PhD Student in Global Hydroclimate of the Past 30,000 Years

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Position

PhD Student in Global Hydroclimate of the Past 30,000 Years

Employer

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Location

Jerusalem, Israel

Sector

Academic

Relevant divisions

Atmospheric Sciences (AS)

Climate: Past, Present & Future (CL)

Hydrological Sciences (HS)

Type

Full time

Level

Student / Graduate / Internship

Salary

Open

Preferred Education

Master

Application deadline

Open until the position is filled

Posted

14 January 2026

Job Description

We invite applications for a PhD project to work on reconstructing and understanding global hydroclimate of the past 30,000 years as part of the HydroClim30k project. The goal of this project is to statistically combine climate model simulations and a wide range of paleoclimate proxy data types into a comprehensive global reconstruction of hydroclimate. This will allow us to assess regional and global hydroclimate variability over a period in Earth's history when it warmed by about 3-7°C (approximately the same as is projected to occur by about the year 2100), and during key transitions in human social development, such as the onset of agriculture, sedentism, and urbanization.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Masters Degree in Earth Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Hydrology, Statistics, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong quantitative skills and experience analyzing large datasets using Python, Matlab, Julia, R, or similar tools.
  
  

The PhD student will be based in the research group of Dr. Nathan Steiger at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The initial start date is flexible, beginning in the summer or early fall of 2026.

We value diversity of background and thought; applicants from underrepresented groups, non-traditional career paths, and those with a wide range of experiences are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please email Nathan Steiger (nathan.steiger@mail.huji.ac.il) a single PDF containing: a cover letter describing your research interests and relevant experience, a CV, and the names and contact details of at least three references. Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. For questions about the position, contact Nathan Steiger (nathan.steiger@mail.huji.ac.il).

Further Information About Our Research Group

https://njsteiger.github.io

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is Israel’s leading research university. The Institute of Earth Sciences is located on the Safra Campus in central Jerusalem, a city with a pleasant Mediterranean climate, extensive historical sites, and a thriving scientific and technology community.

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