Acclimatize 2 Summer 2025 Studentship

Are you passionate about environmental science and eager to gain real-world research experience? The UCD School of Biomolecular & Biomedical Science is thrilled to announce the Acclimatize 2 Summer Studentships 2025—an incredible chance for undergraduate students to be part of a multidisciplinary environmental research project.

What is Acclimatize 2?
Acclimatize 2 is a pioneering project that investigates the sources and effects of pollution in Dublin Bay’s rivers and coastal areas. Funded by the Bathing Water Task Force, it unites experts in microbiology, molecular biology, and civil engineering to provide detailed analyses of, and to address, water quality challenges. For more information, visit (opens in a new window)www.acclimatize.eu.

Why Apply?
The Acclimatize 2 studentship offers students an exciting opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful contribution to environmental research 🌿

• Gain hands-on lab and fieldwork experience🔬

• Conduct beach surveys and collect water samples 🏖️💧

• Work with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team 🎓

Who Can Apply?
We’re looking for motivated 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-year undergraduate students with a keen interest in environmental research. If you have a background in microbiology, environmental science, biochemistry, genetics or a related discipline, this is your chance to shine!

Studentship Details:
📅 Duration: 12 weeks (June 3rd – August 22nd, 2025)
💼 Commitment: Full-time
💸 Funding: €300 per week
📍 Location: UCD & various Dublin Bay field sites

How to Apply:
Submit your application here via (opens in a new window)Google Forms by 5 PM, Friday 7th March 2025. Be sure to upload your CV and exam results. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal interview.

For more information, reach out to Joanne Chadwick at (opens in a new window)joanne.chadwick@ucd.ie.

Don’t miss this chance to get hands-on, make an impact, and advance your knowledge in environmental science!🌊