PhD Fellowships in Arctic Zooplankton Diversity Related to Functional Traits in Norway

  •  Fellowship, PhD
  •  15-Aug-2022
  •   Norway
  • $$  Salary

The Faculty of Biosciences, Fisheries and Economics is pleased to offer PhD fellowships in Arctic Zooplankton Diversity Related to Functional Traits at UiT The Arctic University of Norway for the academic year 2022/2023.

The aim of PhD project will focus on the diversity of functional traits to understand the dynamics of Arctic zooplankton by analyzing functional traits for existing data on Arctic zooplankton communities collected within the Nansen Legacy and ECO TIP projects. Developing a model to gain knowledge on how copepod traits and the environment.

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Summary

Beneficial offer for applicants to complete your studies in Norway.The University of Tromsø and The Arctic University of Norway is a state university in Norway and the world’s northernmost university. Located in Tromsø, Norway, it was established by an act of parliament in 1968 and opened in 1972. It is one of ten universities in Norway. The University of Tromsø is the largest research and educational institution in Northern Norway and the sixth-largest university in Norway.

Why study at UiT, the Arctic University of Norway? UiT Norway’s Arctic University is a broad-based university contributing to knowledge-based development regionally, nationally and internationally. The Arctic University of Norway is ranked 351 in the World University Rankings by Times Higher education. It has an overall score of 3.7 stars, according to student reviews on Studyportals and living experiences at universities from all over the world.

UiT Norges arktiske universitet Information

UiT Norges arktiske universitet Grants

PhD Fellowships in Arctic Zooplankton Diversity Related to Functional Traits in Norway Established in 1968, UiT Norges arktiske universitet (UiT The Arctic University of Norway) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Tromsø (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Troms. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Alta. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Kunnskapsdepartementet, Norge (Ministry of Education, Norway), UiT Norges arktiske universitet (UiT) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. UiT Norges arktiske universitet (UiT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 51 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Norwegian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities
  • Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree in Arctic Zooplankton Diversity Related to Functional Traits offered by the university
  • Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
  • A bachelor’s degree of 180 ECTS, a master’s degree of 120 ECTS, or an integrated master’s degree of 300 ECTS.
  • A master’s thesis with a scope corresponding to at least 30 ECTS for a master’s degree of 120 ECTS.
  • A master’s thesis with a scope corresponding to at least 20 ECTS for an integrated master’s degree of 300 ECTS.

Offered Benefits

The university will provide all the following benefits:

  • Involvement in an interesting research project
  • Good career opportunities
  • A good academic environment with dedicated colleagues
  • Flexible working hours and a state collective pay agreement
  • Pension scheme through the state pension fund

Application Process

  • How to Apply: To be eligible for this opportunity, applicants need to take admitted to PhD degree at the UiT Arctic University of Norway. After being enrolled, applicants can  apply for this job.
  • Supporting Documents: Applicants must include the supporting documents:
  • Cover letter explaining your motivation and research interests
  • CV
  • Diploma for bachelor’s and master’s degree
  • Transcript of grades/academic record for bachelor’s and master’s degree
  • Explanation of the grading system for foreign education
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • 1-3 references with contact information
  • Master’s thesis and any other academic works
  • Project description (max. two pages excl. literature references)
  •  Admission Requirements: A Master’s degree or equivalent in biology, marine biology, biological oceanography, marine science or related area quantitative background in analytical and statistical methods
  • Language Requirement:  Applicants must document fluency in English and be able to work in an international environment.
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