We invite applications for a fully funded three-year PhD position on Arctic change and adaptation, with a focus on how northern livelihoods respond to the changing climate and operating environments. Research on locally and regionally significant but less-studied sectors such as forestry, transportation, energy production and tourism is especially encouraged.

The position is part of an interdisciplinary research community on Arctic change and adaptation, supporting research in collaboration with societal stakeholders and Indigenous communities. Doctoral studies will be carried out at the Faculty of Social Sciences, and the research work will be located at the Arctic Centre as part of the Global Change research programme ( ).

About the Position

Northern livelihoods are increasingly affected by climate change and broader transformations. Less is known about everyday adaptation practices and their links to governance, particularly in emerging or less-studi...