University of Twente Announces Fully Funded Environmental PhD Positions
Enschede, Monday, 28 April 2025.
The University of Twente offers two fully funded PhD positions in environmental science, focusing on urban water quality and drought resilience, commencing September 2025. Application deadlines in May 2025.
Research Focus and Compensation
The two positions focus on critical environmental challenges: urban water quality under drought conditions and upscaling drought resilience from species to landscape level [1]. Successful candidates will receive competitive compensation packages ranging from €2,901 to €3,707 gross per month [1], complemented by an 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus [1].
Research Environment and Resources
The University of Twente, situated in Enschede, Netherlands, offers these positions within its renowned research ecosystem that includes over 58,987 published articles and 27,696 conference contributions [2]. The university’s commitment to environmental science is evident through its specialized research centers, including the Twente Water Center [5], positioning it as a hub for innovative environmental research.
Application Requirements and Deadlines
Prospective candidates must possess an MSc degree in Remote Sensing, Spatial Analysis, or Data Science, along with proficiency in Python and/or R programming [1]. The application deadlines are May 25, 2025, for the urban water quality position and May 31, 2025, for the drought resilience position [1]. Interested candidates can contact Dr. Wietske Bijker or Prof. Wieteke Willemen for additional information [1].
International Research Community
The positions are part of a broader research community at the University of Twente, which has demonstrated significant output in environmental and sustainability studies [2]. The university’s international focus is reflected in its current research initiatives, including earth observation-based workflows for ecosystem restoration effectiveness [6] and various environmental impact studies.
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