Fully Funded PhD Position in Biostimulants for Grass Production

PhDFinder; Emfuleni Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

PhDFinder is offering a fully funded PhD position at University College Dublin, starting September 2025. The project focuses on enhancing nitrogen use efficiency in Irish grassland agriculture. Candidates with an honours degree in related fields are encouraged to apply and contribute to sustainable agricultural research.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in a relevant field.
• Strong organizational and research skills required.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling across Ireland.
• Research on sustainable solutions for grassland agriculture.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent research abilities

English language proficiency

Education

Honours degree (2:1 or higher) in plant biology, agronomy, soil science, or related discipline

Job description

University: University College Dublin

Country: Ireland

Deadline: June 18, 2025

Fields: Plant Biology, Agronomy, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Agricultural Science

University College Dublin (UCD), School of Agriculture and Food Science, invites applications for a fully funded PhD position in the BIOS4Grass project, commencing September 1, 2025. This project aims to develop sustainable solutions for Irish grassland agriculture by investigating bio-based biostimulants and enhancing nitrogen use efficiency.

Requirements

• Honours degree (2:1 or higher) in plant biology, agronomy, soil science, or a closely related discipline
• Strong organizational and independent research abilities
• Willingness to travel across Ireland for field sampling
• Valid, clean driving license
• English language proficiency (IELTS ≥ 8 or equivalent)
  
  

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following documents by June 18, 2025 (17:00 GMT) to Dr. Saoirse Tracy at [e-mail]:

• Cover letter detailing motivation and suitability for the project
• Detailed CV
• Contact information for two academic referees
• Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
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