PhD Opportunity - Pasture System Greenhouse Gas Dynamics

About the Project

New Zealand’s agricultural industry is export driven, heavily reliant on pasture production systems, and considered to be a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student for a three-year, pasture focused research project. The student will work with a multidisciplinary team investigating climatic (e.g. rainfall, season, drought, etc.) and production drivers (e.g. fertiliser, urine, grazing, etc.) of soil greenhouse gas emissions (methane, nitrous oxide, and carbon dioxide) from pasture systems in New Zealand, as part of the Whenua Haumanu project.

You can read more about the Whenua Haumanu Programme here: https://www.massey.ac.nz/whenua-haumanu/

Students will be expected to work independently and as part of a large team of multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, and other postgraduate students to undertake their research.

Application Requirements: Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, and the names and contact information of 3 referees.

Contact: Dr. Andrew D. Cartmill, Trevor Ellett Senior Lecturer in Grassland Science

A.Cartmill@massey.ac.nz

Funding Notes

This PhD programme is funded through the prestigious T.R. Ellett Agricultural Research Trust and includes an annual stipend of NZ$40,000 in addition to covering student fees and StudentSafe insurance (if applicable) up to NZ$10,000 annually. The programmes are suited for a candidate with an Honours or Masters qualification in Agronomy, Pasture Science, or plant-related disciplines, with a strong background in data management and statistical analysis. The aim is to have the successful candidates on site as soon as possible.