PhD Position in Stream Biogeochemistry: The River Ecosystems Research Laboratory (RIVER) at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland, is seeking a highly motivated PhD student. The position involves conducting research on hyporheic processes in high-mountain streams, focusing on the impact of clean-ice and rock glacier runoff dynamics on stream network hydrology, hyporheic flow, and organic carbon metabolism. This interdisciplinary project is funded by the Swiss Science Foundation and involves fieldwork, lab experiments, and collaboration with international partners.
Designation: PhD Student
Research Area: High-Mountain Stream Biogeochemistry, Hyporheic Processes, Stream Network Hydrology
Location: Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Lausanne, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in environmental engineering or sciences, geosciences, or a closely related field.
- Evidence of research success through a thesis and publications.
- Strong quantitative skills.
- Fieldwork and outdoor activity experience.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse research group.
- Proficiency in English and effective communication skills.
Job Description:
PhD Position in High-Mountain Stream Biogeochemistry
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct research on hyporheic processes in high-mountain streams.
- Investigate the impact of clean-ice and rock glacier runoff dynamics on stream hydrology, hyporheic flow, and organic carbon metabolism.
- Engage in fieldwork and lab experiments.
- Collaborate with a postdoc specializing in hydrological and biogeochemical modeling and colleagues from the USA and Italy.
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary project funded by the Swiss Science Foundation.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a single PDF dossier containing the following documents to Ms. Géraldine Gfeller-Antille (geraldine.gfeller-antille@epfl.ch):
- Motivation letter describing experience and interest in the position.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Letters from three professional references.
For inquiries about the position, please contact Mr. Tom Battin (tom.battin@epfl.ch). Screening will begin upon receipt of applications, and all qualified applicants will be considered.
Last Date for Apply: Rolling application process; apply as soon as possible.
