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PhD Stipends in Climate Change and Arctic Terrestrial Ecosystem Responses at Aalborg University Aalborg University in Denmark

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

PhD stipend for 3 years within a research project; employment terms and salary follow Danish university and collective agreement regulations. The stipend is part of the project funding and is available from 01.01.2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

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Denmark

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Aalborg University

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Keywords

Chemistry
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
Zoology
Earth Science
Biogeochemistry
Arctic Studies
Nutrient Cycling
Soil Microbiology
Carbon Cycling
Statistics
Cambio Climático

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PhD opportunity at Aalborg University, Denmark in climate change, Arctic ecosystems, terrestrial ecology, biogeochemistry, and ecosystem modeling.

The Department of Chemistry and Bioscience at Aalborg University is advertising a 3-year PhD stipend in the project “From Catchment to Coast”, titled “Predicting terrestrial ecosystem responses to changing Arctic catchments.” The project investigates how climate warming alters terrestrial ecosystem structure and biogeochemical processes, and how these changes affect downstream freshwater and marine environments.

Research topics include changes in temperature, precipitation, snow cover, soil moisture, and seasonality; responses of vegetation, invertebrates, soils, and microbial communities; and impacts on carbon and nutrient cycling across a climate gradient in Greenland. Methods may include automated weather station data, vegetation and invertebrate observations, soil measurements, DNA barcoding, drones, and automated imagery/video systems.

The position is part of a collaboration between Aalborg University, Aarhus University, and the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources. The project seeks three PhD students who will define their PhD science program with their supervisors and participate in field campaigns in South Greenland, with time spent at the participating institutions.

Eligibility highlights: a relevant master’s degree in biology is required; field experience, data analysis, and programming skills (R, Python, MATLAB, etc.) are preferred; strong English communication skills are mandatory. The PhD student must enroll in the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science, complete 30 ECTS of PhD courses, contribute to teaching or dissemination, and undertake an external research stay outside Aalborg University, preferably 3–6 months at a foreign research institution.

How to apply: submit an application, CV, 1–2 page project description, diplomas with grades, and other relevant documents through Aalborg University’s recruitment system. Contact Associate Professor Simon Bahrndorff for questions about the position.

Funding details

PhD stipend for 3 years within a research project; employment terms and salary follow Danish university and collective agreement regulations. The stipend is part of the project funding and is available from 01.01.2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

What's required

Applicants must hold a relevant master's degree in biology. Preferred qualifications include field experience, data analysis skills, and programming skills such as R, Python, or MATLAB. Strong oral and written English communication skills are mandatory. Candidates should be team players and be willing to participate in field campaigns in South Greenland, collaborate across institutions, and complete PhD coursework, teaching/dissemination activities, and an external research stay.

How to apply

Prepare an application with a motivation letter, CV, 1–2 page project description, diplomas with grades, and other relevant documents. Submit the application through Aalborg University’s recruitment system via the job advertisement on the university website.

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