Environmental Sciences PhD Scholarships in Netherlands
Environmental sciences PhDs address climate impacts, ecosystem services, pollution, biodiversity and sustainable land and water management linked to food systems. Research may combine field monitoring, modelling and policy-relevant assessment. Use filters on this landing to compare funded institute programmes by country and stipend band. You will find 23 institute-level doctoral funding opportunities on this page, including 3 with a published monthly stipend. Listed programmes with a disclosed s…
23 programmes · typical stipend 3200 €/month
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KNAW
The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) offers a limited number of PhD positions within its research institutes, focusing on fundamental and strategic research in the sciences and humanities. KNAW institutes, such the Hubrecht Institute…Explore Scholarship -
UvA
PhD Scholarships at University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) offers a range of PhD opportunities, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research in diverse fields. As a leading European university, UvA provides funded PhD positions that function as employment contracts,…Explore Scholarship -
NIOO
PhD Scholarships at Netherlands Institute of Ecology
The Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) offers exciting PhD scholarships for international students passionate about ecological research. As a leading research institute under the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences, NIOO focuses on fundamental and strategic…Explore Scholarship -
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Animal Ecology Researcher (Farmland Birds) — Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands
About the role Wageningen Environmental Research (WENR) is seeking an Animal Ecology Researcher to strengthen its applied research on farmland birds in agricultural landscapes. You will work within the Animal Ecology team, conducting fieldwork, analysing data, and…Explore Scholarship -
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Data scientist (assistant professor) in Nutrition & Health Research
About the role Wageningen University & Research is seeking an ambitious data scientist for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position at the intersection of data science, nutrition, and health. You will contribute to cutting-edge research and education within…Explore Scholarship -
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Ecological Genetics Technician – Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands
About the Role Wageningen University & Research is seeking a (Medior) Ecological Genetics Technician (24–32 hours per week) to join its Animal Ecology Team. In this role, you will apply molecular techniques to support nature conservation and…Explore Scholarship -
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Electrical Technician in Greenhouse Horticulture — Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands
About the role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician for its Greenhouse Horticulture research facility in Bleiswijk, Netherlands. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all electrical aspects of…Explore Scholarship -
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Full Professor and Chair Human and Animal Physiology
Full Professor and Chair of Human and Animal Physiology Institution: Wageningen University & Research (WUR)Location: NetherlandsEmployment type: Full-time (32–38 hours per week negotiable)Salary range: €7,202 – €10,441 per month (gross, for starting chair holders)Application deadline: Aug…Explore Scholarship -
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Lecturer in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
About the role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) invites applications for a Lecturer in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence. This is a full-time position (38 hours per week) within the Information Technology Group, part of WUR’s internationally…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD in Biodiversity Monitoring for Nature-Inclusive Agrifood — Wageningen University, Netherlands
About the PhD Position Wageningen University & Research invites applications for a PhD position in biodiversity monitoring as part of the NWO-KIC project RISE – Resilient Integrated Systems for Ecosystem restoration. This fully funded position offers a…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD in Computational Catalyst Design — Wageningen University & Research
About the role We are seeking a highly self-motivated PhD candidate to join the Computational Catalysis and Surface Chemistry team at Wageningen University & Research. The project focuses on atomic-level catalyst design and reaction mechanisms of CO₂…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD in Portable Mass Spectrometry for Food Toxin Detection — Wageningen University & Research
About the role This PhD position is part of the NWO-funded VIDI project GPS4FoodSafety at Wageningen University & Research. The project focuses on developing novel routes for achieving molecular selectivity in ambient ionization for portable mass spectrometry,…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD in Printing of Complex Fluids
About the Role Are you passionate about understanding complex, multicomponent fluid flows at the microscale and at very high speeds? Do you thrive on pushing technology innovation to the next level? This PhD position at Wageningen University…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD in Urban Microclimate Modeling for Heat Resilience — Wageningen University
About the role Are you a highly motivated researcher passionate about urban climate, hydrometeorological modelling, and climate-sensitive urban design? This PhD position is part of the Horizon Europe Innovation Action Project EUROASIS (EUROpean Adaptive, Systemic and Inclusive…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD position: Water-Mediated Cooling of European Cities and Citizens
About the Role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) invites applications for a fully funded PhD position within the Horizon Europe Innovation Action Project EUROASIS (EUROpean Adaptive, Systemic and Inclusive Solutions for heat resilience). This role focuses on…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD student NUTRIMIND
About the role We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join NUTRIMIND, a Horizon-funded, multi-disciplinary project investigating how diet and the microbiota-gut-brain axis shape mental health across the lifespan. In collaboration with leading universities, research…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD: Behavioural & Economic Modelling for Pest Risk Management
About the Role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) invites applications for a fully funded PhD position titled “Behavioural and Economic Modelling To Support Systems-Based Pest Risk Management”. This project addresses the growing threat of plant pests in…Explore Scholarship -
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PhD: State-Dependent Spatial Representations using immersive Virtual Reality
PhD: State-Dependent Spatial Representations using Immersive Virtual Reality Institution: Wageningen University & Research Location: Wageningen, Netherlands Role: PhD Candidate (fully funded) Apply by: 7 August 2026 About the Role Are you fascinated by how people understand, navigate,…Explore Scholarship -
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Postdoc Food Chemistry
Postdoctoral Fellow in Food Chemistry – Biodegradable Gastric Device Project About the Role The Laboratory of Food Chemistry at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join a collaborative project with Revividal, Starodub,…Explore Scholarship -
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Postdoc position for Scaling the Adoption of RWH Technologies in the Sahel
Postdoc Position: Scaling the Adoption of RWH Technologies in the Sahel About the Role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to join an ambitious, policy-relevant research program at the intersection of agricultural…Explore Scholarship -
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Postdoc Researcher social and financial values of cooperative urban development
About the Role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate the social and financial value of cooperative urban development. Focusing on Amsterdam’s housing and energy sectors, this interdisciplinary project explores how…Explore Scholarship -
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Senior Researcher in Sustainable Plastics – Wageningen University & Research
About the role Wageningen Food & Biobased Research (WFBR) is seeking an experienced senior researcher and project leader to strengthen its Sustainable Plastics team. This role is ideal for a scientist with a proven track record in…Explore Scholarship -
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Technician in Insect Virology — Wageningen University
About the role Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is seeking a motivated technician to join the Insect Virology group within the Laboratory of Virology. In this role, you will support ongoing research on insect viruses, focusing on…Explore Scholarship
Research in Environmental Sciences (Netherlands)
Environmental sciences PhDs address climate impacts, ecosystem services, pollution, biodiversity and sustainable land and water management linked to food systems. Research may combine field monitoring, modelling and policy-relevant assessment. Use filters on this landing to compare funded institute programmes by country and stipend band.
Typical funding on this page
You will find 23 institute-level doctoral funding opportunities on this page, including 3 with a published monthly stipend. Among programmes with a disclosed stipend, monthly grants range from €3,050 to €3,500. Some institutes do not publish stipend amounts; confirm salary and benefits on the official programme page before applying.
Candidate requirements
Admission criteria are set by each institute and typically include a relevant master's degree (or equivalent), research fit with the advertised project, and English proficiency where required. Visa, residency and prior-degree recognition rules depend on Netherlands — confirm the official programme page before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of Environmental Sciences PhD research is funded in Netherlands?
Programmes listed here are institute-level doctoral scholarships tagged with Environmental Sciences. Research themes range from applied experiments to data-driven and translational projects depending on the host institute.
How much do Environmental Sciences PhD scholarships pay in Netherlands?
Among the 23 programmes on this page, 3 publish a monthly stipend. The median grant is about €3,200/month; individual offers may be higher or lower.
Who can apply to these programmes?
Each institute defines its own degree background, language and residency requirements. Open the programme listing for application deadlines and the official admission criteria.
How do I find related PhD scholarship categories?
Use the related links below to explore the same field in other countries, sibling disciplines in Netherlands, or alternate funding filters such as fully funded and high-stipend tiers.