Vacancy Researcher Livestock
About us
Agricultural Research and Training Centre (PVL) is a hands-on research centre that focuses on research and innovation in livestock and fodder production. It has its own infrastructure for pigs and dairy cattle and maintains several trial plots. In addition, PVL has a young, dynamic and enthusiastic team of motivated colleagues.
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Job description
The focus of this position is in the animal sector where you will be engaged in monitoring trials. Mainly, you will be deployed in rolling out research into emissions and the development of measurement systems for them. Other animal-related research will also be carried out, for example into alternative protein sources in animal feed or methods to reduce the impact of livestock farming on climate and the environment. In this position, you will be part of a team, making consultation and cooperation very important. Not only within the team but also with farmers or other parties involved in the research. Depending on your interest and experience, it is possible to take on a coordinating role within animal research to a greater or lesser extent.
Profile
Min bachelor's degree in agriculture, life sciences or related fields or equivalent through experience.
You can demonstrate sufficient accuracy, structure and order are important. You are a team player and willing to do occasional weekend work.
Knowledge of pig or dairy farming is an asset.
Knowledge of statistics is a plus.
Our offer
- Full-time position of indefinite duration
- Immediate employment
- Sliding hours with high flexibility
- Varied job
Contact us
For more information or interest, please send your CV to sander.palmans@pvl-vzw.be or to
Agricultural Research and Training Centre
Kaulillerweg 3
3950 Bocholt
You can also contact us by phone at 0472 46 64 88