PhD position (m/f/d)

Forschungsinstitut für Nutztierbiologie (FBN); Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research institute for animal biology in Germany is looking for a PhD candidate to work on evaluating the feed value of agroforestry plants for ruminants. Candidates should have a degree in veterinary medicine or agricultural science and practical experience with ruminants. The position offers diverse responsibilities, a supportive team atmosphere, and benefits including a company pension and 30 days annual leave.

Leistungen

Company pension (VBL)

30 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Mobile working after animal work

Qualifikationen

• University degree in veterinary medicine, agricultural science or a comparable field.
• Sound knowledge of animal nutrition and physiology.
• Experience working with ruminants.

Aufgaben

• Qualify within the project for the feed value of foliage.
• Conduct nutrient analyses and feed sampling.
• Formulate rations for sheep.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of animal nutrition

Practical experience with ruminants

Teamwork

Good written and spoken English

Good written and spoken German

Experience in MS Office

Ausbildung

University degree in veterinary medicine or agricultural science

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Forschungsinstitut für Nutztierbiologie (FBN) Research Field Agricultural sciences » Zootechnics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 11 Feb 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Offer Starting Date 1 Mar 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe Reference Number 2020-36 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

At the Research Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN), we strive to advance sustainable livestock farming in a globalized world. Our research focuses on enhancing resource efficiency while addressing both local and global environmental and cli-mate impacts. We prioritize animal welfare, health, and the safety of food derived from livestock.

FBN is renowned for its innovative and multidisciplinary ap-proach supported by a modern research infrastructure and in-ternational collaboration. Settled on a green campus just a short drive from the vibrant coastal city of Rostock, FBN offers an in-spiring environment for impactful research in the service of a sustainable future for agriculture.

The Nutritional Biochemistry working group has a vacancy for a

PhD position (m/f/d)

Workplace assignments

• Collaboration and qualification (PhD) within the project ‘Determination of the feed value of foliage from agroforestry and heat-tolerant plants for ruminants’
• Feed sampling and nutrient analyses
• Ration formulations for sheep
• Conducting feeding and balance trials with sheep, incl. sample collections
• Application of analytical methods, e.g. photometry, enzyme activity measurement, PCR, direct and indirect calorimetry
• Data analyses, statistical evaluation
• Result presentations at conferences
• Writing publication manuscripts and reports

Your training and skills

• University degree in veterinary medicine, agricultural science or a comparable field of study
• Sound knowledge of animal nutrition, animal physiology and feed science
• Practical experience in working with ruminants
• Sense of responsibility, operational readiness, and physical resilience according to the area of duties
• Experience in using MS Office software
• Commitment and ability to work in a team
• Good written and spoken English and German

What we offer

At FBN, you will be welcomed by a dedicated, multidisciplinary team. We will support you with a struc-tured onboarding. We will also help you with any questions you may have regarding your arrival in the Rostock region. We also offer our employees

• an additional company pension (VBL),
• 30 days annual leave,
• flexible working hours and
• mobile working after finishing the work with animals

The compatibility of work and family life is important to us at FBN, which is why we stand out for our certified family friendliness. Employees with children also find optimal working conditions thanks to our cooperation with the local kindergarten and parent-child rooms.

If you would like to become part of our team, we look forward to receiving your application. As equal opportunities and diversity are important components of our HR policy, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

For further information, please contact:

Please send your application as single pdf-file, including a motivation letter, a detailed CV, copies of diplomas and certificates, references, and your contact information to:

Please quote the job number 2025-36in your application.

Finally, it should be noted that we are not allowed to reimburse application or travel expenses in connection with the application.

By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data for the purpose of the application procedure.

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