Doctoral fellow

Last application date
May 23, 2024 00:00
Department
LA20 - Department of Environment
Contract
Limited duration
Degree
MSc in Bioscience Engineering or similar
Occupancy rate
100%
Vacancy type
Research staff

Job description

To perform research on machine learning applied to the understanding and prediction of extreme hydroclimatic events.

Job profile

  • Researchers must hold an MSc in domains related to Earth science and engineering.
  • Required background on Hydrology.
  • Knowledge of numerical modelling and computer programming, preferably Python. – Experience with machine learning models.
  • Excellent level of English, both oral and written.
  • Creative, critical and analytical mindset; capable of working in groups.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • We offer a full-time position as a doctoral fellow, consisting of an initial period of 12 months, which - after a positive evaluation, will be extended to a total maximum of 48 months.
  • Your contract will start on September 1, 2024 at the earliest.
  • The fellowship amount is 100% of the net salary of an AAP member in equal family circumstances. The individual fellowship amount is determined by the Department of Personnel and Organization based on family status and seniority. A grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax. Click here for more information about our salary scales
  • All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits (in Dutch).

How to apply