Postdoctoral Position in Life Cycle: Join our team at the Department of Biosystems and Technology to contribute to assessing innovative livestock production systems in Europe. This postdoctoral position focuses on applying Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methods to evaluate the environmental and animal welfare impacts of current and future livestock systems. You’ll work collaboratively within an international team, engaging in literature review, expert consultation, method development, and data analysis. The position offers an opportunity to shape future land use policies and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices.
Postdoctoral Position in Life Cycle Assessment of Livestock Systems
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Life Cycle Assessment of Livestock Systems
Location: Alnarp, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification:
| Requirements | Merit |
|---|---|
| PhD degree in relevant subject | Use of LCA software (e.g., SimaPro, Open LCA) |
| Experience in LCA applied to agriculture | Knowledge of European livestock sector |
| Awareness of animal welfare issues | Coding skills (R, Python) |
| Ability to work independently and collaborate | GIS skills (ArcGIS, QGIS) |
| Excellent English communication skills | Experience with systematic review and expert elicitation |
| Knowledge of animal welfare assessment | |
| Proficiency in Swedish language | |
| Holding a valid Swedish driving license or equivalent |
Job Description:
- Conduct literature review on animal health, welfare indicators, and environmental methods in LCA.
- Facilitate structured expert consultation to select appropriate indicators and methods.
- Develop and apply selected methods through data collection and analysis.
- Actively contribute to the research environment, engage in teaching activities, and publish research results in high-impact journals.
How to Apply: Please submit your application before the deadline on 9th May 2024. Click the button below to apply.
Last Date for Apply: 9th May 2024
About Us: The Department of Biosystems and Technology at SLU focuses on sustainable production of food and renewable resources. Our research addresses interactions between soil, plants, animals, environment, climate, and humans in agricultural systems. The successful candidate will join the “Animal Environment and Building Function” group, contributing to research on environmental and animal welfare aspects of livestock production.
Project: This position is part of the STEP UP project, funded by Horizon Europe, aiming to enhance the sustainability of European Livestock Production Systems (ELPS). Collaborating with 16 partners from 10 countries, the project evaluates and upgrades Innovative Livestock Production Systems to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and enhance animal welfare.
For more information on the STEP UP project, please visit: STEP UP Project
For more information about the department: Department of Biosystems and Technology
Scope: Temporary employment for 24 months, with the possibility of extension.
Start Date: As agreed, preferably 1st June 2024.
