Four (4) PhD Scholarships, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain (2016)

The Institute of Environmental Science and Technology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (ICTA-UAB) offers 4 scholarships to candidates who would like to pursue their PhD degree at ICTA within the Strategic Research Programme ICTA-UAB María de Maeztu, Programme for Units of Excellence in R&D (MDM-2015-0552). The positions are related to the call “Ayudas para contratos predoctorales para la formación de doctores 2016” of the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness (MINECO).

ICTA-UAB is implementing a Strategic Research Programme intended to consolidate its scientific capabilities, contribute to the leadership of Spanish research and act as an international pole of attraction for talent. The plan addresses major global environmental and sustainability challenges related to anthropogenic climate change, focusing on establishing the current state of knowledge on climate change and its socio-economic impacts, and on putting forward transformative solutions at the local and regional levels.

Qualifications
The fellowships are open to truly outstanding candidates with distinguished curricula and proven ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish. We expect candidates with studies in environmental and earth sciences, chemistry, biology, geography or the social sciences (sociology, anthropology, political science, economics and business). Interdisciplinary experience is highly appreciated, as projects encompass multidisciplinary teams with expertise in the natural sciences, technology studies and social sciences. Successful candidates must hold a master’s degree or equivalent at the time of recruitment and have competent skills in statistics and research methods.

Further details:
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