PhD Scholarship in Animal Breeding and Genetics: The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) offers a 3-year PhD scholarship focused on genomic prediction of nitrogen use efficiency in dairy cows. This initiative aims to enhance environmental sustainability and economic viability within Norwegian dairy farming through innovative breeding strategies and data analysis.
Designation
PhD Fellow – Animal Breeding and Genetics
Research Area
Phenotypic and genomic prediction of nitrogen use efficiency in dairy cows
Location
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Ås, Norway
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic Degree | Master’s degree in animal breeding, quantitative genetics, genomics, or related discipline |
| Language Proficiency | Proficient in written and oral English |
| Relevant Experience | Experience in animal breeding, quantitative genetics, statistics, data analysis |
| Completion of Education | Candidates graduating by Spring/Summer 2025 can apply but must provide degree documentation before employment |
| Additional Skills | Competence in prediction model development and publication of scientific work preferred |
Description
This PhD position focuses on the development of predictions for nitrogen efficiency traits (N-traits) in dairy cows based on milk spectra. The successful candidate will engage in the following tasks:
- Develop large-scale routine predictions of nitrogen efficiency traits.
- Model N-trait phenotypes over the lactation period.
- Estimate heritability and genetic relationships among N-traits.
- Develop genomic predictions of breeding values for Norwegian Red cows.
- Conduct data analysis and contribute to scientific publications.
Candidates are expected to create a structured plan to progress towards a PhD degree within the scholarship period.
How to Apply
To apply for this position:
- Visit the University’s Web Recruitment System by clicking the ‘Apply for this job’ button.
- Register an account and complete the online application form.
- Attach the following documents:
- Motivation letter (maximum 1 page)
- Complete CV (in JobbNorge’s CV form)
- Certified copies of academic diplomas and certificates.
- Documentation of proficiency in English.
- Names and contact details for two references.
- Additional relevant documentation (e.g., list of scientific works).
- Confirm that the submitted information can be used for the admission process if necessary.
Last Date for Application
May 1st, 2025
