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Ghent University · Q-ForestLab, Department of Environment, Ghent University

Doctoral fellow at Q-ForestLab, Ghent University

Deadline
19 days left
Level
Doctorate
Country
Belgium
Language
English

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This doctoral contract at Ghent University is aimed at a master’s or equivalent profile ready to work at the intersection of forest structure, microclimate, and digital tools. It comes with the benefits of a research job, including 36 days of leave, a bicycle allowance, eco vouchers, the opportunity to present your work at conferences, and a tax status aligned with doctoral fellowships. Applications go through a Google form, with a CV and cover letter, by November 30, 2026.

Verified on 26 October 2026

This PhD position at Q-ForestLab, Ghent University in Belgium offers a research contract on forest structure and microclimate, including holiday leave, bicycle allowance, and eco vouchers, with applications open until November 30, 2026. Applications close on 30 November 2026, that is in 19 days.

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How to apply

Before preparing your application, check the blocking conditions.

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Conditions

Blocking requirements

  • Required degree

    “MSc degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (Bioscience-Engineering, Remote Sensing, Surveying, Physics, Geosciences, Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, etc.).”

  • Compétences en programmation

    “Fluent in programming languages such as (at least one of) R, C++ or Python”

  • English proficiency

    “A good command of English, both written and oral.”

  • Mode de candidature

    “Application submission (CV and application letter) through this google form: https://forms.gle/sbzJ7hcAMpKHcYhN7”

Assets

  • Expérience en radiative transfer modelling

    “Prior experience with, or a solid understanding of, radiative transfer modelling is a plus, but not a requirement”

  • Expérience en laser scanning

    “Previous experience with (terrestrial) laser scanning and 3D modelling of forests is a plus, but not a requirement”

Watch points

  • Conflit de date de candidature

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading

The real trap here is « Google form »: the submission is short, so the letter has to get straight to the point and show immediate value for the project, not a generic motivation. Put a concrete proof of method in the first lines, an example of scientific or technical output, then one sentence on your willingness to do fieldwork. Keep the pet mention in the letter, but do not make it the center of the file. Submit a clean CV, a targeted letter, and a file that shows you can produce work quickly and properly.

Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.

Deadlines

Deadline: Open

Notification of selection for interview: mid December 2026; Interviews (online): Mid January 2027; deadline time: midnight CEST

Salary and benefits

  • Congés annuels36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days
  • Indemnités vélobicycle allowance
  • Bons écoeco vouchers
  • Possibilité de présenter des travaux en conférenceOpportunities to present your work at scientific conferences
  • Statut fiscalA grant that meets the conditions and criteria of the regulations for doctoral fellowships is considered free of personal income tax

Countries covered

No nationality or residence restriction is stated: the application is open to profiles holding an MSc or equivalent, with the required English level and skills. The master’s degree or equivalent, English, and programming in at least one of R, C++ or Python are the main blocking requirements. Experience in radiative transfer modelling or laser scanning is an advantage, not an entry condition.

Application pathway

A short path from reading the brief to submitting a properly prepared application.

  1. Check the conditions

    Read the exclusions and blocking requirements before investing time in the application.

  2. Prepare the documents

    Gather the documents below and confirm what the programme actually requests.

  3. Submit on the official site

    Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.

  4. Track the cycle

    Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.

Documents to prepare or confirm

This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.

  • CV
  • Lettre de candidature / lettre de motivationLa lettre de motivation doit mentionner votre animal préféré.

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