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Postdoctoral Associate in Dairy Cattle Biology, Nutrition, Milk Production Efficiency, and Enteric Methane Mitigation Cornell University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Data Science
Funding
This is a full-time, one-year postdoctoral appointment with an option to extend for one additional year, contingent on funding, work, and successful performance. The CALS hiring rate is $63,480.
Country
United States
University
Cornell University
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Cornell University’s Department of Animal Science is recruiting a full-time Postdoctoral Associate in Dairy Cattle Biology in Ithaca, New York, United States. The research focuses on evaluating novel feed additive technologies that improve milk production efficiency while reducing enteric methane emissions and environmental impacts.
The postdoctoral researcher will join a laboratory team working on dairy cattle nutrition, milk production efficiency, methane mitigation, and livestock sustainability. Responsibilities include organizing and analyzing large datasets from methane mitigation trials, leading in-vivo studies of technologies designed to reduce methane emissions and improve nutrient utilization, collaborating with Cornell scientists using animal-derived data, and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Data Science, or a related field, experience with large datasets, and experience studying and caring for dairy cattle. Strong communication, independence, initiative, interpersonal skills, reliable transportation, a valid unrestricted New York State driver’s license, and the ability to meet travel requirements are required. Preferred qualifications include experience with enteric methane production and mitigation and a strong statistical background.
This is a one-year appointment with a possible one-year extension subject to funding, work, and performance. The CALS hiring rate is $63,480. Applications are reviewed as received until a suitable candidate is identified. Apply through Academic Jobs Online with a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.
Funding details
This is a full-time, one-year postdoctoral appointment with an option to extend for one additional year, contingent on funding, work, and successful performance. The CALS hiring rate is $63,480.
What's required
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Data Science, or a related field; have experience studying and working with large datasets; have experience studying and caring for dairy cattle; demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, independence, initiative, and good interpersonal skills; and meet travel requirements. Applicants must have reliable transportation, maintain a valid and unrestricted New York State driver’s license, and be registered with Agile/Fleet Commander. Preferred qualifications include established experience studying enteric methane production and mitigation and a strong statistical background.
How to apply
Apply through Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32038. Submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Applications are reviewed as received until a suitable applicant is identified.
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