Unlocking Coastal Resilience through Interdisciplinary Research

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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht Voltijd
Job Overview

We 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 Project

This PhD position is part of the WADWAD project, a tri-lateral consortium of Dutch, German, and Danish scientists and engineers working together to develop an action plan for the Wadden Sea coastal area. The successful candidate will collect field data and use numerical models to assess possibilities of climate adaptation for the entire Wadden Sea coast and its islands.

Your Role

You will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data, as well as contributing to the development of numerical models. This will involve working closely with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, including sedimentologists, biologists, economists, and social scientists.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • MSc degree in earth, climate, or environmental sciences and engineering (or similar) with demonstrable affinity with numerical modelling of Earth surface processes;
  • Good skills in programming and using large spatial datasets (preferably in Matlab or Python);
  • A strong interest in and ability to participate in interdisciplinary research in an international project setting;
  • Willingness to participate and lead fieldwork in and along the Wadden Sea coast;
  • Proficient writing and communication skills in English;
  • Enjoying working in an international environment and a multidisciplinary team of researchers.
Salary and Benefits

We offer a gross monthly salary between €2,872 and €3,670 (salary scale P under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities), 8% holiday pay, and 8.3% year-end bonus. In addition, we provide a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.

About Us

The Universiteit Utrecht is a research-intensive university that aims to create a better future for everyone. Our Faculty of Geosciences studies the Earth: from the Earth's core to its surface, including man's spatial and material utilisation of the Earth – always with a focus on sustainability and innovation. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all staff members.



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