PhD: Biodiversity in Industrial Landscapes

University of Limerick; Ireland; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded PhD

Stipend €25,000/year

EU tuition fees covered

Training and conference opportunities

Job summary

The University of Limerick invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship in Environmental Science / Ecology. The project investigates how biodiversity and ecosystem services can be enhanced within industrial landscapes through evidence-based land management, combining field surveys with experimental interventions.

The PhD will be based at UL in collaboration with industry partners, offering training in ecology, biodiversity monitoring, GIS, and ecosystem service assessment, with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Geography, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline.
• Bachelor's degree with evidence of relevant field research experience is acceptable.
• Interest in biodiversity assessment, ecological restoration, ecosystem services or environmental management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
• A full driving licence is desirable for fieldwork at partner sites.

Responsibilities

• Investigate how biodiversity and ecosystem services can be enhanced within industrial landscapes through land management strategies.
• Combine ecological field surveys with experimental management interventions.
• Develop practical recommendations to enhance biodiversity and environmental performance while maintaining site functionality.
• Collaborate with industry partners and undertake training in ecology, biodiversity monitoring, GIS, and ecosystem service assessment.
• Publish findings and contribute to real-world impact over a four-year PhD.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Independent worker & team player

Education

Master's degree in Ecology/Environmental Science/Geography/Natural Resource Management or related field

Bachelor's degree with relevant field research experience

Tools

GIS

Remote sensing

Statistical analysis

Job description

The University of Limerick invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship in Environmental Science / Ecology. The project investigates how biodiversity and ecosystem services can be enhanced within industrial landscapes through evidence-based land management, combining field surveys with experimental interventions.

The PhD will be based at UL in collaboration with industry partners, offering training in ecology, biodiversity monitoring, GIS, and ecosystem service assessment, with