Maastricht University, Faculty of Science & Engineering, Department of System Earth Science (Brightlands Campus Venlo) is offering a PhD position in Soil Microbial Ecology and Greenhouse Gas Fluxes. The successful candidate will investigate how soil nutrients and labile carbon influence microbial processes that regulate greenhouse gas and volatile organic emissions. The research will involve a combination of fieldwork, greenhouse experiments, soil microbiome profiling, and the analysis of volatile organic compounds. The ideal applicant will have a Master's degree in ecology, soil science, environmental science, or a related discipline, with strong field and laboratory skills and experience in R programming and data analysis. The position is based in Venlo, The Netherlands, and offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on the role of soil microbes in climate-relevant processes. The application deadline is December 7, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit the provided link.