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Wageningen University PhD — Emerging Extreme Fire Weather Risks (Netherlands)

Wageningen University & Research — Meteorology and Air Quality

Application status Closes in 10 days
Deadline 30 Oct 2026
Information Info verified · 19 Oct 2026
Destination Netherlands · Wageningen
Study level PhD
Funding Fully funded, Salary
Duration 4 years
Field of study AI & Data Science, Environment & Earth Sciences, Physics
Work mode On-site
Language English
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About this opportunity

The project uses climate model, weather and satellite data to quantify emerging extreme fire-weather risks. Online interviews are planned for the second half of November and in-person interviews in December 2026.

Announced on LinkedIn by Dr Laura Suarez-Gutierrez (Wageningen University & Research), co-supervising with Prof. Guido van der Werf, who is recruiting for this position.

Who can apply

MSc in meteorology, atmospheric or climate science, physics, engineering or related; programming (Python); English C1.

Eligible nationalities
All nationalities
Study level
PhD

What the funding covers

€3,204–€4,051 / month

€3,204 (year 1) to €4,051 (year 4) gross per month under CAO-NU.

  • Tuition Not stated — check the official page
  • Stipend or salary Covered
  • Travel Not stated — check the official page
  • Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
  • Health insurance Not stated — check the official page

"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.

Documents & tests

The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.

  • CV (with any publications, projects or theses)
  • Motivation letter written for this specific project
  • Undergraduate and master's transcripts and degree certificates
  • Two or three referees or recommendation letters
  • Research statement or proposal, if requested
  • English test score or proof of English-medium study
Tests
English C1 (certificate may be required)
Application fee
Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee

How to apply

General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.

  1. Read the full eligibility rules on www.wur.nl and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
  2. Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
  3. Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
  4. Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
  5. Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.

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Program dates

Duration
4 years

Quick answers

Who can apply for Wageningen University PhD?

Open to all nationalities. Level: PhD. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.

Is Wageningen University PhD fully funded?

Funding type: Fully funded, Salary. Amount: €3,204–€4,051 / month. Covers: stipend or salary.

What is the deadline for Wageningen University PhD?

The deadline is 30 Oct 2026. Status: Closes in 10 days. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.

Does Wageningen University PhD require IELTS or another test?

English C1 (certificate may be required).

How do I apply for Wageningen University PhD?

Apply only on the official website (www.wur.nl). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".

Is there an application fee?

No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.

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Verification

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Official source
www.wur.nl
Last checked
19 Oct 2026
Listing updated
19 Oct 2026

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