Wageningen University & Research is offering the International PhD Position in Optimizing Lactation Length for Dairy Cows for the academic session 2024/2025.
Applicants should possess a master’s degree in data science, bioinformatics, animal science, veterinary medicine, or a related field, demonstrating a strong affinity with health and lactation management of dairy cows. Proficiency in English at a C1 level is required, and Dutch proficiency is preferred. Ideal candidates will have excellent data analysis skills, the ability to work in international and multidisciplinary teams, and preferably a driver’s license.Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is a prominent public research university located in Wageningen, Netherlands, specializing in life sciences with a strong emphasis on agriculture and environmental studies. Established in 1876, it has evolved into a global leader in agricultural research and education, offering a wide range of programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD levels.
Founded in 1918, Wageningen Universiteit (Wageningen University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium-sized town of Wageningen (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Gelderland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Wageningen Universiteit (WU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Wageningen Universiteit (WU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.