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This PhD project at the University of Queensland focuses on developing novel genomic assessments to identify true DNA variants that contribute to differences in beef cattle fertility. The research will employ advanced sequencing technologies to distinguish genuine genetic variants from sequen…
🎓Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, Biotechnology, Sustainable Development
The Department of Plant and Microbial Biology at the University of Zurich invites applications for a PhD position in Sustainable Food Production with Biologicals (80% employment). This research project investigates the role of beneficial microorganisms in enhancing crop yield and promoting su…
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join a research project focused on the sustainable biocontrol of rice grain rot in Vietnam, based at the University of Leuven. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of environmentally friendly disease manage…
Universita degli Studi di Catania invites applications for a PhD position focused on advancing sustainable food processing technologies. The research aims to address the limitations of conventional peeling methods, which rely on hot water and steam. These traditional approaches are associated…
About the Project This PhD project, based at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) in Uppsala, is part of the subject area of Animal Science. Forage‑based feeds are central to Swedish dairy production; their protein content and degradability influence nitrogen utilisation, fee…
🎓Biology, Forestry And Agroforestry, Plant Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Sciences
About the Role The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Department of Forest Ecology and Management, invites applications for a doctoral student position in biology. This four-year PhD project will investigate the composition and properties of soil proteins and their role in nit…
About the Role The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Department of Molecular Sciences in Uppsala, Sweden, invites applications for two PhD student positions in biogas production. The research focuses on anaerobic digestion processes, which transform organic waste streams and …
🎓Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Forestry And Agroforestry, Environmental Sciences, Bioinformatics
About the position The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) invites applications for a PhD student position in forest restoration and ecosystem services, based at the Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre in Alnarp. This doctoral project addresses the growing debate on the long…
🎓Biology, Plant Breeding, Production Ecology, Plant Sciences, Agricultural Sciences
About the Role The Department of Crop Production Ecology at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) invites applications for a PhD student position in plant breeding and plant protection against insect pests. The successful candidate will join the ‘Node for Plant Breeding agains…
About the role The Department of Energy and Technology at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) invites applications for a doctoral student position in Technology. The project focuses on biomethanation of syngas with integrated climate and techno-economic assessments. Biometha…
🎓Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Sustainable Development
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🎓Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Water And Climate
Ph.D. Position in Agricultural Economics (f/m/d) About the role The Professorship for "Governance in International Agribusiness" at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), jointly affiliated with the TUM School of Management and the TUM School of Life Sciences, invites applications for a Ph…
Open PhD positions in agricultural and life sciences
Browse current open PhD positions for doctoral candidates in agriculture, food systems, plant and animal sciences, forestry, environmental research, and related fields. Each listing is curated to help you quickly find funded and open doctoral vacancies with clear deadlines and application details.
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