Postdoctoral Researcher in Animal Science
3 days ago
The project involves academic, research, and industry partners, aiming to transform UK grasslands for net zero emissions, improved soil health, biodiversity, and economic benefits, supporting the agricultural transition to sustainability.
As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for conducting independent research and contributing to the planning and execution of research projects focused on the investigations of the impact of different pasture compositions (e.g., legume-rich, multi-species swards) on animal productivity, greenhouse gas emissions, nitrogen excretions, and soil health.
You will assess the emissions from suckler cross-bred beef animals grazing in pastures of different compositions and measure enteric CH4 emissions, N outputs in faeces and urine, growth rates, and feed efficiency.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team of researchers and academics, and to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of animal science.
**Key Responsibilities:**
• Conduct independent research and contribute to the planning and execution of research projects focused on the investigations of the impact of different pasture compositions (e.g., legume-rich, multi-species swards) on animal productivity, greenhouse gas emissions, nitrogen excretions, and soil health.
• Assess the emissions from suckler cross-bred beef animals grazing in pastures of different compositions and measure enteric CH4 emissions, N outputs in faeces and urine, growth rates, and feed efficiency.
**Requirements:**
• Hold a Degree in animal science, animal nutrition, agriculture, biology, grasslands, or related subject area.
• Have or are about to obtain a PhD in animal science, animal nutrition, agriculture, biology, grasslands, or related sciences.
• Have significant relevant research experience in the areas of ruminant production, nutrition, and physiology in relation to feed efficiency and methane production, experiments with large ruminants, including experimental design, sample collection, and data analysis.
• Have experience in the preparation of scientific publications/reports commensurate with research activity and career stage.
We offer a competitive salary, a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes, and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives, and support for physical and mental health.
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