- Position: PhD in High-Mountain Stream Biogeochemistry
- University: Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland
- Research Laboratory: River Ecosystems Research (RIVER), part of EPFL's Center for Alpine and Polar Environmental Research (ALPOLE)
- Location: Swiss Alps
- Research Focus: Understanding the impacts of glacier runoff dynamics on dissolved organic carbon metabolism and biogeochemistry in high-mountain stream networks and their hyporheic zone
- Funding: Interdisciplinary project recently funded by the Swiss Science Foundation
- Required Qualifications:
- MSc degree in environmental sciences, geosciences, or related field
- Evidence of research success through thesis and publications
- Accomplishments in aquatic biogeochemistry and/or stream ecosystem science
- Strong quantitative skills
- Experience with fieldwork and outdoor activities
- Fluency in English
- Desired Skills:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse research group
- Meeting deadlines and working well under pressure
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Respectful and collaborative approach
- Start Date: October 1, 2023
- Application Submission: Dossier in PDF format including a motivation letter, CV, and contacts for three professional references to Ms. Geraldine Gfeller-Antille (geraldine.gfeller-antille@epfl.ch)
- Inquiries: Contact Mr. Tom Battin at tom.battin@epfl.ch for further information about the position
- Screening Process: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
- Additional Information:
- Learn more about the RIVER Lab at https://www.epfl.ch/labs/river/
- Visit https://metalp.epfl.ch/ for more information on EPFL's Center for Alpine and Polar Environmental Research (ALPOLE)
Fields:
The PhD position in high-mountain stream biogeochemistry at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) welcomes applicants from various fields, including but not limited to:
- Environmental Sciences
- Geosciences
- Ecology
- Aquatic Sciences
- Hydrology
- Limnology
- Biogeochemistry
- Environmental Chemistry
- Environmental Engineering
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