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PhD Scholarship in Marine Ecosystem Prediction and Climate Services

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A PhD Scholarship in Marine Ecosystem Prediction and Climate Services is available at the National Institute of Aquatic Resources (DTU Aqua) with starting date 1 August 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter. The project will be carried out in the Section for Oceans and Arctic in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.

The scholarship will build on top of the tremendous advances in observing and modelling of the ocean that have occurred in recent decades: today it is possible to make accurate forecasts of physical oceanographic variables, such as temperature and salinity, several years into the future. However, the next step of converting these forecasts of the physical environment into forecasts of the biological environment, and therefore into variables that are directly relevant for stakeholders and society has yet to be taken. Developing these so-called 'climate services' for marine ecosystems represents one of the new challenges in marine science.

Responsibilities and tasks

The PhD project will conduct research with the aim of developing marine biological predictions and climate services. Appropriate biological models relating physical and biological variables will be identified and/or developed within the project, coupled to existing seasonal- and decadal-forecast systems, and their skill assessed. While there are no pre-defined case studies associated with the project, the spatial distribution, productivity (recruitment) and timing (phenology) of living marine resources (fish and fisheries) is expected to be the primary focus: experience with analysis and modelling these processes is therefore an advantage, as is experience working with oceanographic data sets and/or climate model output.

The application should contain a motivation for why you want to undertake research at the PhD level, your interest in this topic and a abstractJV_description of your own project ideas within this framework and how they relate to the goals stated above. The final project will be developed in collaboration with the relevant principal investigators.

This project is funded in part by the EU Horizon 2020 project Blue Action http://www.blue-action.eu/. The Blue-Action project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 727852. The successful applicant will be integrated into this project.

Qualifications

Candidates should 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.

Approval and Enrolment

The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see the DTU PhD Guide. http://www.dtu.dk/english/Education/PhD/Rules/PhDguide

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.

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.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here. Further information http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths

Further information can be obtained from Senior Researcher Mark R. Payne mpay (at) aqua.dtu.dk, +45 35 88 34 22.

You can read more about DTU Aqua at http://www.aqua.dtu.dk Application http://www.aqua.dtu.dk/

Please submit your online application no later than 15 April 2019 (local time).

To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form. The following must be attached in English:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Proposed research statement
• Curriculum vitae
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma
• Excel sheet with translation of grades to the Danish grading system (see guidelines and Excel spreadsheet here) http://www.dtu.dk/english/Education/phd/Applicant/Pre_acceptance-1-

Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

The research spectrum of the Section for Oceans and Arctic covers oceanography, population ecology, observation technology and the Arctic. The research into oceanography integrates biological, physical and chemical parameters' interactions in the ocean, ranging from individual plankton to regional seas. We focus on understanding the key processes that govern the structure and function of pelagic food webs, as well as climate and ecosystem interactions. The research in population ecology establishes how processes affecting individuals shape populations and ecosystems.

The purpose of DTU Aqua is to provide research, advice and education at the highest international level within the sustainable exploitation of living marine and freshwater resources, the biology of aquatic organisms and the dynamics of ecosystems as well as their integration in ecosystem-based management. DTU Aqua has 260 employees, of whom a third are scientific staff. The other employees are assistant biologists, laboratory technicians, IT employees, administrative staff, ship's crew, student assistants etc. The institute is organized into eight scientific sections which carry out the research, educational and advisory activities. In addition, the institute has a number of scientific and administrative support functions, including the research vessel DANA. DTU Aqua has employees in Charlottenlund, Silkeborg, Nykøbing Mors and Hirtshals as well as on Dana.

DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and scientific advice. Our staff of 6,000 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society, and our 11,200 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government and public agencies.


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