PhD on Nitrous Oxide Dynamics in Coastal Marine Waters with experience in the analysis of environmental samples, and biogeochemical processes
The Department of Biology at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a three-year PhD study in biogeochemistry and microbial ecology. Possible start on 1 September 2022. Application deadline: 1 July 2022.
The position is associated with a project investigating the dynamics of nitrous oxide (N2O) in Danish coastal waters. Marine systems are an important source of atmospheric N2O with particularly high emissions of this strong greenhouse gas indicated from oxygen-depleted waters. Yet, the microbial mechanisms and dynamics underlying these emissions are poorly understood. With the aim of delivering the first estimate of Danish marine N2O emissions and establishing a framework for predicting how emissions respond to environmental change, the project will analyze distributions of N2O, elucidate N2O production processes, and identify the key microbes involved in coastal waters subject to seasonal oxygen depletion.
Main research objectives for this position include experimental quantification of microbial N2O production and consumption using 15N stable isotope tracing and mass spectrometry, as well as identification of key microbes involved through biomolecular analyses.
Hence, we seek a candidate with a background in biology, biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, or related fields, with experience in the analysis of environmental samples, insight into biogeochemical processes, and with an aptitude for field work. The selected candidate will work closely together with the project team as well as other colleagues at the Department of Biology, and will have the opportunity to visit project partners at the universities of Gothenburg, Sweden, and Montana State, USA.
For further information please contact Bo Thamdrup, tel.: +45 6550 2477, e-mail: bot@biology.sdu.dk.
Application, salary etc.
Appointment as a PhD Research Fellow is for three years. Employment stops automatically at the end of the period. The holder of the scholarship is not allowed to have other paid employment during the three-year period.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement on salaried PhD scholars between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary and taxation.
The successful candidate will be enrolled at this university in accordance with faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order).
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Application must be made in the form of a Declaration of Interest including the following:
• A research proposal/description of your approach to the above project (max one page excluding references)
• A letter stating your specific interest, motivation and qualifications for the project in question (max. two pages) (please attach this under box “Application form”)
• Detailed CV, including personal contact information
• Copies of diplomas, Bachelor as well as Master’s degree, including transcript of notes/grades
• At least two signed reference letters. Should your referees wish to send their letters directly to us, please have them use e-mail: anc@sdu.dk mentioning your name and the title of the position in the subject line. And please note that these also need to reach us before deadline.
Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.
Further information about the PhD-study can be found at the homepage of the University.
Applications must be submitted electronically using the link “Apply online”. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF or Word format. Each box can only contain a single file of max. 10 Mb. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply before you apply.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated. This also applies to reference letters.
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Deadline 2022-July-01
You can apply for the job at Faculty of Science by completing the application form