PhD Researchers – Genotype-Development: CropXR, an interdisciplinary research institute with a budget of 96 million Euros, is inviting applications for three 5-year 0.8 fte PhD positions in the field of ‘Genotype-specific development of potato plants under combined stress factors.’ The positions are part of CropXR’s ambitious mission to develop eXtra Resilient (XR), sustainable, and climate-adaptive crops.
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| Designation | Research Area | Location |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Researchers | Genotype-specific development of potato plants under combined stress factors | Wageningen |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in plant sciences, crop science, or a related field.
- Experience programming for image analysis (PhD 1), physiological modeling linked to genetics (PhD 2), or analyzing and modeling of quality traits (PhD 3).
- Excellent English language proficiency (CEFR C2 level or more).
- Strong collaborative skills.
Job Description:
PhD Researchers – Genotype-specific Development of Potato Plants under Combined Stress Factors
- Execute experimental field trials.
- Analyze and interpret data relevant to the goal of the PhD position, contributing to the development of resilient potato crops.
- Communicate with experimental research scientists and data and modeling scientists within and beyond CropXR.
- Contribute to the education of BSc and MSc students working on the project.
Your Qualities:
- Pleasant team player with a pro-active work attitude.
- Conceptually strong and skilled in practical experimental and fieldwork, with interests in quantitative modeling in plant growth and physiology.
- Strong collaborative skills.
We Offer You:
- Fully funded PhD position.
- Course program tailored to your needs and the research team.
- Sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave.
- Flexible working hours for a better work-life balance.
- Possibility to accrue additional compensation/holiday hours.
- Focus on vitality with access to sports facilities.
- Fixed December bonus of 8.3%.
- Excellent pension scheme.
Salary:
- Gross salary for the first year is € 2,770,- per month, rising to € 3,539,- in the fourth year (scale P) based on a full-time working week of 38 hours.
How to Apply: Apply online
Last Date for Apply:
- Application deadline: Monday, 4 December 2023
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Note: For further information and detailed instructions, candidates are encouraged to check the official Wageningen University & Research website.
