Fully funded PhD Position in Extreme Precipitation Under Climate Change in Tropical South America, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  04-Aug-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Fully funded PhD position with a gross salary starting at €2,901 per month, rising to €3,707 in the fourth year

Wageningen University & Research is pleased to announce Fully funded PhD Position in Extreme Precipitation Under Climate Change in Tropical South America for a overseas candidates.

To be eligible for this PhD position, applicants must have a completed or soon-to-be-completed MSc degree in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or a related field. They should possess strong programming skills (preferably in Python) or be willing to acquire them, and have an interest in extreme precipitation and climate change processes.

Wageningen Universiteit Information

Wageningen Universiteit Grants

Fully funded PhD Position in Extreme Precipitation Under Climate Change in Tropical South America, Netherlands Founded in 1918, Wageningen Universiteit (Wageningen University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium-sized town of Wageningen (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Gelderland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Wageningen Universiteit (WU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Wageningen Universiteit (WU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, or related fields offered by Wageningen University

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Have completed or be close to completing an MSc degree in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or a related field

    • Have strong programming skills (e.g., Python) or a willingness to learn

    • Demonstrate a curiosity for climate-related processes and extreme precipitation

    • Be proficient in English at C1 level (proof may be required)

    • Show motivation, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively

Offered Benefits

  • A four-year fully funded PhD position

  • Gross monthly salary starting at €2,901 and increasing to €3,707 by the fourth year

  • A tailored course program through the WIMEK Graduate School

  • Potential research stay in South America

  • Access to excellent research facilities and international collaborations

  • Partially paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements, and vitality support programs

  • Strong support for international applicants, including visa and relocation assistance

  • A vibrant, green, and innovative campus environment voted the best in the Netherlands for 20 years

Application Process

To apply, visit the Wageningen University & Research website and submit your CV and motivation letter in PDF format via the application button. Only applications submitted through the official website will be considered.

Interviews Scheduled: September 8, 2025

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