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Reading, Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time
About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a research project focused on developing resilient and sustainable grassland management strategies to meet the UK's net zero targets. The project brings together academic, research, and industry partners to transform UK grasslands for net zero emissions, improved soil health, biodiversity, and economic benefits, supporting the agricultural transition to sustainability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and execute experiments to assess the nutritive value of alternative forages for ruminants and their effects on productivity, efficiency, and methane emissions in dairy cows and beef cattle.
  • Manage animal trials, collect and analyse samples, and conduct data collation and statistical analysis.
  • Prepare reports and presentations, and develop and manage research timelines.
  • Collaborate with researchers and stakeholders, and participate in knowledge exchange activities.
  • Disseminate research findings, engage with the academic community and the public, and contribute to new research projects and grant proposals.
Requirements
  • PhD in a relevant discipline or near completion.
  • Strong interest in animal nutrition, livestock production, and mitigating its environmental footprint.
  • Ability to work with animals in research environments, collect relevant data, and perform laboratory analysis of feeds or biofluids.
  • Proficiency in analysing experimental data using mixed-effects, repeated-measures, and multivariate models.
  • Experience in writing and publishing papers in peer-reviewed journals and communicating research to a wide audience.
  • Knowledge of ruminant production, nutrition, and physiology related to feed efficiency and methane production.
  • Experience in large animal trials, laboratory analyses, and statistical data analysis.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, taking initiative, and maintaining a collaborative and respectful workplace attitude.
  • Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
About the University of Reading

The University of Reading is a world-renowned institution with a global outlook and an international reputation for education and research. The School of Agriculture, Policy and Development offers a welcoming, supportive, and progressive environment for career development and includes a learning and research community from over 40 nations.