Summary
The Institute of Carbon Cycle is inviting applications for a part-time PhD position focused on coastal carbon cycling and marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) within the Horizon Europe project MAR-CO2. The successful candidate will study carbon and greenhouse gas exchanges in dynamic coastal environments.
Scholarship Announcement for PhD Student Position in Geesthacht, Germany
Designation
PhD Student
Research Area
- Coastal carbon cycling
- Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR)
- Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV)
Location
Geesthacht, Germany
Eligibility / Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Background | MSc or comparable degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Oceanography, or related field (required) |
| Experience | Experience with laboratory analysis and field expeditions (desired) |
| Knowledge | Basic knowledge of marine carbonate system (TA, DIC, pH, pCO2 observations) (required) |
| Technical Skills | Quantitative skills in time-series analysis, biogeochemical data processing (R, Matlab, Python, or similar) (desired) |
| Communication Skills | Excellent English communication skills; ability to work in interdisciplinary international teams (required) |
Description
The PhD student will:
- Conduct sample collection during field campaigns and laboratory analysis.
- Investigate carbon and GHG turnover in coastal systems impacted by mCDR.
- Collaborate with project partners to develop innovative MRV approaches.
- Engage with interdisciplinary teams and outreach to mCDR stakeholders.
Additionally, the role offers access to well-equipped lab environments and various research platforms such as profiling buoys, benthic landers, and autonomous sensors. Opportunities for collaboration with modelers and social scientists are also available.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Transcripts
- Certificates
Please reference the position number 2026/KC 2 in your application.
Last Date to Apply
April 21, 2026
