PhD in Remote Sensing & Ecosystem Resilience – Lund

About the Program

Lund University in Sweden is offering a fully-funded PhD position in Remote Sensing and Ecosystem Resilience within the Department of Environmental and Earth Sciences. The project, titled “Impact of extreme weather events on the global gross primary production”, focuses on understanding how ecosystems respond to extreme weather events and their role in the global carbon cycle. The doctoral research combines remote sensing techniques, ecosystem science, and time series analysis to map ecosystem resilience and assess vegetation productivity on a global scale. This interdisciplinary position aligns with Lund University’s goal of addressing climate change and sustainability challenges and offers the opportunity to collaborate with international researchers while contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Candidates will engage in research, coursework, and limited teaching duties (up to 20% of working time).

Program Details

Position: Fully-funded PhD Position / Doctoral Researcher
Institution: Lund University
Department/Faculty: Department of Environmental and Earth Sciences
Supervisor: Not specified
Location: Lund, Sweden
Start Date (Anticipated): Early 2026
Duration: Up to 5 years (including 20% departmental duties)
Funding: Full PhD studentship
Working Hours: Full-time
Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in natural sciences

Research Focus/Area

Physical Geography
Ecosystem Science
Remote Sensing
Climate Change & Climatology
Vegetation Dynamics & Biogeochemistry
Global Gross Primary Production

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in physical geography, ecosystem sciences, or related natural sciences
Proven experience in scientific writing in English

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in ecosystem sciences
Expertise in remote sensing methods and time series analysis
Knowledge of plant physiology, ecological restoration, and vegetation productivity modelling
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in research projects
Very good oral and written proficiency in English

Key Features of the Program

Participation in structured doctoral coursework
Exposure to an international research environment
Opportunities for conference and research travel funding
Access to advanced lab and computational resources
Interdisciplinary collaboration across climate, ecology, and geoscience fields

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit your application online in English via the Lund University portal. Applications must include:

Cover letter detailing motivation and alignment with the research project
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Degree certificate(s)
Contact details for at least two referees
Optional: grade transcripts, recommendation letters, and other supporting documents