PhD (m/f/x)

Subject: Simulation of the transport and fate of microplastic in lakes

Earliest starting date: 1
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April 2019, working time: 75% (29,25 hours per week), limited to 3 years, subject to the provision of funds.

Your tasks:

• Application of CFD models to simulate transport of MP in lakes
• Calibration of CFD or other numerical lake models to lake-mesocosm experiments
• Support lake-mesocosm experiments conducted by another PhD student
• Evaluation of transport mechanisms for MP in lakes
• Preparation of scientific papers on the transport and fate of MP in lakes

Your profile:

The potential candidate should have a Master’s degree and a strong background in at least one of the following disciplines:

• limnology/hydrology
• hydraulics
• civil or environmental engineering
• geosciences or environmental sciences (with a focus on water)

The application should include:

• a detailed CV (including names and addresses of two potential referees)
• a letter of motivation
• pdf-copies of certificates
• pdf-copies of relevant published work (if applicable).

We offer:

• Top level interdisciplinary research at a research centre which enjoys an excellent reputation within Germany as well as internationally
• Excellent technical facilities
• Work in inter-disciplinary and multinational teams
• Excellent links to national and international research networks

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