PhD offer in Environmental Science at University of Cranfield

Two key challenges facing the horticultural sector are micro-contamination of baby leaf salads and field herbs and poor stand establishment of light seeded crops due to capping of the soil surface. Capping can impede seedling emergence, delay stand establishment and reduce plant populations impacting the quantity and quality of the final yield.

This is a fully funded studentship co-funded by Cranfield, SNF and Douglas Bomford Trust with £17.75k research consumables and travel budget, £16,250 per annum stipend and fees covered.

Applicants should hold a first or 2:1 level or equivalent in subjects such as Agriculture, Environmental Science, Geography or Natural Sciences. Experience in soil science or plant measurements is desirable. For informal enquiries please contact Dr Lynda Deeks  or Dr Rob Simmons. The application deadline will be open until June 15 2018.

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