PhD Position: Energy Evaluation: Wageningen University is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to contribute to the PPS-(TKI Agri & Food)-funded project ‘Stimulation of circular aquaculture: a novel method to evaluate energy of feed ingredients.’ The successful candidate will focus on investigating and comparing the energy metabolism of various carnivorous fish species, aiming to develop innovative energy evaluation systems for fish feeds. This project, in collaboration with Wageningen Research and industrial partners, addresses the crucial need for energy evaluation systems to facilitate the transition from linear to circular food production in aquaculture.
Designation: PhD Researcher
Research Area: Energy Metabolism of Carnivorous Fish – Aquaculture
Location: Wageningen, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in aquaculture, biology, veterinary science, animal science, or a related field.
- Strong skills in nutritional studies, including digestibility and balance studies, with a focus on quantitative nutrition, preferably in fish.
- Experience in lab analysis, data handling, and statistical analysis.
- Willingness to conduct feeding trials with fish.
- Excellent English language proficiency (CEFR C2 level).
- Meet all entry requirements of the WUR PhD program.
Job Description:
PhD Position: Energy Evaluation of Feeds/Ingredients for Carnivorous Fish
The PhD candidate will:
- Experimentally study the energy metabolism of carnivorous fish species.
- Quantify the potential use of (digested) protein, fat, and different types of carbohydrates for energy gain.
- Develop novel energy evaluation systems for fish feeds, contributing to circularity in aquaculture.
- Collaborate with a consortium of academic and industrial partners.
- Conduct digestibility/balance trials, lab analysis, and statistical analysis of data.
- Complete the 4-year project by writing a comprehensive PhD thesis.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should click here to respond and submit the following by Wednesday, 24 January 2024:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter expressing interest and motivation
- Copy of MSc degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Contact information for two references
Offer: Wageningen University & Research offers:
- Fully funded PhD position.
- Tailored course program.
- Excellent employee benefits, including partially paid parental leave, flexible working hours, sports facilities, and a fixed December bonus.
- Gross salary ranging from €2,770 to €3,539 per month based on a 38-hour workweek.
- Temporary 18-month contract, extendable for the project’s duration.
International Applicants: Wageningen University & Research supports international employees with visa application procedures and provides assistance with practical matters. The university’s International Community page offers valuable information on relocation.
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