PhD: Pond Ecosystem Functions & Terrestrial–Freshwater BEF

Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya; Moncada; Presencial; EUR 12.000 - 18.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Desertification Research Centre (CIDE-CSIC) invites applications for a pre-doctoral research position as part of the WaterLand project, focusing on BEF relationships across freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems in Mediterranean landscapes.

The successful candidate will combine experiments and field observations, with opportunities for international stays and conference participation. The Doctorate program is integrated at the University of Valencia and funded by the Generalitat de Valencia.

Formación

• BSc and MSc in biology or ecology, aquatic or environmental sciences, or related fields.
• Knowledge of aquatic ecology, including impacts of climate change and human pressures on freshwater ecosystems.
• Experience with freshwater biodiversity, including macrophytes, zooplankton, macroinvertebrates or amphibians.
• Knowledge of statistical approaches and R programming.
• Excellent English skills for oral and written communication, and a willingness to learn Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Develop initiative through laboratory and field campaigns.
• Investigate the BEF interactions in response to Global Change.
• Study the terrestrial-freshwater linkages, focusing on how terrestrial vegetation affects water‑soil bacterial communities.
• Participate in national and international conferences.
• Undertake international research stays to expand technical skills and collaborations.

Conocimientos

Aquatic ecology knowledge

Freshwater biodiversity experience

R programming

Statistical approaches

English language skills

Educación

BSc in biology or ecology

MSc in biology or ecology

Descripción del empleo

The Desertification Research Centre (CIDE-CSIC) invites applications for a pre-doctoral research position as part of the WaterLand project, focusing on BEF relationships across freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems in Mediterranean landscapes.

The successful candidate will combine experiments and field observations, with opportunities for international stays and conference participation. The Doctorate program is integrated at the University of Valencia and funded by the Generalitat de Valencia.