15 New PhD Positions: The “Human River Systems in the 21st Century (HR21)” program announces 15 new PhD positions, inviting highly qualified applicants worldwide. Embark on a transformative journey in environmental sciences, natural resource management, and sustainability studies. This program, offered by BOKU – University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, ensures a comprehensive research experience with financial support for successful candidates.
15 New PhD Positions – Human River Systems in the 21st Century (HR21) Program
Summary Table:
| University | BOKU – University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Human River Systems in the 21st Century (HR21) |
| Number of PhD Positions | 15 |
| Application Deadline | April 2nd, 2024 |
| Interview Period | May 27th to May 29th, 2024 |
| Financial Support | Full employment with social security coverage, net annual income approx. € 25,500 |
Study Area: The HR21 program focuses on interdisciplinary environmental sciences, natural resource management, environmental studies, environmental engineering, and sustainability sciences. Immerse yourself in cutting-edge research that addresses the challenges faced by human river systems in the 21st century.
Currently the following fifteen PhD projects are available to apply for, click on the link to find detailed information on our website:
Topic 10: Urban metabolism, a river’s ecohydrology and industrialization: Vienna and the Danube, 1800-2000
Topic 12: Impacts of bioenergy crops used as riparian buffer strips on stream ecosystems’ functioning
Topic 15: Strategic planning approaches to territorial governance of industrialized riverine landscapes
Scholarship Description: PhD students admitted to the HR21 Doctoral School will benefit from full social security coverage and a regular employment contract for four years. The financial support follows the salary scheme of the Austrian Science Fund, ensuring a net annual income of approximately €25,500. Successful candidates will also receive funding for international conference participation and research stays abroad in collaborating institutions.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a master’s degree in environmental sciences or a related field. Candidates nearing completion of their studies by the end of May 2024 may apply conditionally. Fluency in both spoken and written English is a prerequisite. Only applicants with a master’s degree will be considered.
Required Documents: Interested candidates should prepare the following documents for application:
- Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)
- 2 academic references
- Academic CV detailing research and educational experiences
- Copy of bachelor, diploma, or master’s certificate
- Certificates for coursework, including grades
- Copy of passport
Submit all documents by email to recruiting(at)boku.ac.at. Clearly indicate the PhD topic number in the subject line and rank up to three preferred topics in the motivation letter.
How to Apply: Complete the Application Form and submit it along with all required enclosures in a single PDF file (≤10 MB) to recruiting(at)boku.ac.at. Ensure all documents, not in English or German, are submitted as English translations.
Last Date: The deadline for submitting the completed Application Forms, including all enclosures, is April 2nd, 2024.
Embark on a rewarding research journey with HR21 – shaping the future of human river systems in the 21st century! We look forward to welcoming talented individuals to contribute to transformative environmental studies.
