Doctoral Position Veterinary Medicine (Dr. med. vet.) VETERINARY PHYSIOLOGY 100%
We are looking for an enthusiastic, and highly motivated doctoral student to join our international-oriented and dynamic research team.
Doctoral Position Veterinary Medicine (Dr. med. vet.)
VETERINARY PHYSIOLOGY
Responsibilities
• Conduction of animal experiments in transition dairy cows and neonatal calves
• Laboratory analysis of blood and milk samples
• Mathematical and statistical evaluations
• Preparation of manuscripts for publications in international peer-reviewed journals
• Preparation of a doctoral thesis (Dr. med. vet.)
Requirements
• Master's degree or equivalent in veterinary medicine
• Strong interest in research related to farm animals
• The project requires animal experimentation (dairy cows, calves), and previous exposure to in-vivo work would be advantageous.
• Strong language skills (German, French and English).
• Social competence to work with farmers, and concomitantly with international scientists are expected.
We offer
• Excellent working conditions and competitive remuneration.
• We are strongly committed to promote equal opportunities independent of gender, ethnicity, age, et cetera.
• The Veterinary Physiology group at the Vetsuisse Faculty of the University of Bern is an internationally recognized group with high impact research in the field of mammary gland physiology of dairy cows. Major research topics include the endocrine control of lactation, adaptation of metabolism and immune system. Furthermore, colostrum formation, transition dairy cow and neonatal calf health, and animal-technology interactions are core themes.
Contact / Application
Candidates are requested to send their applications in German or English (CV, letter of motivation, credentials and certificates) to the email address given below. Please, send the documents as single pdf.
The position is open starting from October 1st 2024. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Prof. Dr. Josef J. Gross
Write an email
www.vetphysio.unibe.ch
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