Organisation/Company:
IRTADepartment:
Human ResourcesResearch Field:
Biological sciences » Biology, Environmental science » OtherResearcher Profile:
First Stage Researcher (R1)Positions:
Master PositionsCountry:
SpainApplication Deadline:
27 Jul 2025 - 23:
59 (Europe/Madrid)Type of Contract:
TemporaryJob Status:
Full-timeHours Per Week:
37.5Offer Starting Date:
16 Oct 2025Funding:
Not funded by a EU programmeResearch Infrastructure Staff Position:
NoOffer Description
We are currently seeking a
PhD Candidate
to join our
Efficient Use of Water in Agriculture Program
team located in
Lleida. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.Applicants should have a strong interest in research and innovation related to the project titled:
“ Optimizing canopy management in warm-climate vineyards to enhance grape yield and quality under changing climatic conditions ”.The candidate will be responsible for experimental planning, setup, and execution of laboratory and field experiments on tree water relations, ecophysiology, irrigation, and orchard management, including data acquisition, processing, and analysis.Specific responsibilities include:
Monitoring plant, soil, and atmospheric water status throughout the season under different edaphoclimatic conditions.Sample processing in the lab.Data management, including handling large datasets.Data analysis, statistical modeling, and interpretation.Literature review and metadata analysis.Writing scientific papers and reports, including hypothesis formulation, testing, and discussion of findings.Preparing scientific and extension communication materials for conferences, seminars, and workshops.Candidates must hold one of the following degrees:
A Bachelor’s in Agronomy, Biology, Environmental Science, or similar;
A Master’s in Agricultural Engineering, Horticulture, Plant Physiology, or similar;
Be eligible to enroll ina doctoral program according to Catalan university requirements (i.E., 60-120 ECTS credits at the master’s level or equivalent);
Additional requirements include:
No previous PhD degree.Driving license (preferred).Proficiency in English.Strong teamwork skills and adaptability to multidisciplinary environments.Preferred experience:
Research in tree water relations, irrigation, precision horticulture, plant science, environmental science, or climate change.Fieldwork experience with scientific protocols.Scientific publications are a plus.Knowledge of ecophysiology, sampling methods, and advanced statistics using R.Good communication skills in verbal and written forms.Knowledge of Catalan and Spanish languages is valued.Research field:
Biological sciences » Biology, Environmental science » OtherYears of research experience:
1-4 years
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