Introduction

The studentship is open for highly motivated international candidates who need financial support to complete a PhD degree program atWageningen University & Research. Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is a renowned institution at the forefront of addressing global challenges related to food, agriculture, and the environment. Located in the Netherlands, WUR is internationally recognized for its interdisciplinary approach to research and education. With a focus on harnessing the potential of nature to enhance the quality of life, WUR collaborates across various disciplines, including biology, agriculture, environmental science, and economics.

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by Wageningen University & Research
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
• Hold an MSc degree in Biology, Plant Sciences, Plant Biotechnology, or a related field with a specialization in insect-plant or pathogen-plant interactions
• Demonstrate experience in bioassays with plants and insects/pathogens, as well as molecular techniques such as RNA/DNA extraction and (q)PCR
• Possess knowledge on plant defenses and effector biology
• Motivated to expand transcriptomics and proteomics data analysis skills
• Exhibit enthusiasm to work on the genomics of insects, plants, and their microbiome
• Willingness to supervise undergraduate students
• Pro-active team player with a commitment to obtaining a PhD
• Good oral and written communication skills, with fluency in English.

Offered Benefits

• The successful candidate will receive excellent terms of employment, including:
• Fully funded PhD position • Tailored course program
• Flexible working hours for optimal work-life balance
• Sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave
• Access to sports facilities on campus
• Strong focus on vitality and well-being
• Opportunity for internal advancement and mobility
• Pleasant and open working atmosphere at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland
• Gross salary ranging from €2,770 to €3,539 per month according to the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU)

For more information about the position, please contact Dr. Karen Kloth () or Dr. Astrid Bryon ().

For inquiries regarding the application process, please reach out to Noorien Abbas, corporate recruiter, at .

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply directly through the vacancy page on the Wageningen University & Research website. Applications must be submitted by Mon 6 May 2024.

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