PhD Studentship in micronutrient limitations to nitrogen use efficiency

University College Dublin (UCD) together with Origin Enterprises Plc have established a new collaborative Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Strategic Partnership Research Programme, entitled CONSUS, focussed on the application of precision agriculture to crop production with a particular emphasis on optimisation of agri-food production systems leading to more efficient food production with lower environmental impacts. The outcomes from this research will deliver a step-change in crop agronomy tools and practices, leading to enhance global competitiveness.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a 4-year PhD studentship with the CONSUS team researching crop nutrition and limits to yield potential. This position is in the School of Agriculture and Food Science working with the nutrient cycling group of Dr Paul Murphy. The successful applicant will use laboratory, field lysimeter and field plot experiments to develop an improved mechanistic understanding of micronutrient limitations to nutrient use efficiency.

Requirements:
• STEM Bachelors or Master’s degree (Upper 2nd Class or equivalent)
• Evidence of knowledge of soil science and field experimentation

Some knowledge of the following is desirable:
• soil nutrient management and cycling
• agricultural science
• agronomy


The student will receive a tax-free stipend of €18,000 per annum and a fee contribution of €5,500 per annum and the support of the CONSUS infrastructure, a Doctoral Studies Panel and a Post-Doctoral Researcher. For more information, please contact Paul Murphy ([Email Address Removed]).

To apply, please submit, by email, a cover letter and CV to Paul Murphy by 5pm ((GMT) Friday 23rd February 2018

For information on studying at UCD and the supports provided for PhD Studentships, please consult: http://www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies/studywithus/researchprogrammes