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Wageningen University & Research (WUR), one of the world's leading institutions in agriculture, environmental sciences, food technology, biotechnology, and sustainability, is currently recruiting PhD candidates across multiple interdisciplinary research projects. These positions provide the opportunity to work with internationally recognized researchers while addressing global challenges such as climate change, food security, urban resilience, pest management, food safety, and soil microbiology. Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary under the Dutch Universities Collective Labour Agreement (CAO-NU), extensive employee benefits, professional development opportunities, and relocation support for international applicants. Why Choose Wageningen University & Research? Wageningen University & Research is consistently ranked among the world's best universities in agriculture, environmental science, ecology, and life sciences. As a PhD candidate at WUR, you...

Wageningen University & Research (WUR), one of the world's leading life sciences universities, is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in the Environmental Technology Group . This exciting doctoral project is part of the UNITED (Understanding and Narrowing Impacts of Targeted N₂O Emissions in Deammonification) consortium, where researchers collaborate with Dutch water authorities, wastewater treatment companies, and technology providers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater treatment plants. If you have a background in environmental science, water technology, biotechnology, chemical engineering, or biobased sciences , this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to climate-neutral wastewater treatment while pursuing your PhD in the Netherlands. Position Overview Details           Information Position           PhD Candidate Research Area           Environmental...

Wageningen University & Research (WUR), one of the world's leading agricultural universities, is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in Optimization of Sustainable Agri-Food Supply Chains under Climate Risk . This exciting doctoral project combines climate science, advanced optimization modelling, operations research, and food systems to develop innovative solutions for climate-resilient agricultural supply chains across Europe. Application Deadline: 17 August 2026 Location: Wageningen, Netherlands Starting Date: November 2026 Duration: 4 Years (18-month contract initially, extendable upon satisfactory performance) About the PhD Project Climate change is increasingly disrupting agricultural production through heatwaves, floods, droughts, and other extreme weather events . Agricultural supply chains must become more resilient to continue ensuring food security. This PhD project focuses on designing future-proof agricultural supply chains capable of adapti...

The University of Tuscia (UNITUS), Italy , has officially opened applications for its 42nd Cycle (2026/2027) PhD Programs . The university offers fully funded doctoral scholarships , industrial PhD positions, and non-funded places across multiple research disciplines. The call welcomes Italian and international applicants from all nationalities who wish to pursue a three-year doctoral degree in one of Italy's leading research universities. Whether your background is in agriculture, environmental sciences, biotechnology, engineering, economics, humanities, or social sciences, this is an excellent opportunity to undertake advanced research in Europe. Scholarship Summary Details           Information Host University           University of Tuscia (UNITUS) Country           Italy Degree Level           PhD Program Cycle           XLII (42nd ...

Are you passionate about climate science, experimental physics, environmental monitoring, and smart agriculture? The Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD Position in Microclimate Sensing – Experimental Research within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. This exciting doctoral project aims to solve one of the biggest challenges in modern greenhouse horticulture: developing high-resolution microclimate observation systems that enable energy-efficient crop production and optimized greenhouse environments. Applications are open until 15 July 2026 . About the Project Greenhouse horticulture and vertical farming are increasingly important for sustainable food production. However, understanding the microclimate inside crop canopies remains a major scientific challenge. Small variations in: Temperature Humidity Carbon dioxide (CO₂) Airflow Radiation can significantly influence crop productivity and energy use. The project ai...

The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF, Switzerland, is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD Position in Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) Innovative Sensor Developmen t . This exciting doctoral opportunity combines snow hydrology, environmental monitoring, sensor technology, particle physics, and alpine field research within the framework of the Swiss National Competence Center Muoniverse . The position is based in Davos, Switzerland , one of the world's leading centers for snow and avalanche research. About WSL-SLF The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF is part of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) and belongs to the prestigious ETH Domain. WSL conducts internationally recognized research on: Climate change Snow science Hydrology Natural hazards Forest ecosystems Sustainable environmental management The SLF campus in Davos employs approximately 180 researchers, engineers, and technical staff dedicated to advan...