The DryVe project at the University of Tuscia, led by Prof. Flavia Tauro, is offering three fully funded PhD positions (3 years) and two postdoctoral fellowships (2 years) in the fields of hydroclimatology, remote sensing, AI-based modelling, and ecohydrology. Supported by the Italian Science Fund (FIS3), DryVe investigates the long-term impact of recurring dryness on forest vegetation's water management strategies, distinguishing between atmospheric dryness and transient drought. The research aims to understand how increasing evaporative demand affects forest water and carbon fluxes globally, integrating advanced monitoring and modelling approaches aligned with MOXXI’s mission for innovation in hydrological sciences under non-stationary climate conditions.

Applicants should have a strong background in environmental science, earth science, hydrology, ecohydrology, or related disciplines. PhD candidates are expected to hold a master's degree, while postdoctoral applicants must have completed a PhD. Experience or interest in hydroclimatology, remote sensing, AI-based modelling, or forest water/carbon fluxes is highly desirable. The positions are fully funded, covering stipend and likely tuition and research expenses, with PhD appointments lasting three years and postdoctoral fellowships for two years.

To apply, candidates should prepare a single PDF containing their CV and a two-page statement, and send it to Prof. Flavia Tauro at [email protected]. The postdoctoral application deadline is March 31, 2026, with rolling review, and the PhD program starts on November 1, 2026. For more information, refer to the project announcement or contact the supervisor directly.

Key research areas include hydroclimatology, remote sensing, AI-based modelling, ecohydrology, forest water management, carbon fluxes, drought, climate change, and hydrological monitoring. The University of Tuscia, located in Viterbo, Italy, provides a dynamic research environment for interdisciplinary studies in environmental and earth sciences.