University for Continuing Education Krems
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PhD in Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology and Stable Isotope/Lipid Analysis at University for Continuing Education Krems University for Continuing Education Krems in Austria
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Fully funded for 3 years. Project FRESH is funded by the Lower Austrian Science Fund.
Deadline
Oct 31, 2026
Country
Austria
University
University for Continuing Education Krems

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PhD opening in Krems, Austria at the Research Lab for Aquatic Ecosystems and Health, University for Continuing Education Krems (Danube University), under Prof. Martin J. Kainz (PI).
The project, FRESH, is funded by the Lower Austrian Science Fund and focuses on aquatic food web ecology, especially trophic interactions in freshwater pond food webs. The research investigates how algae, zooplankton, and fish respond to environmental and dietary changes.
Methods include tracking diet pathways using stable isotopes and lipids, with a combination of field work in northern Austria and controlled feeding experiments. Analytical techniques mentioned include GC-C/P-IRMS, MALDI, EA-IRMS for compound-specific stable hydrogen isotopes of fatty acids, and organ-specific lipid identification.
Applicants should have prior training in aquatic food web ecology. The position is fully funded for 3 years, with enrolment early 2027.
Deadline: 31 October 2026.
How to apply: Send a single PDF containing (1) academic background, career goals and motivation, (2) CV with published papers, and (3) contact information for 3 references to Prof. Martin Kainz at [email protected].
Funding details
Fully funded for 3 years. Project FRESH is funded by the Lower Austrian Science Fund.
What's required
Prior training in aquatic food web ecology is requested. Applicants should have an academic background and be prepared to work on freshwater pond food webs, stable isotope and lipid methods, field work, and controlled feeding experiments.
How to apply
Prepare a single PDF including your academic background, career goals and motivation, CV with published papers, and contact information for 3 references. Send it to Prof. Martin Kainz by email.
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