Ph.D. Research Associate Scholarship: Join our team at Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences as a Ph.D. Research Associate in Soil Biology and Soil Health. This scholarship offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative, interdisciplinary research projects in sustainable food systems, collaborating with international partners and contributing to the advancement of agroecology and environmental sciences.
Ph.D. Research Associate Scholarship Opportunity in Soil Biology and Soil Health at Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences
Designation: Ph.D. Research Associate in Soil Biology and Soil Health
Research Area: The “Sustainable Food Systems” Research Centre focuses on applied, interdisciplinary research in sustainable food systems. Research topics include optimizing nutrient use in agriculture, investigating contaminants such as microplastics and heavy metals on soil processes, and developing adapted agroforestry systems.
Location: Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences – Faculty of Life Sciences, Kleve Campus, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in agriculture, geoecology, biology, or environmental sciences (or comparable study programs) with excellent results
- Fluent in spoken and written German and English
- Enthusiastic about soil and plant sciences
- Proficient in conducting lab experiments and statistical analysis of data
- Holder of a valid driver’s license
Job Description:
- Collaboration in the Interreg project SHAPE (Soil Health Check and Practices) to investigate the influence of agricultural measures on soil health
- Scientific co-operation with corporate and scientific partners from Germany and the Netherlands
- Development and design of field and lab experiments
- Soil microbiological, soil chemical, and soil physical analyses
- Validation of new monitoring systems for soil biology and soil health
- Statistical evaluation of results and scientific publication
- Communication of findings in scientific conferences and meetings with practitioners
How to Apply: Submit your application through the following link: Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences Vacancies by no later than 02.09.2024. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Ms Jäger at +49(0)2821 80673-654.
Last Date for Apply: 02.09.2024
This Ph.D. Research Associate Scholarship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in soil biology and soil health, and to further develop your scientific expertise in an international and interdisciplinary work environment. We encourage passionate and qualified individuals to apply and be part of our research team!
