About the Project
PhD Studentship
Global Sustainability Institute, Faculty of Science & Engineering
Cambridge Campus
Full-time for 3-years, commencing 15th April 2019
Bursary of £16,000 per annum and a full fee-waiver for UK/EU tuition fees
Closing date: Friday 07th December 2018
Interview date: Wednesday 12th December (Provisional)
About the position:
Protected Areas are the most widely applied policy tool for biodiversity conservation internationally. This PhD studentship is announced as part of the project FIDELIO funded by a European Research Council starting grant. The project aims to develop a framework that will assist in the better understanding of human perceptions for social impacts of protected areas in Europe and focuses on four case studies. This PhD project will contribute to the development of this framework and will also include an in-depth exploration of social impacts of Protected Areas in one of the case studies in Estonia, the Matsalu National Park. The National Park is a designated protected area, approximately 500km2 and is included in the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance. The interactions of local communities with the natural environment in Matsalu National Park are very complex and important and there is an urgent need to explore ways of optimum co-existence. The PhD project will focus significantly on the collection and analysis of quantitative data with advanced statistical techniques but it will also include the collection of qualitative data through semi-structured interviews in the area. The successful candidate will be based in Cambridge, UK, but will also spend significant periods of time in the research area in Estonia.
The successful applicant will benefit from strong supervisory and peer support and will be located within the Global Sustainability Institute, whose work focuses on developing new theoretical and empirical contributions for global environmental issues. The supervisory team will be led by Dr Nikoleta Jones (GSI) and Prof Kalev Sepp (Estonian University of Life Sciences) offering expertise in data analysis. The PhD will be supported also by the local management actor of Matsalu National Park
About the Studentship:
A three-year studentship is offered with the intention for this to start in April 2019 and will provide a tax-free stipend of £16,000 per annum plus tuition fees at the UK/EU rate. Training for teaching will also be provided and there will be opportunities to put this into practice. Due to funding availability, this studentship covers tuition fees at the UK/EU rate only, but the position is open for suitable international candidates who can cover themselves the difference between international and UK/EU tuition fees from other sources. Travel expenses and accommodation in the research area will also be covered.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, a first Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as Environmental Science, Geography and Policy Science from a UK /EU or international higher education institution. A 2:1 degree qualification or equivalent would be a minimum requirement. An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 minimum (or equivalent) is essential for candidates for whom English is not their first language. Experience of analysing qualitative and quantitative social data is also highly desirable.
In addition to satisfying basic entry criteria, the University will look closely at the qualities, skills and background of each candidate and what they can bring to their chosen research project in order to ensure successful and timely completion.
About Anglia Ruskin University:
Anglia Ruskin is a vibrant workplace and our University is gaining prominence both nationally and internationally. We have ambitious plans for the future and we are determined that our students and staff will realise their full potential. Our main campuses in the cities of Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough have been transformed with major capital investment. With an annual turnover of £200m, we are a major force for higher education and one of the largest universities in the East of England.
How to apply:
To apply, please complete a research degree application form available from the following website: https://www.anglia.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/sustainability-research
Please ensure the following is clearly stated under the title ‘Outline of your proposed research’ on page 4 of the application form: ‘GSI Studentship: Social impacts of Protected Areas’. Within this section, applicants must include a 500 word outline of the proposed research in relation to the research title.
Your application must also include your CV and a covering letter addressing your suitability for the position and the project.
Interested applicants should direct initial enquiries about the project to the principal supervisor Dr Nikoleta Jones via email:
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Please submit your completed application form with supporting documentation as follows:
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Post: Postgraduate Research Admissions, Doctoral School, Anglia Ruskin University, Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford, CM1 1SQ.
Interviews are scheduled to take place during the week beginning 10th December 2018
We value diversity at Anglia Ruskin University and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing Date – 07th December 2018
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