PhD Positions in Biological Sciences: Université de Namur invites applications for fully funded PhD positions in Biological Sciences at the Unité de Recherche en Biologie Environnementale et Evolutive (URBE). The selected candidates will conduct research in theoretical and experimental ecology focusing on the response of biodiversity to global changes. Successful candidates will also engage in teaching activities and contribute to the scientific and technical management of the research unit.
Fully Funded PhD Positions in Biological Sciences at Université de Namur, Belgium
Summary Table:
- Designation: First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Research Area: Biological Sciences, Biodiversity, Ecology (Theoretical and Experimental), Global Change
- Location: Belgium
- Eligibility/Qualification: Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, or equivalent. Proficiency in R and/or Python. Strong interest in teaching, biodiversity, and theoretical ecology. Excellent communication skills in French and English.
- Job Description: Conduct research in theoretical and experimental ecology, contribute to teaching activities, and assist in the scientific and technical management of the research unit.
- How to Apply: Download application form from here. Submit complete application (application form, CV, and cover letter in PDF format) to raf.sciences@unamur.be and direction.bio@unamur.be by 4th July 2024. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be conducted during the week of 5th August 2024.
- Last Date for Apply: 4th July 2024, 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
Offer Details:
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Hours Per Week: 38
- Offer Starting Date: 1st October 2024
- EU Research Framework Programme: Not funded by an EU programme
- Related to Research Infrastructure Staff Position: No
Offer Description:
Missions:
- Provide practical work, tutorials, and field internships in topics such as biodiversity, applied and theoretical ecology, and data analysis.
- Collaborate in the technical and scientific management of the research unit.
- Conduct research in theoretical and experimental ecology leading to a PhD.
- Participate in events and the organization of the eccology-lab, the Research Unit (URBE), and the Biology department.
Profile:
- Master’s degree in biological sciences or equivalent.
- Skills in computational biology.
- Proficiency in R and/or Python.
- Interest in teaching, biodiversity, and theoretical ecology.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Excellent communication skills in French and English.
- Autonomy and organization.
Where to Apply:
- E-mail: raf.sciences@unamur.be
- Website for Additional Job Details: Université de Namur Job Portal
Work Location(s): Belgium
Number of Offers Available: 1
Company/Institute: University of Namur
Country: Belgium
