PhD Position in Wind Farms: Ghent University is inviting applications for a full-time PhD position within the Sustainable Systems Engineering (STEN) research group of the Department of Green Chemistry and Technology. This position is part of two important research projects focusing on the sustainability assessment of offshore wind farms.
PhD Position in Integrated Environmental Sustainability Assessment of Offshore Wind Farms
Designation
PhD Student – Integrated Environmental Sustainability Assessment of Offshore Wind Farms
Research Area
- Sustainability Assessment
- Offshore Wind Farms
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
- Marine Ecosystem Impact Models
Location
Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Master’s in environmental engineering, bioscience engineering, chemical engineering, marine science, environmental science, environmental technology, or equivalent. |
| Interest | Strong interest in scientific research and pursuing a doctoral degree. |
| Skills | Affinity with sustainability analysis methods, complex dataset handling, excellent academic writing, and presentation skills. |
| Language | Very good command of English (written and spoken). |
| Additional Assets | Experience with LCA software (e.g., openLCA, SimaPro), familiarity with marine ecosystem modeling. |
Description
The PhD student will contribute to the Horizon Europe project COMPASS and the Belgian project DECOMPASS, which focus on developing a holistic decision-support platform for assessing the sustainability of offshore wind farms across their lifecycle. Key responsibilities include conducting environmental LCA, concluding on decommissioning scenarios, and collaborating with national and international partners.
How to Apply
To apply, send the following documents to Dr. Erasmo Cadena Martinez at erasmo.cadenamartinez@ugent.be:
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of your highest degree
- Summary of academic records
The subject of your email should be: “Application PhD COMPASS + your family name”
Last Date to Apply
September 15, 2025
This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to significant research in environmental sustainability and offshore renewable energy, while being supported by a prestigious institution in one of Europe’s leading research environments.
