Postdoctoral Researcher in Precision Dairy Science in Zürich

The  at ETH Zurich is seeking a motivated, team-oriented post-doc scholar whose experience and interests focus on precision dairy farming.

The successful candidate will work actively with the team to develop a research program that uses technological and data-driven approaches to measure physiological, behavioral, and production indicators with the goal of optimizing production efficiencies and food quality, management strategies, and improving the sustainability of dairy farms and livestock systems as a whole.

You are expected to conduct interdisciplinary research in the area of precision dairy science. Affinity for animal experiments and data analysis work is essential. Depending on the suitable research project, the job duties include,

• Develop and conduct research projects;
• Writing scientific manuscripts;
• Supervision of graduate students;
• Develop and conduct teaching activities.

A Ph.D. in Animal Science, Dairy Science, or a closely related field is required for this position. Applicants are required to have Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate and be able to provide evidence that all requirements have been met prior to the effective date of hire. Postdoctoral or industry experience is preferred. Written skills are important and must be able to effectively write scientific manuscripts. Experience in statistical analysis and programming is preferable.

We develop exciting and future-oriented projects in a highly motivated research group which is equipped with excellent experimental and laboratory facilities. These are provided at the research center AgroVet-Strickhof () which is where the successful candidates will be located. Scientific writing and participation in scientific conferences is very much supported. The starting date of the successful applicants is flexible.

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