Four-Year PhD Project: The School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences (BEES) and the Environmental Research Institute at University College Cork invite applications for a fully funded four-year PhD project in Plant Ecology. The project, funded by Eli Lilly and Company, focuses on the conservation of meadow barley (Hordeum secalinum) and its impact on the grassland community concerning translocation and climate change.
Fully Funded Four-Year PhD Project in Plant Ecology
| Designation | Research Area | Location |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Student | Plant Ecology | School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences, University College Cork, Ireland |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- BSc honours degree (1.1 or 2.1) in biology, botany/plant science, ecology, conservation, or related subject.
- Good understanding or strong interest in plant ecology and/or plant physiology.
- Strong understanding of experimental design, data analysis, and statistics.
- Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Experience in conducting botanical fieldwork.
- Full, clean driving license.
Desirable:
- MSc in a relevant subject.
- Experience in analyzing remote sensing imagery.
Job Description: The PhD project will monitor changes in the plant community, assess the impact of translocation and climate change on Hordeum secalinum and the grassland community. It involves plant community composition monitoring, remote sensing analysis, and experimental simulation of future climate conditions.
Funding: The PhD position is funded for four years, including a tax-free stipend of €25,000 p.a. and covered tuition fees at the EU rate.
Start Date: 1 April 2024
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their application to Professor Astrid Wingler (astrid.wingler@ucc.ie) with “Meadow barley PhD application” in the subject line by 26 February 2024. The application should be a single PDF document containing a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two academic referees.
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