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University of Galway

Walsh Scholars Programme

Fully Funded PhD in Sustainable Mushroom Production and Technology Adoption University of Galway in Ireland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Fully funded PhD scholarship with a stipend of €25,000 per annum tax-exempt, tuition fees covered up to €6,000 per annum, and a 4-year duration.

Deadline

Expired

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Ireland

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University of Galway

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The Teagasc Walsh Scholars Programme funds Masters and PhD research in Ireland across agriculture, food, environment, climate and rural development, with projects based in Teagasc centres and partner universities.

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Keywords

Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainable Agriculture
Management
Automation
Life Cycle Assessment
Environmental Sustainability
Circular Economy
Statistics

About this position

Applications are open for a fully funded PhD scholarship in Sustainable Mushroom Production and Technology Adoption at the University of Galway in collaboration with Teagasc.

The doctoral project, titled “Evaluating Technology Adoption for a Competitive, Sustainable and Resilient Mushroom Sector”, focuses on the intersection of agricultural sustainability, mushroom science, automation, artificial intelligence, life cycle assessment, and systems modelling. The research will examine how technology adoption can improve productivity, reduce environmental impacts, and strengthen the resilience of Ireland’s mushroom sector.

The project is affiliated with the Ryan Institute and linked to the Walsh Scholars Programme. It will be based at Teagasc Ashtown Food Research Centre, Dublin, with travel to the University of Galway. The collaboration offers access to commercial-style mushroom production facilities and advanced glasshouse research infrastructure.

Funding: stipend of €25,000 per year (tax-exempt), tuition fees up to €6,000 per year covered, for a 4-year PhD.

Eligibility: applicants should hold a first-class or strong second-class honours degree (2:1 equivalent) or a relevant MSc in Environmental Science, Engineering, Agriculture, Sustainability Science, Mushroom Science, or a related discipline. Strong English communication skills are required, along with the ability to work independently and in a team. A full clean Irish, EU, or recognised foreign driving licence is also required, and candidates should be willing to visit mushroom farms and attend conferences.

Deadline: 31 July 2026.

How to apply: email your application to Professor David Styles and Dr Lael Walsh with the subject line “PhD Application – Walsh Scholars Reference: 2026041”. Include an academic CV with two referees and a 1–2 page personal statement explaining your interest and suitability.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD scholarship with a stipend of €25,000 per annum tax-exempt, tuition fees covered up to €6,000 per annum, and a 4-year duration.

What's required

Applicants should have a first-class or strong second-class honours degree (2:1 equivalent) or a relevant MSc degree. Preferred backgrounds include Environmental Science, Engineering, Agriculture, Sustainability Science, Mushroom Science, or related disciplines. Experience with life cycle assessment (LCA) and systems modelling is preferred, along with interest in agricultural sustainability and technology adoption. Strong English communication skills are required. Applicants should be able to work independently and in a research team, hold a full clean Irish, EU, or recognised foreign driving licence, and be willing to visit mushroom farms and attend conferences.

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Research Interests

Environmental Sustainability

Artificial Intelligence

Agriculture

Environmental Science

Life Cycle Assessment