We are looking for a PhD Candidate to join the Ruminant Production Program team, based in Torre Marimon (Caldes de Montbui, Barcelona). We offer the opportunity to be part of an organization with a dynamic, collaborative work environment focused on professional development.
The selected candidate will conduct research and innovation activities to recovery of the gastrointestinal tract functionality in dairy beef calves after transportation
Key researchers for the position: Maria Devant and Sònia Martí
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- The ones corresponding to a PhD student. Write a PhD thesis and publish scientific papers on the grounds of the PhD project.
- To perform literature review, data collection and management (field and lab), involving statistical analysis.
- To contribute to the scientific production of the research and innovation activities of the research line.
- To collaborate on other projects as part of a team.
Required qualifications and experience
- Candidates must hold one of the following degrees: Veterinary, Science Animal Health, Science Animal Production,



or similar and have completed their studies leading to such an award in January 2018 or later.
And:
a) A Master’s in animal science/animal nutrition; or
b) To be in a position to access a doctoral programme according to the requirements of Catalan universities, i.e. accrediting between 60 and 120 ECTS credits at the official university master's degree level or equivalent.
- Not to have a previous PhD degree.
- Proficiency in English
- Strong teamwork skills, ability to adapt to multidisciplinary environments and a focus on professional growth and development.
Desirable requirements
- Demonstrated experience in matters of nutrition and animal health.
- Demonstrated experience in management, and gut health in calves.
- Strong interest and basic knowledge in Animal Nutrition and Welfare.
- Good communication skills
- Ability for versátil work (schedules and locations)
- Driver license (required)
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📌 PhD Candidate for the Ruminant Production Program (Caldes de Montbui)
🏢 IRTA
📍 Caldes de Montbui