Viviane Cordovez

Open PhD position in biogeography of plant-associated fungi at NIOO-KNAW and the Terrestrial Ecology Department in Wageningen, the Netherlands. The project focuses on the Galápagos Islands and uses the iconic endemic Scalesia species to study how above- and belowground fungal communities are structured across islands. The research spans fungi ranging from yeasts to mycorrhiza and pathogens , with an emphasis on how these communities influence plant establishment, fitness, and resilience to (a)biotic stress . This opportunity is especially relevant for candidates interested in plant-microbe interactions , microbial ecology , molecular ecology , and ecological theory . The post describes a highly collaborative international environment and suggests a strong fit for applicants who enjoy combining field/ecological questions with molecular approaches. Position level: PhD opening. Institution: Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW), Wageningen, Netherlands. Funding: The vacancy is presented as an open PhD position; no stipend amount or detailed funding package is included in the provided text. Eligibility highlights: Interest in plant-fungal ecology, molecular ecology, and ecological theory. No explicit deadline, language requirement, or degree minimum is stated in the excerpt provided. How to apply: Review the official vacancy page and follow the application instructions there. The LinkedIn post links to the full job details.