PhD Student in Animal Science
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Högskolejobb / Uppsala
2025-11-13
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The Department of Animal Biosciences (HBIO) at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) performs research and teaching that spans from molecular and cellular mechanisms to the biology and welfare of various animals. Our activities cover a broad spectrum of disciplines, including anatomy, physiology, genetics, breeding, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, immunology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and One Health. We study production animals, companion animals, laboratory animals, and wildlife to advance sustainable animal health, welfare, and productivity.
The department offers a dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary research environment with strong collaborations across research groups and external partners in academia and industry. The PhD student will join a vibrant scientific community dedicated to developing sustainable, data-driven, and ethically responsible breeding strategies for modern animal production systems.
Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at
https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/Genetic variation and genomic prediction in farm animals
Research subject Animal Science
Description:
We are looking for a motivated and committed PhD student who wants to understand the genetic consequences of modern breeding of farm animals and to develop the genomic breeding methods of the future.
The position involves doctoral studies where you will analyze genomic data, develop new models and simulations, and present new scientific results. You will also take courses at the doctoral level, participate in international conferences, and communicate with collaborators in academia and industry. Opportunities for research visits abroad may be available. The research combines computational modelling and simulations with the analysis of large-scale genomic data of various types. The project primarily focuses on cattle and poultry, but comparative studies with other species may also occur. There is room for you to be creative and contribute to shaping the direction of the research.
Qualifications:
You must hold a degree in animal science, veterinary medicine, natural sciences, or engineering. You must also have documented proficiency in written and spoken English.
Examples of knowledge and skills that may be of use in the position include animal breeding, population genetics, genetic diversity, statistical data analysis (e.g., linear models, linear mixed models, genomic prediction, genomic association studies, etc.), analysis of genotype and DNA sequence data, simulations programming/scripting languages such as R or Python, working with data in a Linux environment.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as commitment, ability to collaborate, analytical skills, independence, and initiative and organizational skills. The position will be offered to the candidate that after a qualitative assessment is deemed to be the most suitable to perform and develop the project tasks as well as contributing to a positive development of the subject area.
Place of work:
Uppsala
Forms for funding or employment:
Doctoral position, 4 years of study.
Starting date:
According to agreement.
Application:
Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. The deadline is 2026-01-07.
To qualify for third-cycle (Doctoral) courses and study programmes, you must have a second-cycle (Master's) qualification. Alternatively, you must have conducted a minimum of four years of full-time study, of which a minimum of one year at second-cycle level.
Applicants will be selected based on their written application and CV, degree project, copies of their degree certificate and transcript of records from previous first and second-cycle studies at a university or higher education institution, two personal references, and knowledge of English. More information about the English language requirements can be found here:
https://www.slu.se/en/education/programmes-courses/doctoral-studies/application-admission-doctoral-studies/Please note that applicants invited to interview must submit attested copies of their degree certificate, or equivalent, a transcript of records from previous first and second-cycle studies at a university or higher education institution. Applicants who are not Swedish citizens need to submit an attested copy of their passport's information page containing their photograph and personal details.
Read about the PhD education at SLU at
https://www.slu.se/en/study/programmes-courses/doctoral-education/Academic union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.
SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Ersättning Fixed salary
Så ansöker du Sista dag att ansöka är 2026-01-07
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Arbetsgivare Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (org.nr 202100-2817),
http://www.slu.se Arbetsplats Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Kontakt Assistant Head of Division, Researcher
Åsa Ohlsson
firstname.surname@slu.se +4618671352 Jobbnummer 9602874