PhD Position in Microclimate Sensing (Experimental Research)

TL;DR

PhD Position in Microclimate Sensing (Experimental Research): Developing novel experimental setups and autonomous climate observation networks for greenhouse horticulture with an accent on heat, CO2, and moisture transfer dynamics. Focus on building microclimate sensing boxes, analyzing vertical gradients, and identifying flux-gradient relationships in greenhouse canopies.

Location: Must be based in or be able to relocate to Delft, Netherlands

Salary: €3,059–€3,881 gross per month

Company

hirify.global is a leading international university combining science, engineering, and design to address global challenges in energy, climate, and health.

What you will do

• Develop and test new microclimate sensing setups for greenhouse and vertical farm environments.
• Build and implement autonomous climate box networks including IoT data communication solutions.
• Analyze in-canopy temperature, water vapor, and CO2 profiles to identify flux-gradient relationships.
• Collaborate with a team of PhD researchers, postdocs, and industry partners.
• Participate in joint whiteboard sessions and research meetings with supervisors.

Requirements

• MSc in applied physics, atmospheric science, or a related field.
• Proven relevant project or thesis experience in experimental work.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work productively in an interdisciplinary team.

Culture & Benefits

• 4-year PhD employment contract with competitive salary and 8% holiday allowance.
• End-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• Enrollment in the hirify.global Graduate School with a dedicated Doctoral Education Programme.
• Support for relocation to the Netherlands and a Dual Career Programme for partners.
• Flexible work schedules and access to a customisable compensation package.