Utrecht University 2021 Two PhD positions in an international research project

The DECIDE project will develop data-driven decision support tools, which present:
(i) robust and early signals of disease emergence and options for diagnostic confirmation; 
(ii) options for controlling the disease along with their implications in terms of disease spread, economic burden and animal welfare.

• Table of Content
• About Utrecht University
• Two PhD positions in an international research project
• Aim and Benefits of Two PhD positions in an international research project
• Requirements for Two PhD positions in an international research project Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Utrecht University

Founded in 1636 and located in the heart of the Netherlands, Utrecht University is one of Europe's leading research universities. We are recognised internationally for our high-quality, innovative approach to research and teaching. As an international student, you’ll be in good company at Utrecht University. Every year, approximately 1,500 international students come to the university to take English-taught degree programmes and other courses. Students work and study closely together, learning to operate in an international environment from the outset. This is essential for s...... continue reading

Two PhD positions in an international research project

Aim and Benefits of Two PhD positions in an international research project

We offer a temporary position (1.0 FTE), initially for a period of 4 years. The gross salary ranges between €2,395 in the first year and €3,061 in the fourth year (scale P according to the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities) per month for a full-time employment.

Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3% per year.

In addition, Utrecht University offers excellent secondary conditions, including an attractive retirement scheme, (partly paid) parental leave

Requirements for Two PhD positions in an international research project Qualification

PhD 1. Determining the burden of disease and costs of control measures.

• The preferred candidate should have a degree in a quantitative field, such as animal health economics, veterinary epidemiology, genetics, and quantitative biology.
• Preferably the candidate has a background, but at least an interest, in livestock production.
• Proficiency in English, both written and oral is required. Good communication skills are essential for this interdisciplinary and international collaboration project. 

PhD 2. Developing decision support tools to be integrated in existing farm management systems for poultry farms across Europe.

• The preferred candidate should have a MSc degree in veterinary epidemiology, veterinary medicine, animal sciences, or data sciences.
• The candidate has good analytical skills and experience with handling (large) datasets. Knowledge of poultry farming and experience with epidemiological methods and mechanistic disease modelling are recommended.
• A good command of English is a requirement. Good communication skills are essential for this interdisciplinary and international collaboration project.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Everyone deserves to feel at home at our university. We welcome employees with a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. To apply, please send your curriculum vitae, including a letter of motivation via the button below.

Due to the coronavirus interviews will be conducted by video calling.

For more details, visit Utrecht University website.