🇮🇪 Fully Funded Scholarship at ICARUS Climate Research Centre, Maynooth University

Maynooth University’s ICARUS Climate Research Centre is excited to offer a fully funded PhD scholarship for one exceptional student starting their studies in September 2025. This opportunity is part of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-funded project (2025–2029), focusing on event attribution of climatic extremes in Ireland.

Scholarship Overview

The successful candidate will join a pioneering research project analyzing the effects of human-induced climate change on Ireland’s historical climatic extremes. The project involves collaboration with leading experts, including Prof. Peter Thorne, researchers at ICARUS, and the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group at Imperial College London.

Unique Features of the Scholarship

• Fully funded travel to London for international collaboration with WWA experts.
• Opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge global climate research.

Recommended: Fully Funded: Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2025/26

Scholarship Benefits

• Annual Value: €25,000, covering living expenses and tuition fees.
• Duration: 4 years (subject to annual progress reviews).
• Additional Opportunities:
  • Participation in real-time Irish and global climate analyses under WWA guidance.
  • Engagement in community outreach and climate communication activities.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A first-class or 2.1 honours degree or a relevant Master’s degree in fields such as:
  • Meteorology and Climate
  • Environmental Science
  • Statistics
  • Geography
• Experience in computer programming and working with large datasets.
• Strong teamworking skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience handling climate datasets.
• Knowledge of meteorology in midlatitude regions.
• Prior media experience.

Application Process

To apply, submit the following documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. A personal statement (maximum 2 pages).
3. Relevant academic transcripts.
4. A research proposal (maximum 1,000 words).

Selection Process

• Applications will be reviewed to shortlist candidates.
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview. Further details will be provided by the department.

Important Dates and Link

• Application Deadline: 28 February 2025, 23:59 GMT.
• Apply Now: Download the official application announcement letter.

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