Teagasc, in partnership with the University of Queensland, invites applications for a prestigious PhD Walsh Scholarship in Understanding the Drivers of Productivity in International Dairy Farming.
Applicants must have a background in agricultural economics, food and agribusiness management, economics, or related fields. They should be self-motivated, capable of working in a team, and meet the academic and English language requirements for the PhD program at The University of Queensland. Experience in research communication, publication, and statistical programming (preferably in R) is desirable.
Teagasc (the Agriculture and Food Development Authority) is Ireland’s national body providing integrated research, advisory, and education services in agriculture and food. Established in 1988, Teagasc supports innovation and sustainability in the agri-food sector through cutting-edge scientific research and practical training for farmers, industry stakeholders, and students. Its mission is to improve the competitiveness and environmental sustainability of Irish agriculture and rural communities.
Founded in 1909, The University of Queensland is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized town of St Lucia (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Queensland. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Herston, Gatton. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, The University of Queensland (UQ) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Queensland (UQ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 109 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.