PhD Student – Grazing Systems: Agroscope, the Swiss federal centre of excellence for research in agriculture and food, is offering a PhD scholarship in Grazing Systems. This scholarship focuses on evaluating the potential of fodder tree hedgerows to provide supplementary tree-based forage during late summer along a climatic gradient. The research includes assessing tree growth, leaf production, photosynthetic activity, nutritional value, ecosystem services, and livestock preferences. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to scientific articles and conferences.
Summary Table:
| Position Type | PhD Student – Grazing Systems |
|---|---|
| Study Area | Grazing Systems |
| Scholarship Description | Research scholarship in evaluating the potential of fodder tree hedgerows for late summer forage production. |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in Agricultural/Animal Sciences, Ecology, or related discipline; data management and statistical analysis skills; interest in fieldwork; proficiency in two Swiss languages and English. |
| Required Documents | Online application at www.stelle.admin.ch with Ref. No 7848. |
| How to Apply | Apply online at www.stelle.admin.ch with Ref. No 7848. |
| Last Date | Until position filled |
Scholarship Description: Agroscope is offering a PhD scholarship in Grazing Systems to evaluate the potential of fodder tree hedgerows for tree-based forage production during late summer. The research involves measuring tree growth, leaf production, photosynthetic activity, nutritional value, ecosystem services, and livestock preferences. The successful candidate will contribute to scientific articles and conferences.
Eligibility: To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates should have a Master’s degree in Agricultural/Animal Sciences, Ecology, or a related discipline. They should possess skills in data management and statistical analysis, demonstrate an interest in fieldwork, and have proficiency in two official Swiss languages and English.
Required Documents: Interested candidates should submit their applications online at www.stelle.admin.ch with Ref. No 7848. The application deadline is not specified.
For further information about this scholarship, please contact: Pierre Mariotte (Deputy Head of Grazing Systems research group) Tel. +41 (0)58 468 65 82 Email: pierre.mariotte@agroscope.admin.ch
Start date: March 1, 2024. Duration: The scholarship is for a fixed term of 4 years.
