About the Programme
FCiências.ID, in collaboration with the University of Lisbon, invites applications for a fully funded PhD fellowship in Earth Sciences and Environmental Modelling. This Research Fellowship (BI) offers an excellent opportunity for a PhD researcher to join the Horizon Europe project WorldTrans – Transparent Assessments for Real People, hosted by FCiências.ID – Association for Research and Development of Sciences. The research will take place at the Institute Dom Luiz (IDL), Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon, under the supervision of Professor Alexandre C. Köberle, with co-supervision from Cristina Branquinho. The fellowship centres on environmental modelling, systems dynamics, biodiversity indicators, and analysing interactions between human and natural systems. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and international research activities, the project advances global sustainability, climate modelling, and nature-based scenario development. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in global environmental assessments and cutting-edge modelling approaches.
Programme Details
- Position: Fully funded PhD Research Fellowship (BI)
- Institution: FCiências.ID – Association for Research and Development of Sciences
- Department/Faculty: Institute Dom Luiz (IDL), Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon
- Supervisor: Professor Alexandre C. Köberle
- Location: Lisbon, Portugal
- Start Date (Anticipated): November 2025
- Duration: 6 months initially, renewable until project end
- Funding: €1309.64 monthly stipend, personal accident insurance, voluntary social security access, tuition fee support (SAP), single travel allowance and accommodation allowance
- Working Hours: Full-time research fellowship
- Required Degree/Diploma: Enrolment in a PhD programme (required at time of contracting)
Research Focus/Area
- Earth Sciences
- Climate Change
- Environmental Modelling
- Systems Dynamics
- Integrated Assessment Models (IAMs)
- Biodiversity and Human–Nature Interactions
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in earth sciences, environmental sciences, climate sciences, sustainability, or related fields
- Experience in modelling interactions between natural and human systems
- Knowledge of Systems Dynamics modelling
- Experience using the Stella platform
- Experience with participatory environmental processes
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of biosphere–human interactions and social–ecological systems
- Experience working in international research teams
- Strong written and spoken English skills
Key Features of the Programme
- Participation in a major Horizon Europe research project
- Interdisciplinary and international research environment
- Work with advanced modelling tools, including the FRIDA IAM
- Research on biodiversity indicators and transformative change scenarios
- Opportunities for stakeholder-based scenario development
- Potential for research dissemination and conference participation
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit application documents via email to ackoberle@ciencias.ulisboa.pt.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Degree certificate (or a declaration on honour if not yet available)
- Motivation letter
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 18 November 2025
- Deadline: 26 November 2025
- Interviews: If required for shortlisted candidates
Where to Apply
- University Website: Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon
- Official Notification: click here
- Application Email: ackoberle@ciencias.ulisboa.pt
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