PHD STIPEND/INTEGRATED PHD STIPEND IN ECOLOGICAL MODELLING OF SPECIES INTERACTION NETWORKS
At Aalborg University (AAU), Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, a PhD stipend/Integrated PhD stipend is available within the PhD study program of Biotechnology, Chemistry and Environmental Engineering. The stipend is open for appointment from 1 September 2023 or soon hereafter. The stipend is available for 3 or 4 years depending on whether the applicant already holds a master’s degree. Applicants who hold a master’s degree can apply for a 3-year position and applicants who have finished 4 years of full-time studies but do not hold a Master’s degree can apply for a 4 years PhD stipend (Integrated PhD stipend). The Integrated PhD stipend is only open for appointment with starting date 1 September 2023. The Department consists of two sections with research and teaching in Biology, Environmental Technology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering. Place of employment of the position is Section of Bioscience and Engineering, consisting of 90 people of which about 1/3 are tenured assistant, associate- and full professors. The section conducts internationally competitive research within a range of topics within Biology and Biotechnology. The section is responsible for the educations in Biology, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, and Medical Biotechnology and is mostly located in Aalborg, but also conducts research and teaching at the Esbjerg Campus. The workplace is in Aalborg.
AALBORG
DEADLINE: 18.05.2023
DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND BIOSCIENCE
REF NUMBER: 18-23027
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Job description
A PhD stipend/ Integrated PhD Stipend is available in ecological modelling and network biology. The background for the project is that many species are expected to shift their current geographical range due to global climate change and habitat destruction. Consequently, the natural communities will change in both species composition and internal organization as interaction partners are lost and new ones are gained. The current project aims to investigate and quantify how climate driven re-distributions impact entire species interaction networks. Specifically, the candidate will merge network ecology with species distribution modelling and work with seed-dispersal networks of figs(Ficus) and their frugivores as a model system. Further, the project aims to use machine-learning techniques to predict species interactions, and the consequences for network resilience. The candidate will participate in all aspects of the project including acquisition of data from the literature, modelling, data analysis, writing etc. Note that the position does not include fieldwork.
A relevant educational background within biology is necessary. We seek a candidate with strong competences in ecology or macroecology, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in R(or equivalent). Experience with ecological network analysis, geospatial analysis and/or machine learning is highly advantageous. Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory
The selected candidate will become a member of the growing Environmental Change and Adaptation research group within the Section of Bioscience and Engineering. Besides working closely with Assistant Professor Michael Ørsted at AAU, the candidate will also benefit from fruitful collaborations with Associate Professor W. Daniel Kissling(Amsterdam University), and Assistant Professor Brody Sandel(Santa Clara University, California). As part of the PhD study, it is expected that the candidate visits collaborators likely at Santa Clara University and/or Amsterdam University for 4-6 months.
The PhD student will follow courses according to the university’s PhD program. The candidate is also expected to engage in teaching within ecology, global change biology, and ecosystem modelling and be involved in project-based student supervision within the section. All educational programs at Aalborg University are based on Problem Based Learning, with projects making up half the teaching load at all semesters. For more information see www.en.bio.aau.dk
APPLICATION
The application must contain:(1) Cover letter of 1-2 pages describing the motivation for applying and an account of the applicant’s background in relation to the announced position;(2) Project description, which is required for technical reasons– in this case, where you apply for a specific project, you may upload a copy of the project description above;(3) CV;(4) Diploma and transcripts of records; and(5) Other relevant information.
All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background. We value diversity and see it as a strength. For further information about scientific aspects of the stipend, please contact Assistant Professor Michael Ørsted(moer@bio.aau.dk) or Professor Per Halkjær Nielsen(phn@bio.aau.dk).
The Department of Chemistry and Bioscience provides cutting-edge research and teaching in biotechnology, biology, environmental science, chemistry and chemical engineering. Our research solves important topics for the benefit of society, and through research-based teaching, we educate independent, collaborative and solution-oriented bachelors, graduates and PhDs.
We are a dynamic workplace with high professionalism and efficiency, a good working environment and with a focus on work-life balance. We strive for a culture with collaboration that promotes openness and curiosity towards new initiatives and ideas and with a constructive approach to problem solving. As an employee at the department, you will be part of an international research environment, with a focus on innovation, knowledge sharing and excellency as well as interdisciplinary collaborations.
At the department, we have high-profile research groups and individual researchers who deliver world-class applied and basic scientific research with a mission-driven approach, and who contribute to the development of new technologies, methods, and new basic insights within natural science and engineering. The department is divided into two sections: Section for Bioscience and Engineering and Section for Chemical Science and Engineering, as well as one administration. Both sections have activities on both Aalborg and Esbjerg campuses. The day-to-day management is handled by the head of department, the deputy heads of research and education, and the head of the secretariat in collaboration with section leaders.
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years.
Integrated PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who has not yet completed a Master’s degree and who wish to begin the PhD study in connection with the Master study. Thus a prerequisite for acceptance is that the candidate is enrolled in a relevant Master’s programme, such as Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science or similar. Excellent oral and written English language skills are a requirement. Experience with glass science and/or structure characterization is an advantage.
The integrated stipend consists of two parts, A and B. During part A you are enrolled simultaneous in the Master’s programme and in the PhD programme. The stipend consists of two SU-PhD Grants per month(SU=The Danish students’ Grants and Loans Scheme). One SU-PhD grant equals DKK 6.397 kr.(2023 level). SU-PhD Grants are paid for a maximum of two years. When the Master’s degree has been obtained, you will be employed for two years as a PhD fellow according to the present collective agreement. Part B has a maximum duration of two years.
It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that subsequent to the deadline for applications the head of department supported by the chair of the assessment committee will select candidates for assessment. All applicants will be informed whether they will be assessed or not.
For further information about stipends and salary as well as practical issues concerning the application procedure contact Vigdis Skomager-Bohnfeldt, The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science, email:vkns@adm.aau.dk, phone:+45 9940 7408
For more information of The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science: www.phd.engineering.aau.dk
The application is only to be submitted online by using the "Apply online" button below.
AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.
Wages and employment
Appointment and salary as a PhD fellow are according to the Ministry of Finance Circular of 15 December 2021 on the Collective Agreement for Academics in Denmark, Appendix 5, regarding PhD fellows, and with the current Circular of 11 December 2019 on the employment structure at Danish universities. Allocation of SU-PhD Grants are according to the Ministerial Order on the State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme part 12, section II.
Ref number:18-23027
Deadline: 18.05.2023
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