Caroline Millins
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Fully Funded PhD in Biodiversity, Ecological Restoration, and Infectious Disease Risk University of Liverpool in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
This is a fully funded PhD opportunity. Funding includes a stipend and tuition coverage, supported by the NERC-ACCE programme and in partnership with Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. Specific stipend amount is not mentioned.
Deadline
Expired
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Liverpool
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About this position
A fully funded PhD position is available at the University of Liverpool to study the impact of ecological restoration and rewilding on biodiversity and infectious disease risk, with a particular focus on tick-borne diseases. The project aims to develop management tools and guidance for landowners, ensuring that scientific findings can be directly translated into practical decision-making. The successful candidate will work within a large ecological restoration project in partnership with the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, benefiting from a collaborative environment and access to the NERC-ACCE programme's training and networking opportunities.
The research group is described as friendly and supportive, and the project will be supervised by Caroline Millins, Neil Anderson, Simon Tollington, and Andy Fenton. Applicants should have a background in biology, ecology, or environmental science, and an interest in disease ecology and wildlife conservation.
The position is fully funded, covering stipend and tuition, and the application deadline is January 7, 2026. For more information and to apply, candidates should visit the provided project link.
Funding details
This is a fully funded PhD opportunity. Funding includes a stipend and tuition coverage, supported by the NERC-ACCE programme and in partnership with Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. Specific stipend amount is not mentioned.
What's required
Applicants should have a strong background in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field. Interest in ecological restoration, rewilding, and infectious disease ecology is essential. Experience with fieldwork, data analysis, or wildlife management is desirable. No specific GPA, language, or other requirements are mentioned.
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Professors
Senior Lecturer
United Kingdom
Research Interests
Veterinary Pathology
Zoology
Disease Transmission
Disease Ecology
Canine Medicine
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