PhD Position in Restoring Biodiversity in Dutch Agricultural Grasslands, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  31-Jan-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Salary of € 2,901 to € 3,707 gross per month depending on experience, plus holiday allowance and end-of-the-year bonus

Take the next step in your career by joining the PhD Position in Restoring Biodiversity in Dutch Agricultural Grasslands at University of Groningen for the academic year 2025-2026.

To be eligible for this PhD position, candidates must have a solid academic background in field ecology, conservation, environmental sciences, or related disciplines, with a minimum of a Master’s degree. Strong analytical, field ecology, and communication skills are required, along with a commitment to transdisciplinary research.

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Information

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Grants

PhD Position in Restoring Biodiversity in Dutch Agricultural Grasslands, Netherlands Founded in 1614, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (University of Groningen) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Groningen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RUG) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RUG) 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 405 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: International applicants
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is available for a PhD position in the field of ecology, conservation, environmental sciences, or related areas.
  • Admissible Criteria:
  • Applicants must have a solid background in field ecology, conservation, or environmental sciences (MSc level).
  • Strong analytical and field ecology skills are required.
  • Excellent social skills for communication with stakeholders and within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to transdisciplinary research.
  • Proficiency in English, with a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 90 or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of agro-ecological systems and key species groups is a plus.

Offered Benefits

  • A competitive salary, starting at € 2,901 per month.
  • Holiday allowance and an end-of-the-year bonus over the annual salary.
  • Full-time position for four years, with a possible renewal contingent on performance.
  • Access to a comprehensive PhD training program as part of the Graduate School of the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply through the university’s application form before 13 February 2025, 11:59 pm (CET), and also submit an Expression of Interest form by 31 January 2025, 14:00 pm (CET). The required documents include:

  • A letter of motivation
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Contact information for three academic referees

Application details are available on the University of Groningen website.

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