Research Fellow in Ruminant Nutrition Specialist

6 days ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

Are you passionate about advancing ruminant nutrition research? Queen's University Belfast is seeking an ambitious postdoctoral researcher to join its School of Biological Sciences The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning and delivery of research activities focused on the UKRI LUNZ project: Grassland Resilience for Net Zero.

The project aims to transform UK grasslands for net zero emissions, improved soil health, biodiversity, and economic benefits, supporting the agricultural transition to sustainability. The primary purpose of this role is to conduct independent research and contribute to the planning and execution of projects focused on the impact of different pasture compositions on animal productivity, greenhouse gas emissions, nitrogen excretions, and soil health.

The postholder will be responsible for assessing emissions from suckler cross-bred beef animals grazing in pastures of different compositions and measuring enteric CH4 emissions, N outputs in faeces and urine, growth rates, and feed efficiency.

Key requirements include holding a Degree in animal science, animal nutrition, agriculture, biology, or related subject area, having or obtaining a PhD in a relevant field, and possessing significant relevant research experience in ruminant production, nutrition, and physiology.

The fixed-term contract offers a competitive salary, holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes, and development opportunities. Flexible working options and work-life balance initiatives support staff wellbeing.



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