PhD student on Key Performance Indicators for biodiversity-inclusive agriculture (NWO-KIC project RISE, vacancy 16985)
Leiden University, Faculty of Science, Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML)
Who can apply: A master’s degree in biology, environmental sciences or a related field, an interest in biodiversity research in agricultural or horticultural settings, excellent written and spoken English, and willingness to do fieldwork in Dutch farming regions. Speaking Dutch is a strong advantage but not stated as required. What is funded: A salaried PhD employment, starting with a one-year contract and extendable up to four years on performance. Pay follows scale P of the Dutch universities collective agreement, EUR 3,204 to EUR 4,051 gross a month full time, with holiday pay and a year-end bonus. Deadline: Applications close Monday 23 November 2026; applications received after this date will not be considered. No closing time is stated. Round: Vacancy 16985.
Read the full call and apply on the official page: Leiden University, Faculty of Science, Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), official page.
Who can apply
- A master's degree in biology, environmental sciences or a related field, an interest in biodiversity research in agricultural or horticultural settings, excellent written and spoken English, and willingness to do fieldwork in Dutch farming regions. Speaking Dutch is a strong advantage but not stated as required.
Stage dates
Header says applying is possible until 23 November 2026; body says applications received after this date will not be considered.23 November 2026
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