. All eligible applicants will be considered automatically.
  • Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
  • Letter of motivation
  • CV
  • Contact details of two referees
  • Copy of Master’s diploma
  • Admission Requirements: The applicants must have an MSc in Earth Sciences, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Language Requirement: The students must have demonstrable English language proficiency, both oral and writing.

Benefits

The Utrecht University will provide the selected candidates a monthly gross salary for four years, starting at €2,443 in the first year and €3,122 in the fourth year of employment. In addition, the students will also be awarded an 8% holiday bonus, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and a pension scheme partially paid parental leave.

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