Huidige banen gerelateerd aan 2 PhD's on nature-based approaches for climate adaptation in Dutch lowland - Utrecht - Utrecht University
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Climate Change Adaptation Researcher for Coastal Ecosystems
2 dagen geleden
Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and qualified researcher to join our team as a PhD candidate in coastal adaptation to sea-level rise.This research project focuses on developing innovative solutions for climate change adaptation in coastal ecosystems, with a specific emphasis on the Wadden Sea coast. The successful candidate will work closely...
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PhD Researcher in Coastal Adaptation to Sea-Level Rise
1 week geleden
Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to join our team in the Department of Physical Geography at Universiteit Utrecht. The successful candidate will work on a PhD project focused on coastal adaptation to sea-level rise, with a specific emphasis on the Wadden Sea coastal area.The project will involve collecting field data and using numerical...
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PhD Position on Coastal Adaptation to Sea-Level Rise
1 week geleden
Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdJoin our team as a PhD-candidate and work on coastal adaptation of the Dutch-German-Danish Wadden Islands!How many Wadden Islands will still exist in 2100? The answer to this question depends not only on sea-level rise scenarios, but also on our ability to design clever adaptation strategies that can prolong the lifetime of barrier islands such as the Wadden...
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Phd Position On Coastal Adaptation to Sea-level Rise
1 week geleden
Utrecht Oost, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdHow many Wadden Islands will still exist in 2100? The answer to this question depends not only on sea-level rise scenarios, but also on our ability to design clever adaptation strategies that can prolong the lifetime of barrier islands such as the Wadden Islands. Many examples exist of successful coastal adaptation to sea-level rise, but it is not yet clear...
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Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdDo you want to investigate sedimentation enhancing strategies for coastal delta adaptation? Join this unique project as a PhD candidate!Coastal river deltas must adapt to relative sea-level rise. Sedimentation, which occurs naturally in deltas, is a key factor for successful adaptation. However, anthropogenic activities reduce sediment delivery and hinder...
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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAre you interested in investigating sedimentation enhancing strategies for coastal delta adaptation? We are seeking a PhD candidate to contribute to this unique project.Coastal river deltas must adapt to relative sea-level rise. Sedimentation, which occurs naturally in deltas, is a key factor for successful adaptation. However, anthropogenic activities...
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Phd Position: Exploring Microbial Potential for
5 maanden geleden
Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdPFAS (per - and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are so-called ‘’forever chemicals’’ that are found everywhere: in our soils, water, food and bodies. PFAS contamination of soils is an increasingly important global issue, and we still lack sustainable methods for PFAS remediate. The PFAS Remediation Living Lab is a contaminated location at the Utrecht...
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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdJob OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to contribute to our research team at the Universiteit Utrecht. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project focused on coastal adaptation to sea-level rise, specifically in the Wadden Sea region.About the ProjectThis PhD position is part of the WADWAD...
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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAbout the JobWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to investigate sedimentation enhancing strategies for coastal delta adaptation. The successful candidate will be part of a unique project that aims to explore the potential of sedimentation for adaptation in deltas around the world.The PhD researcher will investigate the effectiveness of sediment...
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PhD Position in Climate-Resilient Hydropower Systems
3 weken geleden
Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdResearch OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research team at Universiteit Utrecht. The successful candidate will work on a project focused on developing climate-resilient hydropower systems in river basins.The project aims to tackle the challenges of balancing hydropower energy production with competing water demands, such...
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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAbout the JobWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to investigate sedimentation enhancing strategies for coastal delta adaptation. The successful candidate will contribute to a unique project focused on exploring the potential of sedimentation for adaptation in deltas around the world.Key ResponsibilitiesInvestigate the effectiveness of sediment...
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Phd: Reconceptualising Solidarity for
5 maanden geleden
Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdThe Ethics Institute of Utrecht University’s Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks a researcher for a four-year, full-time PhD project “_Reconceptualising Solidarity for Technologically Disrupted Contexts_”, as part of the inter-university Gravitation consortium _Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technology (ESDiT)_. **Wat ga je...
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Phd: Reconceptualising Solidarity for
5 maanden geleden
Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdThe Ethics Institute of Utrecht University’s Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks a researcher for a four-year, full-time PhD project “_Reconceptualising Solidarity for Technologically Disrupted Contexts_”, as part of the inter-university Gravitation consortium _Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technology (ESDiT)_. **Your...
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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAbout the JobWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to investigate sedimentation enhancing strategies for coastal delta adaptation. The successful candidate will be part of a unique project that aims to explore the potential of sedimentation for adaptation in deltas around the world.The PhD researcher will investigate the effectiveness of sediment...
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Climate Strategies Communications and Engagement Manager
3 weken geleden
Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Climate Strategies VoltijdAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Communications and Members Manager to join our team at Climate Strategies. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering our ambitious Communications and Membership Engagement plans.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement effective communications strategies to engage with...
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PhD Position in Delta Sustainability Research
6 dagen geleden
Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAre you passionate about exploring sedimentation strategies to support coastal ecosystem resilience? We invite you to apply for a PhD position in our interdisciplinary research project focused on delta sustainability.About the ResearchCoastal river deltas face significant challenges due to relative sea-level rise. Sedimentation, a natural process in these...
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Phd in Ethics
5 maanden geleden
Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdThe Ethics Institute of Utrecht University’s department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks a researcher for a four-year, full-time PhD project “_Disrupting ageing_: Personhood, meaning, and vulnerability across the lifespan_”, as part of the inter-university Gravitation consortium _Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technology (ESDiT)_. **Wat ga je...
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Phd in Ethics
5 maanden geleden
Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdThe Ethics Institute of Utrecht University’s department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks a researcher for a four-year, full-time PhD project “_Disrupting ageing_: Personhood, meaning, and vulnerability across the lifespan_”, as part of the inter-university Gravitation consortium _Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technology (ESDiT)_. **Your...
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PhD Position in Climate-Resilient Hydropower Systems
1 week geleden
Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAbout the ResearchWe are seeking a talented PhD researcher to join our team in Climate-Resilient Hydropower Systems. This project focuses on developing advanced modelling frameworks and operational schemes to optimize the use of hydropower reservoirs for multiple purposes, including flood control, drought management, freshwater provision, and energy supply...
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Phd Position: Optimisation of Technologies for
2 maanden geleden
Utrecht Oost, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht VoltijdAre you interested in techno-economic optimisation and comparison of novel electrified processes for the large scale synthesis of platform molecules? Join the Energy & Resources group of the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development for this exciting PhD project! **Your job**: Societal relevance: The transition to a CO2 net-zero society requires a...
2 PhD's on nature-based approaches for climate adaptation in Dutch lowland
4 maanden geleden
Climate change, biodiversity loss, and the competition for space due to economic development pose increasing threats to the Netherlands. To maintain a safe, economically viable, and biodiverse environment, fundamental changes are needed in our land use, soil management, and water management. In this context, transitioning towards Nature-Based adaptation becomes increasingly important. Your job
As part of the Nationaal Groeifonds programme NL2120, the Department of Physical Geography at Utrecht University explores adaptation approaches for Dutch rivers and peatlands. We are seeking two PhD candidates who are eager to contribute to this climate adaptation challenge through two separate projects.Sustainable RiverScapes (Position 1) aims to develop integrated nature-based strategies for the Dutch river areas to adapt to the changing climate and enhance biodiversity. The challenge is to find adaptation solutions that optimize flood safety, sedimentation, biodiversity, and balance cost and benefits. You will extend and apply the RiverScape model, which simulates the hydro-morphological effects of nature-based interventions in the river-floodplain area. Using field observations with state-of-the-art instruments enabled by the new Delta-ENIGMA facility, you will quantitatively analyze floodplain vegetation and sediment dynamics to develop new vegetation and sediment modules in RiverScape. Subsequently, you will evaluate different strategies under a range of future scenarios to assess how nature-based approaches can contribute to the climate adaptation of river landscapes.
Sustainable Peatlands (Position 2) aims to develop strategies for the sustainable development and climate-resilient use of peatland areas to enhance carbon sequestration and biodiversity, and to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. To date, it is unknown how drained peatlands can be optimally used as nature-based solutions from a greenhouse gas perspective, and what water and soil management measures are required. Fundamental understanding of the natural dynamics of peatland systems is still needed. For this research, a unique peatland growth pilot is being developed in the province of Friesland. Field measurements at the pilot site and in other peatlands, laboratory measurements, and numerical models will be used to investigate peat growth, carbon storage, and greenhouse gas emissions under changing conditions such as groundwater levels. In this project, you will quantify and monitor carbon sequestration under different conditions in peatland areas across the Netherlands, identify the role of the water system and other controls on carbon sequestration, and develop strategies to make polders climate-neutral.
Within the NL2120 project, both PhDs will integrate their results with studies on governance and economics conducted at other universities and by external parties (Deltares, WUR, NGOs, water boards, and Rijkswaterstaat).
To support academic and personal development, PhD candidates will follow courses and assist in teaching Earth Sciences at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels. Together, these activities amount to twenty percent of the contracted time. Your qualities
This project may be right for you if you have:
an MSc in Earth sciences, physical geography, hydrology, environmental science, civil engineering (position 1), or ecology (position 2); experience with geoscientific field observations and data retrieval using field equipment; proven skills in programming, numerical modelling, and using spatial datasets (Python / willing to learn Python), as well as scenario analysis; an interest in interdisciplinary scientific challenges and interactions; ability to work independently, take initiative, and demonstrate a critical mindset; strong organizational and communication skills, with a collaborative team spirit; excellent English oral and written skills, and a willingness to learn Dutch. Our offerWe offer:
a position for 1 year, with an extension to a total of four years upon a successful assessment in the first year, and with the specific intent that it results in a doctorate within this period; a working week of 36 hours and a gross monthly salary between €2.770 and €3.539 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale P under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU)); 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus; a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.