Eawag, Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology
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Master’s thesis on evolutionary dynamics and ecosystem functioning of subarctic lakes in Greenland Eawag, Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology in Switzerland
Degree Level
Master's
Field of study
Ecology
Funding
This is a master’s thesis position at Eawag. The practical work is based at Eawag, Kastanienbaum, with possibilities for subsidized accommodation in shared flats. No stipend, tuition, or salary is mentioned in the post.
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Switzerland
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Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, is offering a Master’s thesis project in freshwater ecology, evolutionary dynamics, biodiversity, and ecosystem functioning focused on subarctic lakes in Greenland.
The project is hosted by the Department of Fish Ecology and Evolution (FishEc) and contributes to a newly funded Swiss National Science Foundation project on eco-evolutionary community assembly in subarctic lake ecosystems. The research context is especially exciting: lakes in Southern Greenland differ in glacial influence, ecosystem development, and fish communities, ranging from fishless systems to lakes containing threespine stickleback, Arctic charr, or both.
Depending on the student’s interests, the thesis may focus on the evolution of stickleback and/or copepods, the community dynamics of littoral macroinvertebrates and/or zooplankton, or broader ecosystem dynamics such as productivity, nutrient cycling, oxygen dynamics, and water transparency. The work may involve processing biological samples and/or analyzing existing environmental datasets. The exact question and methods will be developed jointly with the supervisory team to fit the student’s interests.
The ideal applicant is a motivated master’s student enrolled at a university for the full thesis period. Strong interest in freshwater ecology, biodiversity, or ecosystem functioning is essential, together with good spoken and written English and the ability to work carefully and independently. Experience with R statistical analysis is an advantage, and interest in microscopy and taxonomic identification would be particularly valuable for community-focused work.
The practical work will be based at Eawag, Kastanienbaum (near Luzern), Switzerland. The post notes possibilities for subsidized accommodation in shared flats. The preferred starting date is in spring 2027, though timing is flexible. Applicants from outside Europe may also be considered if the necessary permits for study in Switzerland can be obtained.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, submit a short motivation letter (max. one page) describing your interests, preferred project direction, and timing, together with a CV, via the online application form linked in the announcement. For questions, contact Dr Blake Matthews at [email protected].
Funding details
This is a master’s thesis position at Eawag. The practical work is based at Eawag, Kastanienbaum, with possibilities for subsidized accommodation in shared flats. No stipend, tuition, or salary is mentioned in the post.
What's required
Applicant must be enrolled in a university for the entire thesis duration. The ideal candidate has interests in freshwater ecology, biodiversity, or ecosystem functioning, good spoken and written English, and the ability to work carefully and independently. Experience with statistical analysis in R is an advantage, and interest in microscopy and taxonomic identification is particularly valuable for community-focused projects. Students from outside Europe may be considered if the necessary study permits for Switzerland can be obtained.
How to apply
Prepare a short letter (max. one page) describing your interests, preferred project direction, and timing, plus a CV. Submit the application only through the webpage/application form linked in the post; other application methods will not be considered. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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