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University for Continuing Education Krems

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

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Austria

University

University for Continuing Education Krems

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Keywords

Chemistry
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
Earth Science
Freshwater Ecology
Ecological Interactions
Lipidomic
Stable Isotope

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About this position

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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