Sd-25094 Phd in Relationship Between Drought and

Description
**Temporary contract | up to 48 months (14 months initial contract) | Belvaux**:
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**Are you passionate about research? So are we Come and join us**:
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By generating relevant scientific knowledge and converting knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.

To address the urgent societal need for science-based management recommendations for forests under increasing pressure, and to leverage on the fast-developing expertise in multi-disciplinary forest research in Luxembourg, LIST, in collaboration with the University of Luxembourg and the Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research, has formed a dedicated doctoral training unit (DTU) on “Forest function under stress” (FORFUS). It consists of 4 inter-linked research clusters, focusing on below-ground processes, tree and canopy processes, remote sensing observations, and prediction and valuation of forest functions, providing a holistic view on forests as complex systems. See the project website to find out more about the FORFUS doctoral training unit: here

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**How will you contribute?**:
The increase of the frequency and intensity of droughts and heatwaves due to climate change will likely decrease the resilience of forests to cope with toxic atmospheric inputs (e.g., those of ammonia (NH3), but also ozone (O3)). Dry deposition fluxes of reactive nitrogen, including O3 are linked to transpiration and photosynthesis (stomata uptake and release), which are the result of supply-demand interactions (net radiation, atmospheric dryness, and soil moisture) and the ecophysiological response of trees. Additionally, climate change-induced trends in precipitation patterns are likely to modify the partitioning between wet and dry deposition nitrogen budgets.

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**Education**

You hold a MSc or equivalent in Meteorology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related discipline in the Geosciences

**Experience and skills**
- You have a strong interest in the interaction of air quality, climate and the biosphere. A background in micrometeorology would be ideal but is not required. Experience in data science methods or artificial intelligence would be a strong asset.
- You enjoy both data analysis and field observation. Scripting and programming experience are essential.
- You like working in a team, explaining and presenting research ideas and results.

**Language skills**
- Very good level of written and spoken English.

**Your LIST benefits**:

- An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
- Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
- Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do
- An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
- Personalized learning programme to foster our staff’s soft and technical skills
- Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
- Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
- Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
- 32 days’ paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
- Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers
- A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience
- A scientific CV with contact details
- List of publications and patents (if applicable)
- Contact details of 2 references

**Application procedure and conditions**

We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.

LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.

(National Institute for Public Health and the Environment, Netherlands).

**PhD additional conditions**:

- Work location: Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST), Belvaux, Luxembourg
- PhD enrolment: University of Luxembourg, Belval, Luxembourg in coordination wit