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Oskar Glowacki

7 months ago

PhD Opportunities in Glaciology, Oceanography, and Remote Sensing at Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences in Poland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

The PhD positions are fully funded by the Polish National Science Centre (NCN) under the project 'Studying glacier/ocean interactions using a natural laboratory of Hornsund fjord, Svalbard.' The scholarship is 5000 PLN gross (approx. 3690 PLN net) per month for years I–II and 6500 PLN gross (approx. 4800 PLN net) per month for years III–IV, after mid-term evaluation. The scholarship is paid for 48 months and includes both a doctoral scholarship and an NCN research scholarship.

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Expired

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Poland

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Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
Geography
Glaciology
Earth Science
Oceanography

About this position

Two fully funded PhD positions are available at the Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland, as part of the project 'Studying glacier–ocean interactions using the natural laboratory of Hornsund Fjord, Svalbard.' The research focuses on interdisciplinary topics in glaciology, oceanography, and remote sensing, with an emphasis on ice–ocean interactions in the High Arctic. The first PhD project will analyze glacier calving and submarine melting mechanisms, while the second will study variability in ice conditions across glacier bays using satellite and time-lapse data. Both projects involve fieldwork at the Polish Polar Station Hornsund, participation in international conferences, and collaboration with global partners.

The positions are funded by the Polish National Science Centre (NCN), with a total project budget of 3.5 million PLN. The scholarship provides 5000 PLN gross per month for the first two years and 6500 PLN gross per month for the final two years, contingent on a mid-term evaluation. The program is part of the International Environmental Doctoral School (IEDS) associated with the Centre for Polar Studies at the University of Silesia in Katowice.

Applicants must have a master's degree in a relevant field and will be evaluated based on scientific achievements, research experience, and competence. The selection process includes a preliminary evaluation and an interview, where candidates present their achievements and motivation. Required documents include an application form, cover letter, CV, list of scientific achievements, ORCID number, and a copy of the master's diploma. Registration is through the IRK online system, and documents must be submitted by April 17, 2026. For scientific inquiries, contact [email protected]; for application questions, contact [email protected].

Key research areas: glaciology, oceanography, remote sensing, Arctic studies, ice-ocean interactions, glacier calving, submarine melting, satellite data analysis, and environmental mapping. The project offers a unique opportunity to work in an international research environment and contribute to understanding climate-related processes in polar regions.

Funding details

The PhD positions are fully funded by the Polish National Science Centre (NCN) under the project 'Studying glacier/ocean interactions using a natural laboratory of Hornsund fjord, Svalbard.' The scholarship is 5000 PLN gross (approx. 3690 PLN net) per month for years I–II and 6500 PLN gross (approx. 4800 PLN net) per month for years III–IV, after mid-term evaluation. The scholarship is paid for 48 months and includes both a doctoral scholarship and an NCN research scholarship.

What's required

Applicants must hold a master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Earth sciences, environmental science, geography, oceanography, or related disciplines). Candidates are evaluated based on scientific achievements, research experience, and competence for the project. The process includes a preliminary evaluation of submitted scientific achievements, followed by an interview assessing qualifications, English proficiency, and motivation. Candidates must present a 10-minute talk on their achievements. A minimum of 50% of points is required for admission. Required documents include an application form, cover letter, CV, list of scientific achievements, ORCID number, information on scientific discipline, consents, and a copy of the master's diploma.

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