Open PhD project: Airborne observations and mesoscale modeling for improved methane budgets in [...]

Open PhD project: Airborne observations and mesoscale modeling for improved methane budgets in tropical South America (at the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry)

Employer: International Max Planck Research School for Global Biogeochemical Cycles

Our scope:

• Improved understanding of biogeochemical processes with an emphasis on terrestrial ecosystems
• Development of observational techniques to monitor and assess biogeochemical feedbacks in the Earth system
• Theory and model development for improving the representation of biogeochemical processes in comprehensive Earth system models

Why study at MPI – BGC?

The IMPRS -gBGC offers fully-funded PhD positions to highly motivated and qualified students who wish to study the components essential to life and climate from the atomic to global scales. Research at the school focuses on how biogeochemical cycles function, how they are interconnected, and how they can be influenced by climate change or human activity.

Over 100 scientists and PhDs explore the different facets of biogeochemical processes using diverse methods such as field observations, advanced laboratory methods, manipulative experiments, data mining, and numerical modeling. We hope to improve our ability to gauge future developments of Earth systems.

Doctoral researchers are offered access to workshops and courses to develop a broad understanding of Earth system science. Young scientists benefit from a three-month international research visit at a top institution, as well as courses aimed at enhancing interdisciplinary knowledge (e.g., statistics, remote sensing, modeling, and analytical techniques). In addition to scientific skills, the research program offers transferable skills (e.g., presentation skills, scientific writing, project management) to ensure both a successful PhD and career.

Type: Contract

Level: Experienced

Doctoral researchers with a Master’s or Diploma degree receive either a scholarship or a contract. You can find out more at IMPRS FAQ .

Preferred education: PhD

Application deadline: 13 January 2025

Posted on: 6 December 2024

In cooperation with Friedrich Schiller University Jena (FSU), the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry (MPI – BGC) houses a research program that grants students a broad selection of learning opportunities while maintaining a research focus. The IMPRS -gBGC offers a PhD program specializing in global biogeochemistry and related Earth system sciences.

Twice a year, the IMPRS -gBGC accepts applications for open PhD positions. The project description is published here.

How to apply:

1. (Possibly) Phone or video conference interview (January 2025)
2. Selection symposium in Jena (March 12-13, 2025)

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