PhD Position: Digi4Life Project: Join the Digi4Life project at Wageningen University and Research, a cutting-edge initiative at the intersection of digital data-driven innovation and livestock farming. This PhD position offers an exciting opportunity to explore how data and digital technologies can drive sustainable decisions within farm animal value chains. Contribute to reshaping the future of livestock farming and play a key role in the evolution of data-driven concepts for livestock tracking and tracing.
Study Area: Digital Data-Driven Innovation, Livestock Farming, Marketing, Sustainability, Data and Digitalization of Value Chains.
Location: Wageningen University, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc. degree (or planned defense date) in marketing or related fields (economics, business development, or management studies).
- Affinity with data and digitalization of value chains.
- Interest in livestock farming and food systems.
- Socially relevant science background on topics such as sustainability, animal welfare, food, and agribusiness.
- Proficient in English (C1 level).
Description: The Digi4Life project aims to amplify the capacity of livestock sector actors to leverage data and digital technologies. As a PhD candidate, you will follow and develop a research agenda aligned with Digi4Life’s objectives. Employing mixed methods, you will explore case studies, analyze data sharing opportunities, and assess the impact of individual consumer choices on the digital and sustainable transition of livestock farming. Stakeholder management, literature reviews, and qualitative/quantitative research projects are integral to this four-year trajectory.
How to Apply: Apply directly on the vacancy page of the Wageningen University and Research website by the specified deadline (11 March 2024). Use the “Apply” button to submit your application, allowing the processing of your personal information with your approval.
Last Date: Application deadline: 11 March 2024. First job interviews will take place at the end of March 2024.
Contact: For more information about the position, contact:
- Dr. Caspar Krampe, caspar.krampe@wur.nl
- Dr. Jarkko Niemi, jarkko.niemi@luke.fi
For information about the application procedure, contact Noorien Abbas, Corporate Recruiter, recruitment.ssg@wur.nl
Location: Wageningen University & Research is situated at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland, providing a unique working environment.
Coming from Abroad: Wageningen University & Research supports international employees and provides assistance with visa applications. The International Community page offers practical information for a smooth transition. Certain international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.
