SDU International PhD Positionsin Estuaries and Coastal Areas, Denmark

  •  PhD
  •  28-Jun-2021
  •   Denmark
  • $$  Salary

Would you like to study in Denmark? Make your dream come true by applying for the International PhD Positionsin Estuaries and Coastal Areas funded by the University of Southern Denmark.

The main aim of this award is to provide financial support to high-achieving domestic and international students who want to pursue a PhD degree program at SDU.

Syddansk Universitet Information

Syddansk Universitet Grants

SDU International PhD Positionsin Estuaries and Coastal Areas, Denmark Founded in 1966, Syddansk Universitet (University of Southern Denmark) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Odense (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Region of Southern Denmark. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Esbjerg, Kolding, Slagelse, Sønderborg. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Syddansk Universitet (SDU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Syddansk Universitet (SDU) 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 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Candidates all around the world can apply for this programme.
  • Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree programme in the Role of Multiple Marine Measures for Improving Environmental Conditions in Estuaries and Coastal Areas
  • Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
  • Must be familiar with the maritime port/ship industry and have a committed passion for exploration and sustainability.
  • Must have degrees of MSc in Management of Operations, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Marine, Logistics or equivalents (Danish M.A.)
  • Must be comfortable with data science, statistics, AI and programming languages and willingness to learn new if needed
  • Comfortable with data science, statistics, AI and programming languages and willingness to learn new if needed
  • Experience with building and executing quantitative models in business / industrial settings will be an advantage
  • Comfortable working both independently and within an international team
  • Willingness to do applied science and support project team, industrial partners and overall research project progress
  • Interested in longer-term commitment to a growing research group
  • Comfortable to work with students and to contribute to teaching/supervision of (master) students

Offered Benefits

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement on salaried PhD scholars between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

Application Process

  • How to Apply: To be eligible for the opportunity, candidates must take admission in a PhD degree program at the University of Southern Denmark. All applicants must consequently apply online.
  • Supporting Documents: You must submit all required documents:
  • A research proposal/description of your approach to the above project (max one page excluding references)
  • A letter stating your specific interest, motivation, and qualifications for the project in question (max. two pages) (please attach this under box “Application form”)
  • Detailed CV, including personal contact information
  • Copies of diplomas, Bachelor as well as Master’s degree, including a transcript of notes/grades
  • At least two signed reference letters.
  • Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet the admission requirement to apply for the PhD International Position at the University of Southern Denmark.
  • Language Requirement: Applicants must be fluent in English, both spoken and written.
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