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PhD Position: Movement Ecology Radboud University in Netherlands

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PhD

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Environmental Science

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Available

Deadline

Dec 13, 2026

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Netherlands

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Radboud University

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Biology
Remote Sensing
Geography
Hydrology
Avian Biology
Ecological Modeling
Movement Ecology
Statistics
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PhD Position: Movement Ecology at Radboud University in the Netherlands.

This PhD project studies how climate change and freshwater availability shape the year-round movements of migratory waterbirds, using the greater white-fronted goose (Anser albifrons) as a model species. The project connects a unique long-term individual tracking dataset with remote sensing products to examine how geese respond to snow cover, freshwater availability, breeding success, and changing temperatures across breeding, migration, and wintering periods.

The research is embedded in an ecological and quantitative research setting and builds on GPS tracks from more than 200 individuals collected since 2013, with the dataset continuing to expand. The successful candidate will curate and analyse GPS tracking data, integrate them with remotely sensed environmental datasets, and develop statistical models to understand the ecological processes underlying movement decisions and habitat use.

Core research questions include how geese adjust movement decisions in response to environmental conditions in Arctic summer ranges, which water bodies are used for resting during autumn migration, and how temperature affects freshwater roost availability and winter movement patterns. The project aims to fill important knowledge gaps on the role of water bodies throughout the annual cycle, especially beyond spring migration.

The position includes participation in BSc and MSc teaching activities, with a teaching load of up to 10% of working time. This is therefore a good fit for candidates interested in combining ecological research, quantitative analysis, and some teaching experience.

Eligibility and fit: the advertisement emphasizes skills in GPS data curation, remote sensing integration, and statistical modelling. A strong background or interest in ecology, movement ecology, avian ecology, environmental data analysis, or related quantitative life-science research would be highly relevant.

Application deadline: 2026-12-13.

Apply via: the AcademicTransfer link provided in the posting.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants should be able to curate and analyse GPS tracking data, integrate remotely sensed environmental datasets, and develop statistical models. The position includes BSc and MSc teaching activities with a teaching load of up to 10% of working time. No specific degree grade, language test, or prior experience requirements are stated in the provided text, but a strong fit with ecology, movement ecology, data analysis, and quantitative research is implied.

How to apply

Apply via the AcademicTransfer application link provided. Submit your application before the deadline of 2026-12-13. Follow the application instructions on the vacancy page and ensure all required documents are uploaded there.

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