About the position
PhD: Modelling non-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture
Institution: Wageningen University & Research
Organisation/Company: Wageningen University & Research
Research Field: Agricultural sciences » Agronomics
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
The Earth Systems and Global Change Group at Wageningen University and Research invites applications for a PhD position (4 years) in “Modelling non-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture” starting in September 2026.
This PhD project aims to advance monitoring, reporting, verification (MRV) systems and mitigation strategies for reducing agricultural GHG emissions by systematically evaluating and improving the accuracy, effectiveness, efficiency, and usability of both established and emerging MRV tools, as part of an exciting HORIOZON project entitled MARVELA.
The research will focus on key agricultural practices, including animal husbandry, manure management, livestock feeding and grazing, soil tillage, fertilizer application, and liming, across diverse pedo-climatic zones and farming systems.
Your duties and responsibilities include:
As a PhD researcher, you will expand and improve an existing modelling framework to predict direct and indirect nitrous oxide and methane emissions from agriculture.
Specific Requirements
enthusiasm to do a PhD project at Wageningen University for four years.
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment.
In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will receive a fully funded PhD position and you will be offered a course program tailored to your needs and the research team.
We offer a temporary contract for 18 months which will be extended for the duration of the project if you perform well.
Our recruitment and selection policy sets out the conditions that apply specifically to you as a (former) employee.
You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval.
To apply, please send the following documents (max. 3 pages in total ):
You can apply up to and including 9 October 2026.
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) highly values diversity and inclusion because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions.
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Company/Institute: Wageningen University & Research
What you’ll bring
- experience in data analysis, quantitative modeling and programming (e.g., R, python);
- experience with publishing peer-reviewed academic journals is appreciated;
- a successfully completed MSc degree in environmental sciences, agricultural studies, or similar with a strong quantitative background;
- If you have any questions, we are happy to help.
- Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.
At a glance
- Position type
- PhD
- Institution
- Wageningen University & Research
- Department
- Not stated
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Wageningen, Netherlands, NL
- Supervisor / contact person
- Dr. Gerard Ros, Dr. Mengru Wang, Dr. Erik Meers
- Funding
- Fully funded
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will receive a fully funded PhD position and you will be offered a course program tailored to your needs and the research team.
The gross salary for the first year is € 3,204,- per month rising to € 4,051,- in the fourth year in according to the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU) (scale P).
Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands. - Duration
- 18 months
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-466386
Research focus
- Discipline
- Not stated
- Research area
- Not stated
- Methods
- Not stated
- Software
- Python
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 18 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 09 Oct 2026 · 21:59 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 18 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 18 Sep 2026
2026-10-09T21:59:59+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 9 Oct 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)
This PhD project aims to advance monitoring, reporting, verification (MRV) systems and mitigation strategies for reducing agricultural GHG emissions by systematically evaluating and improving the accuracy, effectiveness, efficiency, and usability of both established and emerging MRV tools, as part of an exciting HORIOZON project entitled MARVELA. The research will focus on key agricultural practices, including animal husbandry, manure management, livestock feeding and grazing, soil tillage, fertilizer application, and liming, across diverse pedo-climatic zones and farming systems. By adopting a holistic, systems-oriented perspective, this project will generate harmonized metrics that enable consistent, transparent, and comparable assessments across regions and practices, while simultaneously providing new scientific insights to inform the development and implementation of robust mitigation measures for the achievement of climate neutrality goals.
Where to apply
For this position your command of the English language is expected to be at C1 level. Sometimes it is necessary to submit an internationally recognised Certificate of Proficiency in the English Language. More information can be found here.
We encourage development and internal mobility within our organisation. Our recruitment and selection policy sets out the conditions that apply specifically to you as a (former) employee. If you have any questions, we are happy to help.
Ready to apply?
You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval. Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/363990/phd-modelling-non-co2-greenhouse-gas-emissions-from-agriculture/apply/
Contact: gerard.ros@wur.nljessa.rozema-stol@wur.nl
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