PhD student in environmental analysis with focus on sociohydrology

Uppsala University is a comprehensive research-intensive university with a strong international standing. Our ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a long-term difference in society. Our most important assets are all the individuals whose curiosity and dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has over 45,000 students, more than 7,000 employees and a turnover of around SEK 7 billion.

The Department of Earth Sciences  of Uppsala University is one of the most complete such academic

departments in Europe. Our research focuses on subjects that range from the Earth’s core to the

atmosphere, on scales from submicroscopic structures in minerals to the formation of mountains and oceans. We have teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Our courses offer a wide range within the geoscience area and several of the department"s programs have received the highest rating in evaluations by the Swedish National Agency for Higher Education (Högskoleverket) and the Swedish Higher Education Authority (Universitetskanslersämbetet).

The Programme for Air, Water, and Landscape Science  encompasses education and research in

meteorology, hydrology, environmental analysis, and physical geography.

Duties/Project description: This PhD project will analyze the spatial-temporal relationships between the occurrence of hydrological extremes, i.e. drought and flood events, and changes in human societies. The projects will focus on the study of  hotspots, i.e. human-environment systems across scales. The selected students will be affiliated to the Centre for Natural Disaster Science (CNDS).

Requirements: The applicant shall have university science degree (MSc) in environmental sciences, geography, hydrology or related areas relevant to the PhD topic. Other degrees may also be considered, in particular civil and environmental engineering. General entry requirement, i.e. a degree at advanced level (Master's level) or fulfill the requirements for courses comprising of at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits are at advanced level  (Master's level) or the equivalent. The successful candidate shall have a solid base in mathematics, statistics, and basic computer skills. Good communication skills in English, both spoken and written, are required.

How to apply: The application should include a 1-page statement of research interest and motivation for applying for this PhD position. More specifically, how applicant’s research interests are related to the PhD topic, which is broadly defined above, and how applicant’s qualifications meet the required qualifications. The application should also include a CV/resume, verified list of course grades and contact details for at least two reference persons. If available, a Master thesis and letters of recommendation can also be attached. Please note that applications can only be accepted via the web interface linked below.

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University's rules and guidelines .

Salary: According to local agreement for PhD students.

Starting date: 01-11-2021 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7.

Scope of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position please contact: Giuliano Di Baldassarre, e-mail [email protected].  

Please submit your application by 11 October 2021, UFV-PA 2021/3418.

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Placement: Department of Earth Sciences

Type of employment: Full time , Temporary position longer than 6 months

Pay: Fixed salary

Number of positions: 1

Working hours: 100 %

Town: Uppsala

County: Uppsala län

Country: Sweden

Union representative: ST/TCO

Seko Universitetsklubben [email protected]

Saco-rådet [email protected]

Number of reference: UFV-PA 2021/3418

Last application date: 2021-10-11