Doctoral Researcher (PhD): Experiments: The Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) is offering a scholarship for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD) focused on on-farm experiments as part of the CRoP-SMART project. This part-time position is based in Müncheberg, Germany, and is limited to 36 months, starting in October 2024. The role involves data compilation, advanced statistical analysis, and publication of research findings.
Doctoral Researcher (PhD) for On-Farm Experiments
Summary Table
| Designation | Doctoral Researcher (PhD) for On-Farm Experiments (f/m/d) |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Land Use and Governance |
| Location | Müncheberg, Germany |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s in agricultural science, knowledge in data processing/programming, GIS, geostatistics, English proficiency |
| Job Description | Data compilation, statistical analysis, crop and soil performance assessment, publication, and presentation |
| How to Apply | Online application or e-mail application with reference number 54-2024 |
| Last Date for Apply | August 11, 2024 |
Designation
Doctoral Researcher (PhD) for On-Farm Experiments (f/m/d)
Research Area
Land Use and Governance
Location
Müncheberg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in agricultural science with a focus on crop and/or soil science or biometry.
- Advanced knowledge of data processing or programming languages (e.g., R).
- Proficiency in using geographic information systems (GIS) and geostatistical tools.
- Good to very good written and spoken English skills.
- Willingness to participate in further training, including German language courses.
Job Description
- Compile and harmonize data for three German on-farm long-term experiments.
- Collect additional data to support and extend data exploration.
- Evaluate data and apply advanced statistical methods for spatial and temporal agronomic datasets.
- Assess crop performance and soil quality dynamics within a cropping system context.
- Publish research in international peer-reviewed journals and present results at conferences and workshops.
How to Apply
Applications should preferably be submitted online. For e-mail applications, create a PDF document (one PDF file, max. 5 MB) with your CV, proof of qualification, and certificates. Send this document, stating the reference number 54-2024, to personal@zalf.de.
Last Date for Apply
August 11, 2024
Additional Information
- Contact: Dr. Kathrin Grahmann, Tel. +49 (0) 33432/82-142, Kathrin.Grahmann@zalf.de.
- Address: Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF), Eberswalder Straße 84, 15374 Müncheberg, Germany.
- Human Resource Contact: personal@zalf.de.
For more details, visit ZALF’s website. Women and severely disabled persons with equal qualifications are particularly encouraged to apply.
