PhD Positions in Dendroecology: Embark on a research journey in dendroecology, growth modeling, and forest ecology! Charles University in Prague invites applications for four fully funded Ph.D. positions in the dynamic working group of Dendroecology. The positions, starting from October 2024, are part of two research projects focusing on the effects of climate change on various forest ecosystems using dendrochronology, wood anatomy, and modeling techniques.
Designation: PhD Candidate
Research Area: Dendroecology, Growth Modeling, and Forest Ecology
Location: Department of Physical Geography and Geoecology, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree/diploma in a relevant field (ecology, geography, biology, forestry, biostatistics, environmental sciences).
- Proficient in spoken and written English.
- Advantageous: Previous experience with dendrochronology, wood anatomy, tree growth monitoring, laboratory processing of wood samples, and proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Matlab).
Job Description: The successful candidates will be part of international projects funded by the research excellence programme (“Georisks”) and the Czech Science Foundation (“Quantifying the effects of phenology, growth rate, and growth occurrence for annual wood formation”). Responsibilities may include fieldwork, labwork, and collaborations. Each position is linked to a specific research focus, detailed in the provided links.
How to Apply: Applications must be submitted through the STARS website, where additional details on individual topics are available. The deadline for application is March 13, 2024. Selected candidates will be invited to online interviews in March and April. Final decisions will be announced by the end of April.
Last Date for Apply: 13 March 2024
Disclaimer: This job post is sourced from a reliable channel. Applicants are encouraged to verify details and check for updates on the official STARS website. The information provided here is based on the available data and may be subject to change. For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Jelena Lange (langej@natur.cuni.cz), Dr. Jan Tumajer (jan.tumajer@natur.cuni.cz), or Dr. Václav Treml (treml@natur.cuni.cz).
