Open PhD project: Improving soil-plant-atmosphere modeling under drought conditions via coupled[...]

Open PhD project: Improving soil-plant-atmosphere modeling under drought conditions via coupled processes and data integration (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.

Doctoral researchers have access to an array of 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 a breadth of transferable skills (e.g. presentation skills, scientific writing, project management) to ensure both a successful PhD and career.

Type: Full time

Level: Entry level

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

Preferred education: PhD

Application deadline: 13 January 2025

Posted on: 6 December 2024

Application process:

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

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