PhD scholarship in Arctic plankton
2 days ago
Are you interested in Arctic oceanography and climate change, with a fondness for the microscopic organisms (plankton) in the ocean? If yes, this might be the PhD for you. Decreasing sea ice and increasing sea surface temperature in the Arctic change the physical and chemical conditions in the water column influencing the community composition and productivity of plankton – the base of the marine food web that supports the ecosystem services that we humans rely on. However, we are currently not able to demonstrate the connection between the melting sea ice, plankton community structure, food-web productivity and carbon export, neither to quantify or predict it. Your PhD targets this knowledge gap: The interaction between the physical environment and the base of the food web at the Davis Strait and West Greenland.
Responsibilities and qualifications
Your primary tasks will be to:
- Analyze existing data and/or lead new data collection to investigate the functional diversity of phyto- and zooplankton as a function of sea ice conditions and freshwater distributions in the Arctic.
- Experimentally investigate the environmental tolerances of Arctic copepods, with a focus on under-studied small species.
- Investigate the changes in primary production and food web efficiency in relation to freshwater distribution in the Davis Strait.
- Develop a technical aspect covering either improved high throughput quantification and characterization of plankton samples or assessment and synthesis of data collected using models to inform on the changes in productivity and food-web efficiency due to changes in stratification.
You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree within natural sciences (e.g., marine biology, oceanography, environmental engineering). We also expect you to have some experience in field or laboratory work within biological oceanography (preferably plankton). Modelling and/or technical skills are an advantage. In addition, you are expected to have:
- Flexibility concerning field work and research stays in Greenland
- Good communication skills in English, both written and orally
- Ability to conduct research independently and good problem-solving skills
- Good collaborative skills and strong interest in participating in an inter-disciplinary and international research environment
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval. The candidate will be enrolled in the PhD school of DTU Aqua and be associated with the Greenland Institute for Natural Resources. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
The PhD is in collaboration with the Greenland Climate Research Centre (GCRC) in Nuuk and involves a key role in linking activities at both sites with international partners leading and contributing to the Davis Strait Observatory.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years. The expected starting date is 1st June 2025, or by agreement.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Marja Koski, Institute for Aquatic Resources, Section of Ocean and Arctic ( ).
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 11 April 2025 (23:59 Danish time) .
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
- A draft project description: 1-2 pages with a concise proposal on the research idea that you would like to explore, including relevance, motivation, the theoretical framework and preliminary suggestion of methodology
You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
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