Norwegian Institute of Science and Technology
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PhD Candidate in Biodiversity Value Assessment for Energy Transition Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Ecology
Funding
Three-year PhD position funded by NTNU Energy and linked to the VISTA Centre for Norwegian Transformative Energy Policy Development (NOTRAP). Gross salary is normally NOK 580,000 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. The position includes working capital for the project and standard NTNU employee benefits.
Deadline
Nov 13, 2026
Country
Norway
University
Norwegian Institute of Science and Technology
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NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology) is advertising a 3-year PhD Candidate position at the Gjærevoll Centre for Biodiversity Foresight Analyses in Trondheim, Norway. The project sits at the intersection of biodiversity science, spatial ecology, landscape ecology, land use, renewable energy, and social-ecological systems, with a strong focus on assessing biodiversity values in areas affected by the energy transition.
The PhD will explore how biodiversity impacts of energy pathways relate to the perceived importance of natural habitats by local populations. Methods may include ecological fieldwork, biodiversity modelling, participatory and citizen-based mapping, spatial data analysis, and social-ecological systems analysis. The candidate will work primarily at the Gjærevoll Centre and contribute to the NOTRAP centre and NTNU Energy activities.
Eligibility highlights: a Master's degree in ecology or a closely related field; strong academic record; documented quantitative/computational skills; preferably experience with spatial data analysis and biodiversity modelling; good English communication skills. Experience in conservation, nature management, participatory research, interdisciplinary work, and Scandinavian language skills are advantageous.
Funding: the position is funded by NTNU Energy and linked to NOTRAP. Salary is normally NOK 580,000 per year, and the role includes project working capital and standard NTNU employee benefits.
Application deadline: 13 November 2026. Apply online via Jobbnorge and include a cover letter, CV, transcripts and diplomas, thesis or draft thesis, relevant publications, and three referees. If your education was completed abroad, include the required documentation of scope and quality.
Supervisor: Researcher Irja Ida Ratikainen is listed as main supervisor, with an interdisciplinary supervision team from NTNU faculties.
Funding details
Three-year PhD position funded by NTNU Energy and linked to the VISTA Centre for Norwegian Transformative Energy Policy Development (NOTRAP). Gross salary is normally NOK 580,000 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. The position includes working capital for the project and standard NTNU employee benefits.
What's required
Applicants must meet admission requirements for NTNU's Doctoral Programme and have education equivalent to a five-year Norwegian degree programme, including a major independent project of at least 30 ECTS and typically a completed Bachelor's plus 2-year Master's degree. A Master's degree in ecology or a closely related scientific field is required, with a strong academic background and an average grade of B or better on NTNU's scale, or equivalent. Required skills include documented quantitative and computational abilities, preferably in spatial data analysis and biodiversity modelling, plus good oral and written English. Preferred qualifications include understanding of biodiversity, spatial ecology, nature conservation and management, experience with nature management, conservation practice, participatory/community-engaged research, interdisciplinary research, and Norwegian or another Scandinavian language.
How to apply
Apply electronically via Jobbnorge.no. Submit a cover letter, CV, transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees, Master's thesis or draft, any relevant publications or research work, and names/contact information for three referees. If your education was taken abroad, include documentation of scope and quality and any diploma supplement or HK-dir statement.
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