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About the Scholarship
The ICARUS Climate Research Centre at Maynooth University invites applications for its prestigious PhD Scholarship 2025. This scholarship, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), offers aspiring researchers a chance to explore the human impacts on Ireland’s climatic extremes.
The scholarship is part of a multi-year research project (2025–2029) focusing on event attribution for Ireland’s climate. Using methodologies from the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group, the project will analyze significant climatic extremes from the past decade to assess how human-induced climate change has influenced these events.
The successful applicant will collaborate with leading experts, including Prof. Peter Thorne, ICARUS colleagues, and the WWA group at Imperial College London. Additionally, they will participate in community engagement and outreach initiatives.
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants must have expertise in one or more of the following fields:
- Meteorology and Climate
- Environmental Science
- Statistics
- Geography
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, candidates must:
- Be enrolled as a full-time research degree student.
- Hold a first-class or 2.1 honours degree, or a relevant Master’s degree in any of the eligible fields.
Essential Skills:
- Proficiency in computer programming.
- Experience with handling large datasets.
- Strong teamwork abilities.
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with climate datasets.
- Understanding midlatitude region meteorology.
- Experience with media engagement.
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed based on:
- Academic qualifications and relevant experience.
- The quality and feasibility of their research proposal.
- A compelling personal statement.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
- Personal Statement (maximum 2 pages).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Research Proposal (maximum 1,000 words).
- Final Academic Transcripts.
Benefits of the Maynooth University PhD Scholarship 2025
The scholarship offers:
- €25,000 annually (including stipend and research costs).
- Full tuition fee coverage.
- Fully funded short-term travel to London for collaborative work with the WWA group.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please follow these steps:
- Document Preparation: Begin by compiling all the documents required for your application. This typically includes your academic transcripts, a detailed CV, a personal statement highlighting your interests in climate science, and any relevant letters of recommendation.
- Email Submission: Once you have prepared all your documents, email your complete application to Professor Peter Thorne at peter.thorne@mu.ie. Ensure your email’s subject line clearly states your name and the position you are applying for, to ensure it is easily identifiable.
- Deadline Awareness: Keep in mind that your application must be submitted no later than 28 February 2025. We encourage you to submit your application well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students who are deeply passionate about climate science and eager to understand its global implications. By joining the research team at Maynooth University, you will have the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research that can shape the future of our environment. Don’t miss out—apply now to be part of this important work!
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