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PhD-position in Arctic terrestrial-aquatic connectivity in Greenland
Apply Are you passionate about doing research in polar regions and combining fieldwork with laboratory analyses? Would you like to work in the field of biogeochemistry and climate feedbacks? Please apply at Vrije Universiteit and help shape the future. Your function We invite applications for a PhD position in the 10-year EMBRACER research consortium funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO). At EMBRACER we work at the very frontiers of knowledge on climate change, Earth’s climate system and climate feedbacks. Within its 10-year research programme, funded by NWO, EMBRACER brings together a wide range of world-leading climate experts with the aim to address existing uncertainties about climate feedbacks at the boundaries between oceans,Öland, ice, and atmosphere. Our interdisciplinary approach and state-of-the-art infrastructure will bring us forward in our understanding of the impact of climate feedbacks emerging over the next decades to centuries. This position is part of 2 PhD positions at the Vrije Universiteit within EMBRACER. Recent research suggests that hydrological linkages between terrestrial and aquatic systems in the Arctic are intensifying. This has implications for material transport, (coastal) ecosystem functioning, as well as climate-carbon dynamics and feedbacks. Measurements of this so called terrestrial-aquatic connectivity are scarce and understanding and quantification of the rather conceptual term ’connectivity’ remain vague. This PhD project aims to quantify geochemical and ecological terrestrial-aquatic connectivity in Western Greenland, identify potential shifts in connectivity caused by climate change, and explore and synthesise pan-arctic terrestrial-aquatic connectivity shifts. To address these aims the PhD candidate will use field observations (in the area between Kangerlussuaq and Sisimiut) and laboratory methods (geochemical proxies, biomarkers and isotopes, as well as ecological indicators). Your duties As a PhD candidate, your tasks will include the following:
Your profile
As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takesmany forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset. We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements. What do we offer? A challenging position in a socially engaged organization. At VU Amsterdam, you contribute to education, research and service for a better world. And that is valuable. So in return for your efforts, we offer you:
We also offer you attractive fringe benefits and regulations. Some examples:
About us About the department Earth Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, offers a stimulating international research environment with world-class academic reputation, and excellent state-of-the-art facilities. Research in the department covers a wide range of fundamental and applied research topics, including climate and environmental dynamics, surface processes and landscape dynamics, earth and planetary dynamics, and sustainability, resources, and society. Our strength lies in the ability to deliver fundamental knowledge on the functioning of our planet and are key to finding sustainable solutions to many problems related to natural resources, natural hazards, energy, and the environment that societies are facing. Faculty of Science Researchers and students at VU Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science tackle fundamental and complex scientific problems to help pave the way for a sustainable and healthy future. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to malnutrition, and from molecules to the moon: we cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. Our teaching and research have a strong experimentally technical, computational and interdisciplinary nature. We work on new solutions guided by value-driven, interdisciplinary methodologies. We are committed to research, valorisation and training socially engaged citizens of the world who will make valuable contributions to a sustainable, healthy future. Are you interested in joining the Faculty of Science? You will join undergraduate students, PhD candidates and researchers at the biggest sciences faculty in the Netherlands. You will combine a professional focus with a broad view of the world. We are proud of our collegial working climate, characterised by committed staff, a pragmatic attitude and engagement in the larger whole. The faculty is home to over 11,000 students enrolled in 40 study programmes. It employs over 1,600 professionals spread across 10 academic departments. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam stands for values-driven education and research. We are open-minded experts with the ability to think freely - a broader mind. Maintaining an entrepreneurial perspective and concentrating on diversity, significance and humanity, we work on sustainable solutions with social impact. By joining forces, across the boundaries of disciplines, we work towards a better world for people and planet. Together we create a safe and respectful working and study climate, and an inspiring environment for education and research. Learn more about our codes of conduct We are located on one physical campus, in the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility. Over 6,150 staff work at the VU and over 31,000 students attend academic education. Diversity Diversity is the driving force of VU Amsterdam. VU wants to be accessible and receptive to diversity in disciplines, cultures, ideas, nationalities, beliefs, preferences and worldviews. We believe that trust, respect, interest and differences lead to new insights and innovation, to sharpness and clarity, to excellence and a broader understanding. We stand for an inclusive community and believe that diversity and internationalisation contribute to the quality of education, research and our services. Therefore, we are always searching for people whose backgrounds and experience contribute to the diversity of the VU community. Interested Are you interested in this position and do you believe that your experience will contribute to the further development of our university? In that case, we encourage you to submit your application. Your application should include a cover letter with motivation, CV, and MSc thesis, as well as the names of two references. Interviews will take place in early October/end of September. The position will start in November or December or as early as possible thereafter. Applications received via email will not be considered. For more information about the vacancy you can contact Jorien Vonk ( [email protected] ) Your function We invite applications for a PhD position in the 10-year EMBRACER research consortium funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO). At EMBRACER we work at the very frontiers of knowledge on climate change, Earth’s climate system and climate feedbacks. Within its 10-year research programme, funded by NWO, EMBRACER brings together a wide range of world-leading climate experts with the aim to address existing uncertainties about climate feedbacks at the boundaries between oceans,Öland, ice, and atmosphere. Our interdisciplinary approach and state-of-the-art infrastructure will bring us forward in our understanding of the impact of climate feedbacks emerging over the next decades to centuries. This position is part of 2 PhD positions at the Vrije Universiteit within EMBRACER. Recent research suggests that hydrological linkages between terrestrial and aquatic systems in the Arctic are intensifying. This has implications for material transport, (coastal) ecosystem functioning, as well as climate-carbon dynamics and feedbacks. Measurements of this so called terrestrial-aquatic connectivity are scarce and understanding and quantification of the rather conceptual term ’connectivity’ remain vague. This PhD project aims to quantify geochemical and ecological terrestrial-aquatic connectivity in Western Greenland, identify potential shifts in connectivity caused by climate change, and explore and synthesise pan-arctic terrestrial-aquatic connectivity shifts. To address these aims the PhD candidate will use field observations (in the area between Kangerlussuaq and Sisimiut) and laboratory methods (geochemical proxies, biomarkers and isotopes, as well as ecological indicators). Your duties As a PhD candidate, your tasks will include the following:
Your profile
As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takesmany forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset. We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements. What do we offer? A challenging position in a socially engaged organization. At VU Amsterdam, you contribute to education, research and service for a better world. And that is valuable. So in return for your efforts, we offer you:
We also offer you attractive fringe benefits and regulations. Some examples:
About us About the department Earth Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, offers a stimulating international research environment with world-class academic reputation, and excellent state-of-the-art facilities. Research in the department covers a wide range of fundamental and applied research topics, including climate and environmental dynamics, surface processes and landscape dynamics, earth and planetary dynamics, and sustainability, resources, and society. Our strength lies in the ability to deliver fundamental knowledge on the functioning of our planet and are key to finding sustainable solutions to many problems related to natural resources, natural hazards, energy, and the environment that societies are facing. Faculty of Science Researchers and students at VU Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science tackle fundamental and complex scientific problems to help pave the way for a sustainable and healthy future. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to malnutrition, and from molecules to the moon: we cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. Our teaching and research have a strong experimentally technical, computational and interdisciplinary nature. We work on new solutions guided by value-driven, interdisciplinary methodologies. We are committed to research, valorisation and training socially engaged citizens of the world who will make valuable contributions to a sustainable, healthy future. Are you interested in joining the Faculty of Science? You will join undergraduate students, PhD candidates and researchers at the biggest sciences faculty in the Netherlands. You will combine a professional focus with a broad view of the world. We are proud of our collegial working climate, characterised by committed staff, a pragmatic attitude and engagement in the larger whole. The faculty is home to over 11,000 students enrolled in 40 study programmes. It employs over 1,600 professionals spread across 10 academic departments. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam stands for values-driven education and research. We are open-minded experts with the ability to think freely - a broader mind. Maintaining an entrepreneurial perspective and concentrating on diversity, significance and humanity, we work on sustainable solutions with social impact. By joining forces, across the boundaries of disciplines, we work towards a better world for people and planet. Together we create a safe and respectful working and study climate, and an inspiring environment for education and research. Learn more about our codes of conduct We are located on one physical campus, in the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility. Over 6,150 staff work at the VU and over 31,000 students attend academic education. Diversity Diversity is the driving force of VU Amsterdam. VU wants to be accessible and receptive to diversity in disciplines, cultures, ideas, nationalities, beliefs, preferences and worldviews. We believe that trust, respect, interest and differences lead to new insights and innovation, to sharpness and clarity, to excellence and a broader understanding. We stand for an inclusive community and believe that diversity and internationalisation contribute to the quality of education, research and our services. Therefore, we are always searching for people whose backgrounds and experience contribute to the diversity of the VU community. Questions about the vacancy?Please contact Jorien VonkHoogleraar Send an email Interested Are you interested in this position and do you believe that your experience will contribute to the further development of our university? In that case, we encourage you to submit your application. Your application should include a cover letter with motivation, CV, and MSc thesis, as well as the names of two references. Interviews will take place in early October/end of September. The position will start in November or December or as early as possible thereafter. Applications received via email will not be considered. For more information about the vacancy you can contact Jorien Vonk ( [email protected] ) Questions about the vacancy?Please contact Jorien VonkHoogleraar Send an email Application procedureOther interesting vacanciesPHD position: Mechanisms of energy efficient fast signaling in human neurons
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