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Are you interested in biogenic reef restoration and want to contribute to the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration aims? Investigating in new hatchery protocols to produce key protected species such as the Northern horse mussel and follow the deployment in restored reefs? Here is an opportunity for you.
At DTU’s National Institute of Aquatic Resources, we offer a 3-year PhD student position with focus on hatchery production of the Northern horse mussel, Modiolus modiolus (Linnaus, 1758), for reef restoration. You will be employed in the Section for Coastal Ecology to develop the hatchery production of horse mussel spat under the framework of the BioReef project (BioReef ). During your scholarship, you will gain scientific expertise in marine biology, bivalve physiology and cultivation, water quality monitoring, ecosystem services, and providing management recommendations for horse mussel reef restoration. You will be positioned in at the DTU Aqua site in Nykøbing Mors (Northern Jutland) with shorter stays at the section’s facility in Kgs. Lyngby when required.
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in restoring biogenic reefs around the world to contribute to halt the degradation of ecosystems. Only a few attempts have been initiated to restore horse mussel reefs. This PhD project will contribute to the development and provide novel hatchery protocols for large-scale production of horse mussel spat that can be deployed for reef restoration purposes. The Northern horse mussel is one of the larger and long-lived (>45 years) reef-forming bivalve species in European waters. Horse mussel beds are classified as threatened and declining habitats by the sea conventions OSPAR and HELCOM. In the project, you will build on existing knowledge developed at DTU Aqua in a team dedicated to bivalve production for reef restoration and aquaculture. You will acquire new scientific expertise to produce horse mussel spat on a large scale for reef restoration. You will study the growing conditions requirements in a hatchery setting for successful larvae production, and test for suitable substrates for horse mussel settlement in the hatchery. The hatchery produced horse mussel spat will be deployed in the field and the initial survival and growth performance of the horse mussel reef will be studied.
Responsibilities and qualifications
You will be responsible for conducting experimental research on horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus
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in a hatchery setting from brood stock to spat, to secure horse mussel spat production for reef restoration. You will focus on developing methods for producing spats on different cultch and evaluate the performance of the mussels on cultch in the restored habitat(s).
Your responsibility and tasks will be to:
- Plan and complete laboratory experiments and hatchery 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 horse mussel and other bivalve cultures, water quality data collection in the hatchery and in the field.
- Complete the required PhD school courses and external stays to develop and expand your scientific expertise.
- Disseminate scientific results in peer-reviewed articles and assist in scientific advice to Danish ministries and agencies.
- 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 and hatchery work.
- Strong knowledge of basic marine biology.
- Experience in laboratory work, hatchery production 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 at the DTU Aqua facility in Nykøbing Mors and the Institute headquarter at Lyngby for shorter 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, Senior Consultant Grete Elisabeth Dinesen, and Head of Section for Coastal Ecology Professor Jens Kjerulf Petersen. First rounds of interviews will be carried out in week 8 and with follow-up interviews in week 9 2024.
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 http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths.
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 .
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 8 February 2024
(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.
DTU Aqua, Technical University of Denmark
DTU Aqua – National Institute of Aquatic Resources – works for well-functioning oceans, rivers, and lakes where biodiversity can thrive. Our research, advisory service, and education contribute to the development of a sustainable blue bioeconomy, robust aquatic ecosystems, and reduced effects of climate change. We have a large national and international network and cooperate with research partners, public authorities, industry, and NGOs. We have state-of-the-art research facilities and Denmark’s only ocean- and arctic-going research vessel. The Institute has 360 employees, one-half being scientific staff, including 50 PhD students. More than 35 nationalities are represented at the Institute, and we support an equal gender distribution. We are located in Lyngby, Hirtshals, Nykøbing Mors, and Silkeborg and have regular activities in Greenland. Learn more on aqua.dtu.dk
Section for Coastal Ecology 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.
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: 08-02-2024; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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