RESEARCHER IN DAIRY NUTRITION AND MANAGEMENT FOR THE RUMINANT PRODUCTION PROGRAM

IRTA is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Researcher with a PhD related to dairy nutrition and management to join the Ruminant Production Program.. We invite applications from ambitious candidates with relevant research experience and passion to conduct research and innovation activities on the field of dairy (nutrition and management) focused on improving the sustainability of dairy production.Head of the Program: Dr Maria Devant Job location: IRTATorre Marimon and IRTA - Monells Full-time position: 37.5 h/week Terms of appointment: permanent full-time position or a full-time tenure track position, subject to the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Annual Gross Salary: go be resolved according to the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate Employee Benefits: 22 vacation days, 3 days of family & work conciliation, 45h of personal days, Friday afternoon off, Compressed Summer schedule from 15/06 to 15/09, Conciliation scheduleTasks and Responsibilities:Contribute to the activities of the research Program, performing scientific and technical tasks, taking part in the planning and execution of the experiments to ensure the achievement of milestones of research projects. Perform literature review, data collection and management, involving statistical analysis. Contribute to the scientific production of the research and innovation activities of the Program. Lead and actively contribute fund rising through the preparation and submission of project proposals for public competitive calls and for contracts with the private sector, as well reporting process, such as writing progress and final reports of research activities.Identify opportunities for cutting-edge research and innovation to address strategic priorities of the Ruminant Production Program.Contribute to the teamwork and team-spirit in the Ruminant Production Program within the Animal Production Area, fostering collaboration and integration activities. Mentor MSc students and PhD candidatesRequired qualifications and experiencePh.D. in Agricultural Engineering, Veterinary Science, Animal Science or similar related to dairy nutrition and management applied to the ruminant nutrition and management. Post-doctoral research experience. Proved research skills: experience on project proposal writing, literature review, experimental design and implementation, data analysis, scientific article writing. Dissemination skills: presentation/communication skills, and technical writing. Capacity to successfully develop collaborative research links with national and international research organizations, and the ability to interact closely with private companies. The successful candidate will be expected to attract funds from private and public sectors for research, interact with stakeholders. Contribute to the teamwork and team-spirit and foster and add to further collaboration and integration and manage staff and resources assigned to the research program. Develop a critical mass in the area, by interacting with the other researchers of the team and building a dynamic team of researchers, post-doctoral researchers(s) and post-graduate candidatesDesirable requirements:Experience in the assessment of the effects of nutrition and management on performance, animal wellbeing, and nitrogen and methane emissions. Expertise in methodological approaches to analyse in vitro and in vivo digestibility, nutrient balance, metabolism, and studies to evaluate the environmental impact of nutrition and management. International postdoctoral experience.Statistical knowledge to analyze models related to animal science studies. Driving licence.Languages:Proficiency in English Catalan and Spanish are valued.Application processIf you wish to be considered for this position, please, apply via our Recruitment Platform to the job post with reference 147/24 until 3/11/2024 and upload your CV and motivation letter. All information will be treated in the strictest confidence.