PhD Fellowship in Environmental Justice:NMBU 1121 views

Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) and the Department of International Environment and Development Studies (Noragric) at the Faculty of Landscape and Society invites applications for a doctoral fellowship in International Environment and Development Studies (Environmental Justice).

The selected candidate is expected to start the doctoral studies in August/September 2017

Qualifications:

• Applicant must hold research-based master’s degree with a GPA of B or better in a relevant field
• Applicant must possess proficiency in English
• Applicant with Research and/or working experience in developing countries will be considered an additional desirable qualification.
• Applicant must demonstrate Interdisciplinary background; training in environmental governance, environmental sciences, ecological economics, or environmental law.

Duration: 3 or 4 years, depending on duty work for the department.

Salary: The salary starts at level 50 (NOK 435 100 per annum) and follows ordinary meriting regulations. There are additional fundings available for running expenses for the PhD studies.

Application:

Applications must include:

• Letter of intent
• Draft research proposal (max. 4000 words)
• Applicant’s complete CV
• Certified copies of relevant transcripts
• Names and contact details for 2 references.
• The topic of the proposal should fall within International Environment and Development Studies, concentrating on the thematic foci mentioned above.
• The shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview as a part of the evaluation.
• Applicants invited for an interview are expected to present original diplomas and certificates.
• Apply online