EASTBIO PhD: Soil pH and Carbon Sequestration
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Science
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Research Scientist, Biology
Job Description & How to Apply Below
EASTBIO PhD:
Soil pH and Carbon Sequestration
University of Aberdeen
United Kingdom
Apply by 16 Nov 2026
About This OpportunityUniversity of Aberdeen offers eastbio phd: soil ph and carbon sequestration in Aberdeen. The specific focus is the project examines whether targeted soil ph management can improve the retention of carbon.
The project examines whether targeted soil pH management can improve the retention of carbon. Field and laboratory work will investigate pH-dependent cation exchange capacity in coarse soils, enzyme responses, mineral-organic carbon interactions and soil-management regimes, informing a predictive carbon-sequestration model. The advertised activities and techniques include field sampling, soil enzymatic assays, cation exchange capacity measurement, carbon analysis, predictive modelling.
Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For:
Based on the documented research scope, this may particularly suit soil science or environmental biology applicants interested in field-to-model land management research.
Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable: EASTBIO award selected competitively;
Home-only part-time option and no visa-cost reimbursement for international awardees.
Overall Opportunity Assessment:
The advertised work connects field sampling, soil enzymatic assays, cation exchange capacity measurement, carbon analysis, predictive modelling. Its distinguishing purpose is the project examines whether targeted soil pH management can improve the retention of carbon. Applicants should assess the documented academic and practical constraints before proceeding.
field sampling soil enzymatic assays cation exchange capacity measurement carbon analysis predictive modelling
Level PhD
Duration 4 years
Programme EASTBIO BBSRC Doctoral Training Partnership
Organization Type University
Funding & CompensationAmount Scholarship
Funding Type Scholarship
UKRI/EASTBIO funding requirements apply; international entrants are subject to a 30% cap and must fund visa and health surcharge costs.
Requirements EducationAt least a UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; 2:2 may be considered with distinction/commendation at master’s level.
ExperienceTechnical Skills field sampling soil enzymatic assays cation exchange capacity measurement carbon analysis predictive modelling
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