PhD Scholarship in Pollution and Monitoring: The Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research (IDAEA-CSIC) is offering a 3-year PhD scholarship as part of the EU-funded project HARMONIE. The project aims to mitigate the health impacts of air pollution and noise in urban settings by developing practical tools for policymakers.
PhD Scholarship in Air Pollution and Noise Monitoring
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Air Pollution and Noise Monitoring
Location
C. Jordi Girona 18-26, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
- Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).
- Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary, international team.
Job Description
The PhD candidate will support various tasks associated with the HARMONIE project, including:
- Preparation and colocation of advanced sensor systems for long-term testing in urban monitoring stations.
- Design and execution of multiple ambient air and noise monitoring campaigns across European pilot cities.
- Retrospective modeling of oxidative potential (OP) time series.
- Conducting epidemiological time series analysis linking OP and other air pollutants to health outcomes.
How to Apply
- Register on the CSIC job portal: CSIC Job Portal by 31st August 2025.
- Email Dr. Ioar Rivas (ioar.rivas@idaea.csic.es) and Prof. Andrés Alastuey (andres.alastuey@idaea.csic.es) with a cover letter and a complete CV, including “HARMONIE PhD Position” in the subject line.
Last Date to Apply
31st August 2025
For additional inquiries, please contact: comunicacion.idaea@cid.csic.es or call +34 93 400 61 00.
