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Christina Bogner

8 months ago

PhD in Microplastic Dynamics in Soils (Environmental Science, Geosciences) at University of Cologne University of Cologne in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Geology

Funding

The scholarship is funded by the DAAD for up to 4 years and includes a monthly instalment of €1,400, a travel allowance, payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance, a research allowance (€460/year for DAC List countries, €260/year for others), possible rent subsidy (€50–125/month), family allowances (€200 per child, €275 marriage), disability subsidies, a preparatory German language course if applicable, and a material resources and supervision allowance of €1,000/year.

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Expired

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Germany

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University of Cologne

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Keywords

Geology
Environmental Science
Soil Science
Earth Science
Microplastic

About this position

The University of Cologne is offering a DAAD-funded PhD opportunity focused on microplastic dynamics in soils, anchored in the CRC 1357 Microplastics (Subproject B06). The research will investigate microplastic transport at key environmental interfaces, including soils, rivers, urban systems, and the soil–atmosphere boundary. This project is part of the Graduate School of Geosciences (GSGS) and is supported by the Graduate School Scholarship Programme (GSSP) of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).

Two international doctoral candidates will be selected to pursue their research closely related to ongoing projects within the working group of a Cologne Geoscientist. The scholarship provides comprehensive funding for up to four years, including a monthly stipend of €1,400, travel allowance, health and liability insurance, research allowance, and additional benefits such as rent and family subsidies. The program also offers a preparatory German language course and support for research phases abroad, provided these do not exceed 25% of the total funding period.

Applicants should have a strong academic background in geosciences, environmental science, or related fields, and propose a research project aligned with the group’s focus on microplastic transport and environmental interfaces. The deadline for applications is 31 January 2026, and further details, including the application process and eligibility guidelines, can be found on the GSGS website.

This is an excellent opportunity for international students interested in environmental science, soil science, and the study of microplastics to join a leading research group at the University of Cologne and benefit from generous DAAD funding and academic support.

Funding details

The scholarship is funded by the DAAD for up to 4 years and includes a monthly instalment of €1,400, a travel allowance, payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance, a research allowance (€460/year for DAC List countries, €260/year for others), possible rent subsidy (€50–125/month), family allowances (€200 per child, €275 marriage), disability subsidies, a preparatory German language course if applicable, and a material resources and supervision allowance of €1,000/year.

What's required

Applicants must be international doctoral candidates with a research project closely related to ongoing research in the working group of a Cologne Geoscientist. Specific academic background in geosciences, environmental science, or related fields is expected. No explicit mention of language tests, GPA, or other requirements in the provided content.

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Research Interests

Sedimentology

Hydrology

Microplastics Research

Microplastic

Freshwater Ecology