Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Quantitative Genetics of Behavioral Traits in Chickens and Pigs, Netherlands (2025/2026)
Take your research career to the next level with a fully funded PhD Scholarship in Quantitative Genetics at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands. The position, as part of the “Found In Translation (FIT)” project, deals with quantitative genetics and behavioral traits in chickens and pigs. It comes with a good salary, state-of-the-art research facilities, and the chance to work in one of the world’s leading life sciences universities.
Date of Application: 21 April 2025
Where: Wageningen, Netherlands
Program Beginning Date: August 1, 2025
Quick Overview
University: Wageningen University & Research (WUR)
Department: Animal Breeding and Genomics Group
Level: PhD
Duration: 4 Years
Financing: Fully Sponsored
Monthly Salary: €2,901 – €3,707
Nationality: Open to any nationality
Application Mode: Online
Number of Positions: 1
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
Have a Master’s in Quantitative Genetics, Statistical Genetics, Animal Breeding, or an allied field.
Show strong interest and experience in computational biology, genetics, and statistics.
Have an interest or experience in programming in Python, Julia, or R.
Must willing to learn advanced techniques like GWAS and genomic prediction.
Should be English proficient (C1 level) and capable of demonstrating independent and teamwork skills.
Open to going overseas for research and conferences.
Eligible Study Fields
Quantitative Genetics
Statistical Genetics
Animal Breeding
Computational Biology
Associated Biological Disciplines
Benefits of the PhD Scholarship
Gross salary: From €2,901 per month, up to €3,707 in year four (on a 38-hour week).
8.3% December bonus guaranteed and great pension scheme.
Part-paid parental leave and flexible working time for work-life balance.
Free use of campus sports facilities and customized courses for career development.
Work in an international, interdisciplinary environment on one of the planet’s most sustainable campuses.
Total international candidate support, including visa support and relocation services.
How to Apply
Apply online through the Wageningen University & Research careers page.
For educational inquiries:
Dr. Pascal Duenk: [email protected]
Dr. Martijn Derks: [email protected]
For recruitment inquiries:
Noorien Abbas (Corporate Recruiter): [email protected]
The first-round interviews will be conducted the week of April 28, 2025.
Apply Now on Wageningen University’s Website
Everything about Wageningen University & Research (WUR)
WUR is a global frontrunner in life sciences research, dedicated to finding the potential of nature to improve quality of life. Food security, sustainability, and agricultural innovation are on the agenda, and WUR combines world-class education, research, and applied solutions.
✨ Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of groundbreaking science that shapes the future of animal genetics and sustainable agriculture.
