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At DTU’s National Institute of Aquatic Resources, we offer a 3-year PhD student position with focus on horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus ) production in our newly built low trophic species hatchery and nursery (learn more about the hatchery ) located at the Danish Shellfish Centre in Nykøbing Mors. In parallel to the European flat oyster restoration research and research development conducted in the hatchery, you will be employed in the Section for Coastal Ecology to develop the production of horse mussel seed in the framework of the BioReef project (BioReef ). During your scholarship, you will gain scientific expertise in marine biology, physiology, environmental interactions, water monitoring, ecosystem services, bivalve production cultivation and how to make management recommendations for horse mussel restoration.
Your PhD project will provide tools and protocols for horse mussel production for restoration purposes. Horse mussels are one of the charismatic key organisms in European waters able to live up to 100y providing ecosystem services. Horse mussel beds are OSPAR threatened and declining habitat classified. In your project, you will build on existing knowledge developed at DTU Aqua regarding shellfish production in hatchery and broodstock management in a team dedicated to shellfish production for restoration and aquaculture. You will acquire new scientific expertise to produce horse mussels on a large scale for restoration. You will study the environmental conditions requirements in hatchery for larvae production, compare substrates for horse mussel deployment in the field, follow horse mussel reef development and develop monitoring and biosecurity measures.
Responsibilities and qualifications
You will be responsible for conducting experimental research on horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus
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in hatchery setting from broodstock to spat, to secure horse mussel spat production for restoration. You will focus on developing methods for producing spats on different cultch and evaluate their suitability in the restored habitat(s).
Your responsibility and tasks will be to:
- Plan and complete laboratory experiments and work following the reproduction cycle of horse mussel with respect to biosecurity measures.
- Contribute to the daily routine and work tasks of the section, incl. feed and maintain the horse mussel, water quality data collection in the hatchery and in the field.
- Complete various PhD school courses and external stays to develop and expand your expertise.
- Disseminate scientific results in peer-reviewed articles and assist in scientific advice to Danish ministries.
- Attend conferences to present your research and expand your academic network.
You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.
Your desired traits and skills:
- Curiosity and high motivation for marine research.
- Accuracy and patience for laboratory work.
- Strong knowledge of basic marine biology.
- Experience in laboratory work, aquaculture system and field work.
- Analytical skills and experience in statistical analysis.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and be flexible.
- Capacity to travel between your main working place in Nykøbing Mors and the DTU Aqua facility in Lyngby for short stays.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education
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Assessment
An assessment of the applicants will be made by Senior Researcher Camille Saurel, Senior Researcher Pernille Nielsen and Head of Section Professor Jens Kjerulf Petersen.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here .
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Senior Researcher Camille Saurel at DTU Aqua, ph. +45 61 15 01 62; email: csau@aqua.dtu.dk
You can read more about DTU Aqua at https://www.aqua.dtu.dk/ ; Section for Coastal Ecology at https://coast.dtu.dk/english .
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 10 September 2023 (23:59 Danish time).
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma including official description of grading scale
- Brief research proposal (1-2 pages) outlining ideas in terms of addressing the research topics provided in the short description of the PhD project above. Candidates are encouraged to include relevant references to support their research proposal.
You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
Section for Coastal Ecology at DTU Aqua, Technical University of Denmark
Section for Coastal Ecology at DTU Aqua conducts research within the ecology of the coastal zone from nutrient dynamics to fish as well as the coastal zone as a fishing ground and production area for low-trophic aquaculture. Our core research areas are aquaculture of low-trophic species i.e. bivalves and seaweed, fisheries and effects of fishery and seaweed collection in the coastal zone, marine habitats and their importance in the coastal zone for biodiversity and fish. The results of the research are largely translated into practice through advice to public management and the industry. We have a strong national and international collaboration network of universities, research institutions, and industry.
The purpose of DTU Aqua is to provide research, advice and education at the highest international level within the sustainable exploitation of living marine and freshwater resources, the biology of aquatic organisms and the dynamics of ecosystems as well as their integration in ecosystem-based management. DTU Aqua has ca. 350 employees, of whom a third are scientific staff. The other employees are assistant biologists, laboratory technicians, IT employees, administrative staff, ship’s crew, student assistants etc. The institute is organized into 10t scientific sections that carry out the research, educational and advisory activities. In addition, the institute has a number of scientific and administrative support functions, including the research vessel DANA. DTU Aqua has employees in Kgs. Lyngby, Silkeborg, Nykøbing Mors and Hirtshals as well as on Dana.
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Morsø Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
DTU Aqua (Nykøbing Mors), Øroddevej, 7900 Nykøbing M
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 10-09-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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